Jardine Law Blog

Forensic pathologist, Dr. Omalu, has been making headlines for years since his discovery of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (‘CTE’), the brain condition that develops due to repeated blows to the head. Dr. Omalu put a spotlight on professional football and the dangers of concussions after performing an autopsy on former professional football player, Mike Webster. Dr. … CONTINUE READING

It is hard to imagine losing a child. If you have children I am sure the thought is terrifying and paralyzing. To lose a child means to not only lose a youth but to lost a bright future. Losing a child is traumatizing and can cause issues within the family and marriage. Grieving over a … CONTINUE READING

New information from a Governors Highway Safety Association study indicates that while the national rate of auto versus pedestrian deaths is on the rise, Utah’s rate is on the decline. Still, the rate of pedestrian deaths makes up 15 percent of all road fatalities throughout the state, even though they account for only 1.5 percent … CONTINUE READING

We have learned of a scary incident that happened at a construction site at Salt Lake City International Airport. A 50-year-old man who works for Big D and Holder Construction fell 40 feet down an elevator shaft last week. The man has died from his injuries. As of this writing, the cause of the accident … CONTINUE READING

Snowmobiling in Salt Lake City and other areas of Utah is a popular activity for residents and visitors and Utah accommodates them by maintaining hundreds of miles of trails and other public areas designated for snowmobiling. While many enjoy snowmobiling, it is a dangerous activity and many people suffer injuries and sometimes death each year. … CONTINUE READING

We have learned the police have arrested and charged Sotero Valerio Torres with the following: Leaving the scene of an accident involving death Obstructing justice Driving on a suspended license Not having insurance On January 22, Torres struck 72-year-old Tot Van Nguyen while he was crossing a Salt Lake street. After he struck Nguyen, Torres … CONTINUE READING

We learned yesterday that a Utah doctor has filed a lawsuit against actress Gwyneth Paltrow and the Deer Valley Resort. He says that, back in February of 2016, Paltrow crashed into him while they were skiing causing him to sustain major injuries. He also claims that she did not stop to render aid, that he … CONTINUE READING

Utah is a beautiful state with long roads that make you want to get on your bike and ride. Those who own motorcycles get it. Riding a wide open road on your motorcycle is like heaven on earth. People who ride know that whenever you get on your bike you’ve got to respect yourself, others, … CONTINUE READING

There are a few things that remain safe to do. Walking was one of those safe activities, but not recently. Each year, in Utah, 30 pedestrians are hit and killed by a car. 785 who are not killed are hospitalized or treated by medical staff in an emergency department. Each year since 2012, pedestrian accidents … CONTINUE READING

When it comes to living in an area with the least amount of accidents, Utah is heading toward having the least amount of accidents in the nation. There are other comparable states that have fewer accidents, but overall Utah is on the safer as 32 of 50 states. Salt Lake City is a bustling city … CONTINUE READING