It is a fear every parent has – what if my child starts using drugs? The fear is well-founded. Statistics show that by the end of high school, a significant portion of teens have experimented with alcohol, marijuana, tobacco, and prescription medications. Just trying substances does not necessarily mean that they will become addicted – but what if they do? … Read More
Safety Tips for Winter Riding on Utah Roads
At Carlson Injury Law, we are passionate advocates for motorcycle safety. We think it is particularly important to focus on safety during the winter. And before you ask who would go riding in January in Utah, remember just how dedicated some riders are. All it takes is a clear day and dry roads to get some riders out on the … Read More
Motorcycle Safety Tips for Utah
Any motorcycle safety course will tell you – visibility is one of the fundamental requirements of safe riding. This is true whether you are riding through a Provo neighborhood or cruising I-15 from one end of Utah to the other. Drivers are notorious for failing to look out for motorcyclists. By making your body and your motorcycle more visible, you … Read More
Ms Cheney: December 2020 Teacher of the Month
Ms. Cheney teaches 1st grade. She has been a teacher for 3 years. Thank you, Ms Cheney! Students Feel Happy and Excited! She cared, beyond education. When quarantine happened every math lesson, phonics lesson, “hegerty” lesson (whatever that is, ha), writing lesson, story time (including Harry Potter) etc…was a video of her teaching. EVERY lesson. But, that’s not all. The … Read More
Holiday Road Safety Tips for Utah Drivers
According to the CDC, motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for people aged 1-54. We know that during the holidays, the last thing you want to think about is auto accidents. And our Utah car accident law firm doesn’t want to dampen your holiday enjoyment – but we do want to keep our clients and their loved … Read More
Effects of COVID-19 on Youth Substance Abuse
The coronavirus pandemic has undoubtedly caused significant harm to individuals and families across the globe. Economic problems, mental health issues, social disturbances – the list of problems that can be put at the feet of the pandemic is substantial. That’s why it would be reasonable to assume that the pandemic would also increase youth substance use – but the opposite … Read More
Confusion in Nursing Homes Over Initial COVID-19 Vaccines
With the much-anticipated release of a COVID-19 vaccine this month, people across the country are eager to learn when they will be allowed to get vaccinated. Few groups are more in need of vaccination than nursing home residents. The pandemic hit nursing homes hardest of all, leading to at least 100,000 deaths. Hopefully, with adequate vaccinations, the worst of the pandemic’s … Read More
Coronavirus Pandemic Exposes Inadequacies of Nursing Homes
Nursing home neglect in Utah and throughout the U.S. has been a problem for decades. Unfortunately, the pandemic may have made it worse. A recent article published by the Associated Press predicts that in addition to the 90,000 nursing home deaths directly attributed to COVID-19, tens of thousands more residents have likely died due to neglect during the pandemic. The fact that … Read More
How to Choose the Right Residential Treatment Center
There are few situations more challenging than recognizing that your young family member needs residential treatment. But once you have accepted the fact that professional treatment is necessary, the next steps become obvious. You need to choose a treatment center and begin the recovery process. But how do you choose? There are over 100 residential treatment centers in Utah alone, so you … Read More
Why You Should Never Accept a Motorcycle Accident Payout Without Consulting an Attorney
Many people in Utah – including motorcyclists – want to trust others. That’s why it is so common for victims in motorcycle accidents to accept settlements when insurance companies offer them. But the truth is, most would be better off not trusting insurance companies. Insurance companies are in business to make money. They do that by paying out as little … Read More
5 Signs of Drunk Driving
With the holidays right around the corner, the chances of encountering a drunk driver on the road are going up. It’s an unfortunate fact that you can be the most responsible driver in the world, yet still wind up in a drunk driving accident caused by other drivers. But you can strive to identify when someone is driving drunk and … Read More
Colleen Cowles: November 2020 Teacher of the Month
Ms Cowles teaches 9th-11th Grade Math (pre-secondary, secondary 1, and math 1030) at Venture High School. She has been teaching for 6 years. Thank you, Colleen! Above and beyond Mrs. Cowles is one of the most hard-working teachers around. All teachers work hard so that is really saying something! Mrs. Cowles goes above and beyond for her students and her … Read More
Semi Truck Accidents: Who Can Sue, and Who Can Be Sued?
