Personal Injury BLog

Utah Motorcycle Laws: Helmets, Turn Signals, and More

Published on March 30, 2017 by Ken Christensen

Category: Being Safe in Utah (General Safety)

Riding a motorcycle is a fun and exciting way to travel anywhere, especially in a scenic state like Utah. However, it is also one of the more risky forms of transportation. Because of this, there are many specific laws governing motorcycles. If you currently ride a motorcycle, or are thinking about starting, it is important to be familiar…

Scouting Injuries: Campout Dangers

Published on February 13, 2017 by Ken Christensen

Category: Being Safe in Utah (General Safety)

Category: Children & Accidents

Many boys and girls in Utah participate in scouting programs, and for good reason. These programs can teach valuable life skills and allow for unique opportunities in the outdoors. Hiking and camping are often some of the best scouting activities, but they can also be dangerous. Scouting injuries happen far too often. At Good Guys Injury…

Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable?

Published on November 10, 2016 by Ken Christensen

Category: Utah Lawyer

Personal injury case settlements provide compensation to injury victims, and can go a long way towards helping their recovery process. These settlements provide a valuable sense of closure after years of financial uncertainty, medical care, and stress. However, our clients often still have questions after their case is settled. One of the most common questions…

Bicycle Head Injuries: Can a Helmet Stop Them All?

Published on October 27, 2016 by Ken Christensen

Category: Bicycle Accidents

Category: Brain Injuries

People are more aware of head and brain injuries now than ever before. Concussions are such a common topic of conversation that college football changed its rules and Hollywood made a movie about the issue. However, football is not the only sport where these injuries occur. In fact, cycling causes more head injuries than…

Dog Leash Laws

Published on September 5, 2016 by Ken Christensen

Category: Being Safe in Utah (General Safety)

Category: Dog Bites & Attacks

] We’ve all seen the “Dogs must be on leash at all times” signs. With all the signs around, it might be hard to find areas where dogs are allowed off their leashes. Are they allowed to be unleashed while walking in the neighborhood? Is it okay to have your dog unleashed if the dog…

Who is Liable in my Dog Bite Injury Case?

Published on May 30, 2016 by Ken Christensen

Category: Uncategorized

It’s true that a dog is a man’s best friend. They are loyal, playful, and loving, but they can also be unpredictable. And if you have had an unpleasant run-in with a dog you know that it is hard to forget and can have lasting damage. Dog bites are scary. So, first and foremost it…

Can My Cell Phone Records be Used Against Me in a Case?

Published on May 9, 2016 by Ken Christensen

Category: Utah Lawyer

In the throws of an injury case, you are bombarded with people, phone calls, insurance adjusters, lingo you can’t understand, medical bills, and the pain of an injury. In all of this chaos, you need to be aware of what you have to hand over and what you don’t. Can Your Insurance Company Demand Your…

Medical Authorization Form: Should I Sign It?

Published on April 21, 2016 by Ken Christensen

Category: Accident Books

Category: Other Insurance (Health, Life, Home)

Category: Utah Lawyer

It is easy to make mistakes in a personal injury case. Insurance companies have many hidden tactics which they use to take advantage of accident victims. One of our core principles at Christensen & Hymas is educating our clients on the ins and outs of personal injury law. Doing this allows us to work better with…

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