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Dog Bite Injuries: Who Is Liable?

Dog Bite Injuries: Who Is Liable?

If you’ve suffered from a dog bite recently, don’t minimize your pain. Dog bites are responsible for the hospitalization of roughly 10,000 Americans each year, according to the canine education organization Dogs Bite. Most victims of dog bites don’t want to cause a scene and are likely to dismiss the bite as innocuous, but this is not a wise choice. After a dog bite, victims are at severe risk of infection. The worst-case scenario for a dog bite is death.  Dog owners have a legal responsibility to prevent their pets from injuring others or damaging property. Owners are

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Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death

The Grief after a Wrongful Death CAN BE CRIPPLING Losing a loved one is a horrible experience no matter the circumstances. To then find out that their death could have been prevented can be devastating.  If you have lost a loved one due to negligence, you have rights…. WRONGFUL DEATH ATTORNEY WE CAN HELP YOU TAKE ACTION At Flickinger Boulton Robson Weeks, we understand that nothing can erase the pain of losing someone you love. However, a wrongful death lawsuit can help you hold those responsible accountable for their actions. You can also receive financial compensation to help you deal with the aftermath. Our compassionate

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Slip and Fall Injury Victim

Slip and Fall

Slip and Fall Accidents Can Have Lifelong Effects A fall can result in serious debilitating injuries that can compromise your quality of life and cause financial and emotional strain. So how do you know if you have a personal injury case after a slip and fall accident? LAWYERS FOR SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENTS How to Determine If Third-Party Negligence Caused Your Injuries Was the Property Unsafe? For a property owner to be liable for your slip and fall accident, there must have been an unsafe condition that caused your fall. Was the Owner Aware of the Danger? If the property owner was not

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Ski and Snowboarding Accidents and Lawsuits

Ski and Snowboarding Accidents and Lawsuits

Skiing and snowboarding are fun outdoor activities that define Utah. On the flip side, these extreme sports can also lead to life-altering injuries. The vast majority of ski and snowboarding accidents are caused by negligence. Negligence is when someone fails to exercise adequate care and consideration, leading to a dangerous scenario.  As the popularity of skiing and snowboarding increases, so do the accidents. These accidents range from mild injuries such as knee injuries, lower leg fractures, and sprained wrists to severe injuries like serious head and spinal injuries. Sometimes, these injuries, unfortunately, result in death. According to the

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Social Security Disability

Social Security Disability

Social Security Disability CanProvide Relief from Financial Burdens If you develop a medical condition which prevents you from working, you may qualify for social security disability benefits. However, the application process can be complicatedand many applicants are initially denied benefits.  An attorney can walk you through the process… Social Security Disability Lawyer Understanding Disability Benefits From Social Security A serious injury or medical condition can prevent you from working and earning the money you need to support yourself. If you have a total disability, Social Security provides disability benefits which can take the pressure off you and your loved ones.  Unfortunately, a large percentage of claims

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Shooting Accident Attorney

Firearm Accidents

SHOOTING ACCIDENT ATTORNEY A Shooting Accident Attorney Can Hold Negligent Parties Legally Responsible In 2012, a Congressional Research Service report found that there are more guns in circulation than there are people living in the United States. It is imperative that gun owners receive proper training and take the appropriate steps to keep their firearms out of the hands of untrained users. Unfortunately, even the most responsible gun owners can wind up involved in an accidental shooting if they have purchased a defective gun. If you or someone you love has been injured in an accidental shooting, a shooting accident attorney

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Defective Equipment

Defective Equipment and Machinery

DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT INJURY ATTORNEY A Defective Equipment Injury Attorney Can Protect Your Interests Manufacturers, importers and distributors of products for sale on the American marketplace are under the strictest laws in the world regarding product safety. If an accident occurs because a consumer or industrial product is unsafe by design or manufacture, multiple parties may share liability for compensating the injured party. If you or a member of your family has suffered an injury on the job, on the road or in your home in Utah because of a dangerous and defective product, talk to a defective equipment

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Utah Job Site Injury Attorneys

Construction Accidents

CONSTRUCTION ACCIDENTS LAWYER Seeking Fair Compensation for Construction Accidents Construction sites are some of the most dangerous places to work. With heavy equipment, power tools, scaffolding, and construction materials around every corner, a simple error can lead to a devastating injury. At Flickinger Boulton Robson Weeks, we represent construction workers who have been injured by someone other than their employer while on the job. To learn more about third-party work injury claims, contact us online or call our law office in Provo, Utah, at (801) 500-4000. Utah Job Site Injury Attorneys If you or a family member was injured in a construction

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Property Liability: What Landlords Need To Know

Property Liability: What Landlords Need To Know

As a landlord, you try your best to exercise your duty of care. However, tenants might experience an injury on your property, and the burden could fall on you. Recently, there has been an uptick in tenant vs. landlord court cases. In some instances, tenants have been awarded $1,000,000 because of the negligence of their landlords. It is your responsibility to understand what premise liability entails, as it extends beyond a tenant slipping on a sidewalk or tumbling down their stairs. Other hazards that you could be held accountable for include second-hand smoke or a tenant is harmed

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Premises Liability Lawyers Utah

Premises Liability

A Premises Liability Attorney Can Help You If you were injured on another individual’s property because they failed to provide a safe location, you may have the right to collect compensation for your injuries.  PREMISES LIABILITY ATTORNEY Premises Liability Cases Have Four Main Requirements Ownership of the Property The first key factor in a premises liability case in Utah is proving that the person who caused the injury owned, occupied, or leased the property where the injury occurred. Negligence The next step is to show that the owner was negligent in their care of the property by failing to

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Dram Shop Liability

Dram Shop Liability

DRAM SHOP LIABILITY ATTORNEY Dram Shop Liability: Pursuing Maximum Compensation from Negligent Parties If you or a loved one have been injured in an accident involving alcohol, you deserve compensation from all responsible parties. While the other driver may not have the resources to cover the full extent of your injuries, those who supplied the alcohol that led to your accident may also be liable. An attorney at Flickinger Boulton Robson Weeks can determine whether dram shop liability applies, meaning the person or business who supplied the alcohol to the drunk driver is at fault. With conveniently located offices, our firm serves clients throughout Utah.

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How to Take on Big Companies in an Injury Claim

How To Take on Big Companies In An Injury Claim

An injury claim can be intimidating to file, but it might feel even more complicated to file against big businesses. It can feel like the odds are stacked against you because large businesses have deep pockets and multiple lawyers readily available to defend their every move. Every part of your claim will be picked apart by the company to avoid giving you an adequate payout. While it is a complex process, there is hope for you. Companies are not above the law and they must be held accountable when they wrong people.  You as a customer have every

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