If you’ve been in a motor vehicle accident with a semi-truck in Utah, you may feel like you are outmatched and underrepresented. Shipping by semi-truck is a multi-billion dollar industry. As a policy, these companies have excellent insurance and legal representation. However, if you have suffered injury or damages to no fault of your own, you can and should seek … Read More
Sexual Assault in Utah: Know Your Rights
At Carlson Injury law, we believe that everyone should know their rights – but we believe it is particularly important for sexual assault victims. Victims often worry about being shamed or not being believed, which unfortunately results in underreporting of sexual assaults in Utah and across the country. We know that if victims are aware of their rights, they are … Read More
Why is abuse so prevalent at residential treatment facilities?
When you entrust a family member or loved one to a residential treatment center, you want to know that they will be cared for properly. Unfortunately, such treatment centers do not have a great record – abuse is common, so common that the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) conducted a comprehensive study to determine why abuse was so prevalent. GAO … Read More
Why You Should Seek Medical Care in an Accident
The aftermath of an auto accident can be chaotic. You may be confused, wondering what had just happened, unsure of how you feel physically, and have a thousand other things going through your head. If you have been seriously injured or are in significant pain, it will seem obvious that you should seek medical care. But if you are not … Read More
Julie Mower: October 2020 Teacher of the Month
Julie teaches 2nd grade at Clinton Elementary, Clinton, Utah. She has been teaching for 8 years. Thank you, Julie! Constantly working to improve Julie is an amazing teacher who cares deeply about each of her students. She is creative and resourceful, tech savvy, and always willing to help her colleagues. Julie constantly works to improve her knowledge base and teaching … Read More
Nursing Home Laws in Utah: Everything You & Your Family Should Know
The elderly have always been among the most vulnerable members of our society and we owe them the care and respect that they deserve. To fulfill our duty of care, sometimes we must take additional steps to hold nursing home staff and management accountable and ensure that our elders are being treated with care and respect. A nursing home is … Read More
State Of Utah Laws: How to Deal with a Car Accident
Car accidents are some of the most dangerous types of accidents you can be involved in. While sometimes they are simple fender benders where no one gets hurt, there are plenty of times where they lead to catastrophic injuries and fatalities. Even if you don’t have any obvious injuries, you may find weeks or months later that you are in … Read More
Utah State Laws Overview: A Motorcycle Accident
When you ride a motorcycle, you know that when it comes to accidents it’s not a matter of if but of when. Of course, if you are a careful rider you do everything in your power to avoid accidents. Unfortunately, you cannot control other drivers. If those around you on the road are not careful, they can cause an accident … Read More
Why You Need a Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
When you entrust your elderly loved one to a nursing home, you naturally assume that the staff will take good care of them. Your loved one needs regular care. They are vulnerable. Unfortunately, some nursing homes take advantage of that vulnerability to neglect and/or abuse their residents. It is the responsibility of nursing homes to provide shelter, clothing, safety, nourishment, … Read More
Semi-Truck Accident Case: A Legal Guide
If you have been involved in a truck accident, you know it is a tragic and unnecessary experience. Commercial trucks are much larger and heavier than passenger cars. Serious injuries and fatalities are common in truck accidents because of this vast difference in size and weight. If you have been unfortunate enough to be in a Utah semi-truck accident, chances … Read More
Utah Car Accident? Get Compensated
If you live in Utah and have been in an accident, the first step is calling reliable accident attorneys based in Utah. It’s easy to get sidetracked by what’s going on, but staying focused is key. By the time the insurance company gives you the runaround trying to get you to settle, you’ll be happy you decided to retain an … Read More
Sabrina Horbeck: September 2020 Teacher of the Month
Sabrina teaches 10th grade at Layton High School. Thank you, Sabrina! Caring attitude Sabrina is my sister, she is a teacher who truly cares for the well being of her students. She bends over backwards for them, to help each student achieve thier goals. On top of her caring attitude, she runs the food bank (pantry) at Layton high school, and … Read More
Signs of abuse in a residential treatment facility
If you are in the unfortunate situation of having to send your child away to a residential treatment center, you expect your child to be safe and well taken care of. This is not always the case, youth care abuse is a very real and terrifying experience, and can have a lasting impact on their long-term mental health. Children may … Read More
What Benefits Am I Entitled to After a Car Accident?
