Are Ski Resorts Liable to Guests for Injuries or Death on the Slopes? Utah is no stranger to winter weather or winter sports. There are over 10 ski resorts in the Beehive State alone. It begs the question: If a resort guest is injured on the slopes while skiing, snowboarding, or tubing, can the resort […]
Rules of the Road: Cyclists and Motor Vehicles Drivers can attest that many cyclists and bicycle enthusiasts tend to roll through stop signs and red lights, failing to come to a complete stop before proceeding through or making a turn. Understandably, drivers are confused as to their liability in collisions with cyclists. Idaho law states […]
Pedestrian Accidents Involving Ride-Share Vehicles Were you struck and injured by a driver operating a ride-share vehicle like Uber or Lyft? Did the driver leave the scene of the accident? Do you witness a ride-share collision with a pedestrian or cyclist? In any case, it is critical you contact a lawyer as soon as possible […]
Premises Liability and Vacation Rental Properties You got a great deal on an Airbnb rental in a tropical location. The pictures look great and the owner has been informative and hospitable, even offering a discount for your stay. You arrive at the property and seriously injure yourself on the premises. Is the vacation rental owner […]
Utah H.B. 160: Distracted Driving Amendments The 2021 legislative session began in Utah just several days ago. What does this mean for the average citizen of Utah? Well, elected legislators(congresspeople and senators) draft written bills that they introduce to the floor of congress or the senate in a lengthy process to get the bill written […]
Wyoming Dram Shop Laws Dram shop laws previously existed in many states, including Wyoming. Dram shops are another term for drinking and eating establishments that serve alcohol. Previous amendments to existing liability laws meant that store and restaurant owners, bartenders, waiters, and establishment management could be held criminally liable for serving a patron alcohol. This […]
