Salt Lake City, UT (June 13, 2025) – A car accident was reported at the intersection of South Highland Drive and East Simpson Avenue in Salt Lake City on June 12. The crash occurred around 7:56 p.m. and resulted in at least one injury, prompting an emergency response from local fire and medical crews.
Upon arrival, first responders treated the injured victim and transported them to a nearby hospital for further care. Officials have not disclosed the total number of vehicles involved or the conditions of all parties, but the intersection remained partially blocked while the scene was managed. The crash remains under active investigation.
We hope for the full recovery of the wounded individuals.
Car Accidents in Utah
With thousands of crashes happening each year, Utah remains a state where drivers must remain constantly alert. The Utah Department of Public Safety reported over 27,000 injury-related crashes in 2022. Many occur at intersections where visibility issues and right-of-way misunderstandings lead to serious incidents. Learn more about statewide crash data at the Utah Department of Public Safety.
Crashes at intersections often involve unique factors that complicate the aftermath. Here’s what drivers and victims should know:
- Failure to Yield: Many intersection crashes happen when drivers fail to yield properly. This can be due to inattention, speeding, or misjudging the speed of oncoming vehicles.
- T-Bone Collisions: Side-impact crashes are common at intersections and often result in severe injuries, especially for those on the struck side of the vehicle.
- Signal Misunderstandings: Left turns at green lights, poorly timed signals, and malfunctioning lights contribute to confusion that can cause accidents.
- Pedestrian Risk: Intersections are shared spaces with crosswalks. Drivers must remain alert for pedestrians crossing legally.
- Multiple Insurance Claims: When more than one vehicle is involved, multiple insurers may need to be contacted, increasing the complexity of the claim process.
If you’ve been hurt in an intersection crash, contact a Salt Lake City car accident attorney to make sure your rights are protected and that you’re treated fairly by insurance companies.
Our Salt Lake City car accident attorneys at Flickinger • Boulton • Robson • Weeks are ready to help you handle the legal and financial complications that follow a crash. From investigating the crash to handling communications with insurers, we are here for you.
At Flickinger • Boulton • Robson • Weeks, we’ve supported Utah injury victims since 1993. Our attorneys bring more than 150 years of combined experience to your case and work directly with clients from start to finish. We charge no fees unless we win, and we never collect from your PIP benefits. With offices in South Jordan and Provo, our team is just a phone call away. Call (801) 500-4000 today for a free consultation and personalized legal support.
