Utah Law Talk

Provo Canyon, Utah, was closed down near the Sundance Resort turnoff on February 6, 2009, when two cars collided. According to KSL News, one of the drivers crossed over into the opposite lane of travel and struck another vehicle nearly head on. There is no indication as to why the driver crossed over to the other side. Perhaps it was a vehicle malfunction, or perhaps distraction on the part of this driver. Drivers in this crash are said to be in critical condition. Passengers were also seriously injured, with one having to be removed by the jaws of life. Provo Canyon was shut down for about 20 minutes to deal with this car accident.

Legally speaking, the driver who crossed over to the other side is most likely at fault. Motorists who drive on Utah’s highways have to know that other motorists will follow Utah’s traffic rules. This includes staying in their designated lane of travel. Driving over into the other lane is one of the main reasons why people die on Utah’s highways. When a motorist violates this very basic rule, then they are responsible for the harms and losses that follow. In this case, passengers in both cars, as well as the other innocent motorist, have a civil claim against the at-fault driver. I would recommend they consult with a Utah personal injury lawyer to find out what their options are.

Published by: Ron Kramer

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