You or someone you love has just been involved in a car accident and you are already exhausted at the thought of dealing with multi-million dollar insurance agencies. You should be spending your time taking care of your loved one, or resting and healing yourself. We are here, as your personal attorney, to relieve some of the burden and help you … Read More
Devan Roper: May 2020 Teacher of the Month
We have two amazing teachers this month, and our second teacher is Devan Roper. Devan teaches 7th and 9th grade math at Legacy Jr High in West Layton, Utah. Teaching mathematics takes a special talent. Especially to 7th grade students who are making the tough adjustment into Jr high school. It takes a gifted and devoted teacher to do the … Read More
Taylor Allen: May 2020 Teacher of the Month
A huge THANK YOU for a job well done goes to Taylor Allen. Taylor teaches Fit For Life, Physical Education, and Social Studies at Syracuse High School in Syracuse, Utah. In addition, he also coaches both boys and girls soccer. Over the years, countless students have enjoyed his entertaining and engaging style that is relaxed yet structured. Service in the … Read More
Truck Accidents in Utah – Finding Legal Help
Negligent and reckless driving is common all around the world. Such acts of ignorance and sheer negligence can cause people to get severely injured, lose their lives and face property damages. Causing a higher degree of damage owing to the sheer size of a truck, a reckless truck driver poses significant risks to other drivers. More so, navigating around and … Read More
The Importance Of A Car Accident Lawyer
Sustaining injuries caused by another person’s negligence and carelessness has become a common phenomenon. Being one of the most stressful and traumatic experience for anyone, car accidents can cause severe physical and mental distress for the victim. Experiencing pain, anxiety and general discomfort with life, victims start facing various problems. The consequences of a car accident can be a life-altering. Thus, you … Read More
How Can a Lawyer Help You with Nursing Home Abuse?
A nursing home is a private institution offering residential accommodation along with healthcare to elderly people. Its main purpose is to provide housing for people who don’t need to be in a hospital, but cannot be cared for at home. Providing medical and physical therapy, these nursing homes tend to the needs of an elderly person. Given how there is … Read More
Carlson Injury Law – Teacher of the Month Award
Utah’s Unsung Heroes At Carlson Injury Law, we’d like to honor Utah’s incredible teachers for getting us through this unique, (hopefully temporary) seismic shift in the way we educate our children. Even without this crisis, many Utah teachers play a pivotal role in our lives and those of our children, inspiring a lifelong love of learning and discovery and making … Read More
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect – Know Your Rights
A Rising Need for Quality Nursing Homes A seismic shift in our nation’s population is occurring and Utah is no different. We have an aging population. According to a 2018 U.S. Census Bureau report, in 2035 “there will be 78.0 million people 65 years and older compared to 76.4 million under the age of 18.” Let’s explain this another way; the elderly … Read More
Jeannine Hone – April 2020 Teacher of the Month
Principal Judy Nixon, Teacher Jeannine Hone, and Nikki Carlson
COVID-19 and Nursing Homes – Should Utah Be Concerned?
As our community continues to feel the effects of COVID-19, the tragic deaths of elderly patients in Utah’s nursing homes serve as an important reminder for all of us to be especially mindful of our loved ones in these care facilities. It is also critical for all of us to ensure the nursing homes in our community are strictly adhering to … Read More
Carlson Injury Law Grand Opening!
We are pleased to announce the opening of Carlson Injury Law in Syracuse, Utah. Carlson Injury Law represents anyone involved in most types of personal injury cases including car accidents, semi-truck accidents, motorcycles accidents, wrongful death, sexual abuse, and more. Our law firm prides itself on being a voice for injury victims who need a lawyer they can trust and has … Read More
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