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When is it Time for the Elderly to Stop Driving

June 18, 2019

When is it Time for the Elderly to Stop Driving Over 28 million drivers are over the age of 65 and according to the CDC, many of them suffer “age-related decreases in vision, cognitive functions, and physical impairments” which makes it difficult and even dangerous to drive. 90% of the information needed to drive safely relates… Read More

Tips for Teaching Your Teen to Drive

Tips for Teaching Your Teen to Drive The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that novice teen drivers are twice as likely as adult drivers to be in a fatal crash. The two major factors for that are the immaturity and inexperience of young drivers. Those factors lead to high-risk behavior behind the wheel like… Read More

How to Handle Injuries after a Car Accident

How to Handle Injuries after a Car Accident After an accident, people are often unsure of how to go about getting necessary medical treatment. There can be a hesitancy to run up medical bills, or confusion on what medical provider is necessary for what injury. We’ve assembled a general guide to provide some direction to those… Read More

Defective Drugs: What You Need to Know

Defective Drugs: What You Need to Know In the US, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), does a good job at screening medications before they reach the market as either over the counter or prescription products. Notwithstanding, throughout time there have been many medications that reach consumers, cause serious issues, and are then recalled in order… Read More

Understanding Car Insurance

April 18, 2019

Understanding Car Insurance Auto insurance is required by law for all drivers across the US. Here we’ve broken down the most important aspects of auto insurance, including different optional coverages. This isn’t a comprehensive guide, and you should always contact your auto insurance provider for answers to any questions about your auto insurance policy. Bodily Injury… Read More

What Is Considered a “Serious Injury” in Utah Car Accidents?

April 17, 2019

What Is Considered a “Serious Injury” in Utah Car Accidents? After a major accident, you'll need compensation for your suffering. Utah is a no-fault state. For Utah drivers, that means you should be covered by your insurance company, no matter who was responsible for the accident. It also means that you don't have to go through… Read More

What Happens After You’re Hit by an Uninsured Driver?

April 12, 2019

What Happens After You’re Hit by an Uninsured Driver? When you're involved in an auto accident, your first thought might be that, though your car is in bad shape, at least you'll be able to file a claim with the other driver's insurance company. Then you’ll receive a settlement check to recover from your accident and… Read More

How do I Take Care of My Car After an Accident?

April 9, 2019

How do I Take Care of My Car After an Accident? https://youtu.be/NBbIL7FjY18 A major concern for anyone who’s been involved in a car accident caused by another driver is their damaged vehicle. In the legal world, that is referred to as property damage. If you were injured in the accident, please consult with your lawyer before… Read More

Do I have to Wear a Helmet When I Ride a Motorcycle or Bicycle in Utah?

April 1, 2019

Do I have to Wear a Helmet When I Ride a Motorcycle or Bicycle in Utah? As the weather improves more bicyclists and motorcyclists take to Utah roads. At Craig Swapp & Associates we see an unfortunate number of cases involving bicyclists and motorcyclists who are injured in accidents. Regardless of whether a helmet is worn… Read More

Can You Sue for Public Transit Accidents?

March 22, 2019

Can You Sue for Public Transit Accidents? When you hop on the bus, the subway, or any other type of public transit, you expect to stay safe during your trip. After all, these vehicles are meant to protect you and get you where you need to be. Unfortunately, many accidents happen every day, and those who… Read More