Modified Comparative Negligence (50% Bar)
Utah follows modified comparative negligence with a 50% bar. If plaintiff is less than 50% at fault, damages are reduced proportionally. If plaintiff is 50% or more at fault, they cannot recover any damages.
No Cap
No limit on non-economic damages
4 years for personal injury
Deadline to file your lawsuit
Utah follows modified comparative negligence with a 50% bar. If plaintiff is less than 50% at fault, damages are reduced proportionally. If plaintiff is 50% or more at fault, they cannot recover any damages.
Example:
If plaintiff is 30% at fault for $100k damages, they recover $70,000. If plaintiff is 50% or more at fault, they recover $0.
Additional research needed for specific cap amounts
$0
Based on reported cases in Utah
122,013
Personal injury lawsuits per year
Utah follows modified comparative negligence with a 50% bar rule. The Dwiggins v. Morgan Jewelers (2004) case addressed premises liability standards.
Utah's outdoor recreation industry produces significant litigation. Ski resort accidents, national park injuries, and adventure sports create liability questions.
The state has seen notable pharmaceutical litigation, with cases involving dietary supplements and medical devices manufactured in Utah.
Utah personal injury cases are filed in District Court, with 8 judicial districts. Salt Lake County handles the most civil litigation.
Utah follows the Utah Rules of Civil Procedure. The state uses case management and mandatory initial disclosures.
Utah courts have mandatory mediation programs. ADR is encouraged throughout the case lifecycle.
Utah attorneys are licensed by the Utah State Bar. For personal injury cases, experience with Utah's 50% bar rule is essential.
The Utah Association for Justice is the state's primary plaintiff attorney organization. Outdoor recreation injury experience is valuable.
Contingency fees typically range from 33-40%. Utah has caps on non-economic damages in some cases.
Utah's statute of limitations for personal injury is 4 years under Utah Code § 78B-2-307. This applies to most negligence claims.
Medical malpractice has a 2-year statute of limitations with a 4-year statute of repose. Claims against Utah government entities require 1-year notice under the Utah Governmental Immunity Act.
This calculator provides estimates only and is not legal advice. Laws in Utah are complex and individual case results vary. Consult a licensed Utah attorney for advice specific to your case.