435 Injury Law · a practice of SLC Survivor Law
Hurt in a Southern or Rural Utah Crash? Get a Trial Lawyer in Your Corner.
Car, motorcycle, pedestrian and semi-truck crash help from St. George and Cedar City to Moab, Logan and the I-15/I-70 corridors. Free case review.
The problem
Rural crashes are different. Insurance companies know it.
When a crash happens on a remote stretch of US-89, I-70 or a Zion canyon road, the other driver's insurer moves fast — and they're counting on you not knowing your options.
Long-haul trucks, wildlife crossings, winter passes and national-park traffic create hazards that city adjusters don't understand. But they still try to settle your claim for less than it's worth.
You deserve a lawyer who knows the 435, has tried cases in Utah, and won't let geography work against you.
Crashes we handle
Car crashes
Rear-ends, T-bones, head-on collisions and rollover crashes on I-15, I-70, US-89, US-191 and rural state routes.
Motorcycle crashes
Gravel turns, inattentive drivers and road hazards on Zion, Bryce and canyon-country routes.
Pedestrian and bike
Crosswalk and trail-crossing crashes in St. George, Cedar City, Moab and national-park gateway towns.
Semi-truck and commercial vehicle
Long-haul truck crashes on I-15 and I-70, including fatigue, overloaded cargo and carrier liability.
Your guide
A trial lawyer who knows these roads.
Frank Stucki, Esq., MBA came to Utah at 16 and finished high school in Springville. He has driven I-15 through the Virgin River Gorge, US-89 past Kanab, and US-6 over Price Canyon. He knows the roads, the conditions, and the communities along them.
Frank represents people hurt in car crashes, motorcycle crashes, pedestrian knockdowns, and semi-truck collisions on rural Utah highways. He prepares every case as if it's going to trial — because sometimes it does.
Three steps to get started
Tell us what happened.
Call or fill out the form. Share what you're ready to share — location, what you remember, how you're doing.
Get a free, confidential review.
Frank explains what your claim may be worth, what evidence matters, and what to do next — in plain language, no pressure.
We handle the insurance fight.
We gather the records, deal with the adjusters, and build the case. You focus on getting better.
What to do in the first 72 hours
These steps may help protect your health and your claim.
- Get medical attention, even if you feel okay. Some injuries — especially neck and back — may not show symptoms right away.
- Document the scene if you can safely do so. Photos of vehicle positions, road conditions, skid marks and signage can matter later.
- Get the other driver's insurance information, license plate and contact details. Ask any witnesses for their names and numbers.
- Do not give a recorded statement to any insurance company — including your own — before speaking with a lawyer.
- Keep all medical records, bills, and receipts for out-of-pocket expenses related to the crash.
- Contact a lawyer before accepting any settlement offer. Early offers are often low.
Why timing matters
Utah has deadlines for personal injury claims, and evidence on rural roads can disappear quickly — skid marks fade, cameras overwrite, witnesses move on. The sooner you reach out, the more options may be available to you.
What a fair resolution can look like
- ✓Your medical bills and future care costs are accounted for.
- ✓Lost wages and reduced earning capacity are part of the claim.
- ✓The at-fault driver and their insurer are held responsible.
- ✓You can move forward without the crash defining your finances.
Where we help
St. George · Cedar City · Moab · Logan · Park City · Hurricane · Kanab · Richfield · Springdale · Price
I-15 · I-70 · US-89 · US-191 · US-6 · SR-9 · SR-12 · SR-24
Wherever you live now, if the crash happened in Utah, we can talk.
Common questions after a Utah crash
The other driver had minimal insurance. Does that mean I'm out of luck?
Not necessarily. Depending on your own policy, uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage may apply. There may also be other parties — a trucking company, a government entity responsible for road conditions — who could share responsibility. A review can help identify what options may exist.
The crash happened on a remote highway and there were no witnesses. Does that hurt my case?
It can make things harder, but not impossible. Physical evidence, crash reconstruction, commercial truck data recorders and cell records can sometimes fill in what witnesses cannot. The sooner evidence is preserved, the better.
The insurance company already called me with an offer. Should I take it?
Early offers are often made before the full extent of injuries is known. Accepting one may close your claim permanently. It may be worth having a lawyer review the offer before you decide — most initial consultations are free.
I was partly at fault. Can I still recover anything?
Utah follows a comparative fault rule, which means your recovery may be reduced by your share of fault — but you may still be able to recover something depending on the circumstances. The specifics depend on the facts of your case.
Free: What to Expect After a Utah Crash
What the claims process involves, how long it typically takes, and how to protect your rights from day one.
Also here for survivors
Also here for survivors of southern Utah programs.
Frank also represents survivors of troubled-teen, wilderness, church and school programs across the 435. If you or someone you know was harmed in a residential program, boarding school or religious setting in southern or rural Utah, we can talk.
If you're in crisis, call or text 988. If a child is in immediate danger, call 911.
Need legal paperwork instead?
New injury clients can get a free simple will through our sister firm, Signature Law — flat-fee wills, trusts, prenups and business documents.
Start your free, confidential review
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If you're in crisis, call or text 988. If a child is in immediate danger, call 911.
A practice of Frank Stucki, Esq., MBA
435 Injury Law is a practice of SLC Survivor Law · 385.585.5SLC
Mailing addressSLC Survivor LawFrank Stucki, Esq., MBA, LLC5725 S Valley View Blvd Ste 5 PMB 338661Las Vegas, NV 89118-3122Salt Lake City officeSalt Lake City, UTConsultations by phone or videoFrank travels for courtThe information on this site is general information, not legal advice. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Attorney Advertising.