Being hit by a car while walking can turn your life completely upside down in an instant. Pedestrian crashes in Sandy often leave people with broken bones, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and medical bills that pile up very fast. You should not have to face that alone.
At Lance Bingham, our experienced pedestrian accident lawyer helps injured pedestrians in Sandy fight for the compensation they deserve.
Call 801-477-8346 today for a free case evaluation.
When you have been hurt in a pedestrian crash, you need an attorney who knows how to fight back against insurance companies and hold the right people responsible. At Lance Bingham, our attorneys bring nearly 40 years of combined experience handling serious personal injury cases across Utah, and the attorneys handle your case from start to finish, not claim handlers or paralegals.
Our team has secured significant results for injured clients, including a $2,025,000 car accident settlement, two $2,000,000 wrongful death settlements, and a $600,000 slip and fall settlement. We are trial-ready and prepared to take your case to court if the insurance company refuses to pay what is fair.
We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no legal fees unless we recover compensation for you.
Insurance companies assign adjusters whose job is to protect the company's money, not yours. They may argue you stepped into traffic without looking, or that your injuries are not as serious as you claim. Our Sandy pedestrian accident lawyers at Lance Bingham gather the evidence needed to prove exactly what happened, handle all communication with the insurer, and build the strongest possible case for your full recovery.
Injured pedestrians in Utah may be able to recover several types of compensation depending on the facts of their case.
Some of the most common damages our team pursues are:
Ready to find out what your case is worth? Call Lance Bingham at 801-477-8346 for a free case evaluation. Our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Pedestrian accidents in Utah often involve more than one responsible party. Knowing exactly who is liable is key to pursuing a complete and strong personal injury claim.
Drivers in Utah have a legal duty to watch for pedestrians, obey traffic signals, and yield in crosswalks. When a driver fails that duty and someone is hurt, they can be held liable, whether the cause was distraction, speeding, or running a red light.
When a pedestrian is hit by a delivery truck, rideshare vehicle, or other commercial vehicle, the company behind that driver may also share liability if it failed to train its drivers properly or maintain its vehicles safely.
Missing crosswalk markings, broken traffic signals, or poor lighting can all contribute to a pedestrian crash. When a government agency is responsible for maintaining those conditions and fails to act, a claim against that entity may be possible. These claims follow shorter deadlines in Utah, so contacting an attorney quickly is critical.
Claims against government entities are subject to notice requirements and shorter deadlines under the Utah Governmental Immunity Act.
Many pedestrian accidents in Sandy could have been prevented.
Here are the most common reasons these crashes happen:
Under Utah Code § 41-6a-1002, drivers must slow down or stop to yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian in a marked crosswalk when the pedestrian is on the driver's side of the road, or close enough that continuing forward would put them in danger. A violation of this statute is an infraction under Utah law and serves as evidence of negligence in a personal injury claim.
Pedestrians must yield to vehicles when crossing at a location with a pedestrian tunnel or overhead crossing, and may not cross between adjacent signalized intersections except at a marked crosswalk. These rules affect how fault is assigned if a crash occurs.
Utah law prohibits diagonal crossing at an intersection unless a traffic control device specifically permits it. Pedestrians must use marked crosswalks and follow all applicable signals to protect both their safety and their legal rights.
Both drivers and pedestrians carry legal duties on shared roads. When either side fails those duties and a crash results, Utah law allows the injured person to seek compensation based on each party's share of fault.
Pedestrians have almost no protection against the force of a vehicle. Here are the injuries that are the most common in pedestrian accident cases:
Utah follows a modified comparative fault rule under Utah Code § 78B-5-818. If you are 49% or less at fault, you can still recover compensation, but your damages are reduced by your fault percentage. At 50% or more at fault, Utah law bars any recovery at all.
Fault is established by examining whether the driver was speeding, distracted, or impaired, and whether the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk and obeying traffic signals. Police reports, witness statements, camera footage, and accident reconstruction experts all factor into that determination.
Insurance companies commonly argue the pedestrian was not in a crosswalk, crossed against a signal, or stepped into traffic without warning. These tactics are designed to push your fault percentage up and your recovery down. Our attorneys at Lance Bingham know how to counter them with solid evidence.
Even a small shift in fault percentage can significantly reduce what you recover. If the insurance company pushes your fault above 50%, you may receive nothing. Having a personal injury attorney on your side from the start, before you speak with any insurance adjuster, is the best way to protect your claim.
Strong evidence is the foundation of every successful pedestrian accident claim.
Here are the most valuable types to gather:
Insurance companies often look for ways to reduce what they pay after a pedestrian accident. They may argue that the pedestrian was not using a crosswalk, claim the injuries are less serious than reported, or dispute the need for future medical treatment. At Lance Bingham, we know these tactics and fight back with strong evidence to pursue the full compensation our clients deserve.
Under Utah Code § 78B-2-307, most pedestrian accident injury claims in Utah must be filed within four years of the accident. Miss this deadline and the court will dismiss your case, no matter how strong it is. Evidence fades and footage gets deleted, so acting quickly matters. Claims involving government entities may carry much shorter deadlines, contact a pedestrian accident lawyer as soon as possible to protect your rights.
When a pedestrian is killed due to someone else's negligence, surviving family members may file a wrongful death claim under Utah Code § 78B-3-106.
In Utah, the surviving spouse has the primary right to file. If there is no surviving spouse, the right passes to the deceased's children, and then to other heirs under Utah law. Only one wrongful death action may be filed per deceased individual. The statute of limitations is two years from the date of death.
The steps you take right after a crash in Sandy matter for both your health and your claim.
Follow these steps as closely as possible:
Recovering from serious or catastrophic injuries can be overwhelming, especially when medical bills, lost income, and other financial losses continue to grow. Having an experienced personal injury lawyer and dedicated legal team on your side can make a significant difference in your ability to pursue compensation and protect your future.
An experienced personal injury lawyer can investigate the accident, gather evidence, calculate damages, and fight for the compensation you deserve. Strong legal representation can help injury victims recover under personal injury law while focusing on their recovery.
Many personal injury cases settle without going to trial, but obtaining a fair settlement often requires aggressive advocacy. A lawyer can pursue compensation for physical injuries, lost income, medical expenses, and other damages while protecting your rights throughout the process.
If you or a loved one was hurt in a pedestrian accident in Sandy, you should not wait to get help. The sooner you call, the better your chances of preserving key evidence and building a strong injury claim. Lance Bingham is ready to fight for the maximum compensation you deserve.
Call our Sandy pedestrian accident lawyer at 801-477-8346 today for a free case evaluation. We answer calls 24/7.
Dustin specializes in serious accident and injury cases in Utah and Idaho, practicing in State and Federal Courts. He's recognized as "Utah's Legal Elite," a "Mountain States Rising Star," and a member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 100. He holds an Avvo Superb Rating and is actively involved in legal associations, serving as a judge pro tempore for the Utah Supreme Court. A Utah native, Dustin earned his degrees from the University of Utah. He lives in Farmington with his wife and three children, enjoying family time, flying, and various outdoor activities.
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