West Haven, UT (May 9, 2025) – Authorities were dispatched to a car accident that occurred on Thursday, May 9, near 1900 West Midland Drive in West Haven. The crash was reported at approximately 1:51 p.m. and resulted in injuries requiring medical attention at the scene.
Emergency response units A61, HL66, and M31 arrived to assist the injured. Victims received on-site evaluation before at least one person was transported to a local hospital for further care. No details about the number of vehicles involved or the precise cause of the collision have been made public. The roadway experienced delays while officers worked to manage traffic and investigate the incident. The crash remains under investigation.
We hope those injured in this accident recover quickly.
Car Accidents in Utah
In 2024, Utah saw a marked increase in vehicle accidents across both urban and suburban areas. With more than 61,000 crashes reported statewide, local roads like Midland Drive in West Haven are becoming more common sites of injury-related collisions. Many victims face long recoveries, sometimes complicated by stress and trauma that extend beyond their physical injuries.
A critical issue many crash victims deal with after a collision is difficulty accessing or affording medical treatment. Here are some examples of what that often looks like:
- Delayed Appointments: Busy emergency rooms or specialist offices may push appointments out days or weeks, leaving victims untreated or in pain during recovery.
- Limited Provider Options: Those with limited health insurance or none at all may struggle to find doctors or physical therapists willing to treat them.
- Out-of-Pocket Costs: High deductibles, co-pays, and unexpected treatment fees can quickly add up—especially if multiple visits, surgeries, or medications are required.
- Interrupted Care Plans: Insurance approvals can delay treatments, cancel physical therapy, or interrupt progress, which may worsen a patient’s outcome over time.
If you or a loved one has been injured and you’re unsure how to pay for care, reach out to a West Haven car accident attorney. Our West Haven car accident attorneys are committed to helping victims not just get compensation—but also the care and resources they need for a full recovery.
At Flickinger • Boulton • Robson • Weeks, our legal team brings over 150 years of combined experience representing Utah crash victims. We’ve been helping families since 1993 and continue to provide personalized, one-on-one guidance through every case. You won’t owe us a dime unless we win, and our contingency rates are 5 to 15% below most other firms. Even if your case goes to trial, our rates don’t change. Call (801) 500-4000 today to schedule your free consultation and get started.
