Salt Lake City, Utah · Updated October 2026
Top 3 Car Accident Attorneys in Salt Lake City (2026)
Three Salt Lake County car accident firms compared on Google ratings, fee terms, phone availability, language support and what clients say in their reviews. Waddoups Law Personal Injury Attorneys is listed first.
- ✓Rear-end & T-bone crashes
- ✓Uninsured motorist claims
- ✓DUI crashes
- ✓Truck collisions
At a glance
Salt Lake City car accident firms compared
| Firm | Google rating | Reviews | Fee terms (published) | Free consultation | 24/7 phone | Spanish-language site | Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1Waddoups Law | ★★★★★ 5.0 | 112 | No win, no fee + net settlement guarantee | ✓ | ✓ | Call to ask | Midvale |
| 2Robert J. DeBry | ★★★★½ 4.8 | 723 | No fee unless we win | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Downtown SLC + Sandy |
| 3Adams Davis | ★★★★½ 4.6 | 41 | Contingency, no upfront fee | Call to ask | — | ✓ | Downtown SLC |
“Call to ask” means the firm does not publish this on its website. Fee terms are as each firm describes them; ask for the percentage in writing.
Ratings and review counts from Google, checked October 27, 2026. Hours can change on holidays; call to confirm.
The list
Top 3 car accident attorneys in Salt Lake City
Waddoups Law Personal Injury Attorneys
Car accident matters handled
- Rear-end collisions
- T-bone & side-impact
- Multi-vehicle pile-ups
- Hit-and-run
- Uninsured & underinsured motorist
- Drunk driving crashes
- Distracted driving
- Rideshare accidents
Waddoups Law is a family-run Utah injury firm led by George T. Waddoups, who has practiced personal injury law since 1982, and Riley T. Waddoups, who brings 20 years of auto accident and wrongful death experience. The firm says its team has resolved more than 1,200 mediation and arbitration cases, tried over 85 jury trials and recovered more than $300 million for injured Utahns, including a $1.5 million settlement in a DUI rear-end crash. Its car accident work starts with Utah’s no-fault threshold under Utah Code 31A-22-309, then moves to preservation letters for black box data, traffic camera and business surveillance footage. Fees are contingency-based with a net settlement guarantee: the firm says a client’s net recovery after fees will exceed its fee percentage, or it reduces the fee.
What clients praise
- Reviewers repeatedly name Riley for explaining each step clearly and answering questions promptly
- Clients describe the paralegal team as attentive and quick to send case updates
- Several reviewers call George and Riley compassionate and say the firm stood in their corner from day one
Worth knowing
- The office is in Midvale, about 10 miles south of downtown Salt Lake City, so downtown clients should plan on a short drive or a phone or video meeting
- The website does not mention Spanish-language service; call to ask
- Its 112 Google reviews are a smaller sample than the largest firm here
- Mon–Sun Open 24 hours
Why it made the list: Decades of Utah trial and mediation experience, a written net settlement guarantee and a perfect 5.0 Google rating.
📍 623 E Fort Union Blvd Ste 108, Midvale, UT 84047
Robert J. DeBry & Associates
Car accident matters handled
- Car accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Drunk driving crashes
- Wrongful death
Robert J. DeBry & Associates has represented injured Utahns since 1981 and says it has recovered more than $747 million for clients. The firm works from offices in downtown Salt Lake City and Sandy and lists a team of seven attorneys on its website. It handles car accident claims on a contingency basis with no fee unless it recovers, offers free consultations by phone 24/7, and says its team will visit injured clients at home or in the hospital if they cannot travel. Its car accident page walks through Utah’s PIP rules, the injury threshold for suing beyond no-fault coverage and the four-year filing deadline.
What clients praise
- Many reviewers name attorney Bryce and paralegal Pam for constant communication through the case
- Clients say settlements came in at or above what they expected after a car accident
- Several reviewers say the team guided them through complicated cases while they did little of the paperwork themselves
Worth knowing
- This is a high-volume firm, so ask which attorney and paralegal will handle your file day to day
- The attorneys listed on its website include Darren Davis, Sam Adams, Mike Banks, Ricky Shelton and Christian Cueva, the same names Adams Davis P.C. lists, and both firms use 35 W Broadway; ask how the two firms are related
- Mon–Sun Open 24 hours
Why it made the list: The largest review base on this list, a 4.8 rating across 723 Google reviews and more than four decades of Utah injury work.
📍 35 W Broadway Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Adams Davis P.C.
Injury matters handled
- Car accidents
- Semi truck accidents
- Wrongful death
- Brain injuries
- Catastrophic injuries
- Premises liability
Adams Davis P.C. is a downtown Salt Lake City injury firm with five attorneys listed on its website: Mike Banks, Darren Davis, Sam Adams, Ricky Shelton and Christian Cueva. Its car accident page highlights a $1.3 million settlement for a seriously injured auto accident client, a seven-figure confidential settlement against a large health care company whose driver caused a crash, and an $850,000 car accident settlement. The firm works on a contingency fee with no upfront cost and only gets paid if a settlement or verdict is reached. It also offers a Spanish-language version of its site.
What clients praise
- Reviewers often name Darren Davis and paralegal Brandie for keeping them informed and returning questions quickly
- One client credits Ricky Shelton and paralegal Vaninna Medina with steady updates through a long claim
- Clients say the team organized their records when they felt overwhelmed
Worth knowing
- One reviewer said updates were slow, that they had to chase the firm for news and felt the case was undervalued
- Google lists weekday office hours only (9am–5pm), with no posted 24/7 line
- Its attorney roster and building overlap with Robert J. DeBry & Associates; ask how the two firms are related
- Mon–Fri 9am–5pm
- Sat–Sun Closed
Why it made the list: A downtown firm with published seven-figure car accident settlements and reviewers who name their attorney and paralegal by name.
📍 35 W Broadway Suite 203, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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Guide
How car accident claims work in Utah
No-fault coverage pays first
Utah requires every driver to carry at least $3,000 in Personal Injury Protection under Utah Code 31A-22-302. After a crash you claim medical bills and some lost wages from your own insurer first, whoever caused the collision.
The threshold to sue the other driver
Under Utah Code 31A-22-309 you can step outside no-fault and claim pain and suffering from the at-fault driver once medical expenses pass $3,000, or with injuries such as a fracture, permanent impairment, disfigurement, dismemberment or death.
Modified comparative fault
Under Utah Code 78B-5-818 you can recover if your share of fault is under 50 percent, with damages reduced by that share. At 50 percent or more, recovery is barred.
Filing deadlines
Utah generally allows four years from the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit, and two years from the date of death for a wrongful death claim. Evidence fades much sooner, so most firms advise acting early.
Lowest DUI limit in the country
Utah’s legal blood alcohol limit is 0.05 percent. Evidence from a drunk driving criminal case, such as toxicology results, can also support the injured person’s civil claim.
Black box data has a short window
Most modern vehicles record speed, braking and seatbelt use in the seconds before a crash. If a car is repaired or scrapped before the data is pulled, it can be lost, which is why attorneys send preservation letters early.
Before your first meeting
What to bring to a car accident consultation
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Methodology
How we chose these firms
We looked at Salt Lake County firms that publish a dedicated car accident practice page, hold a Google rating of 4.5 or higher, and keep an office within the Salt Lake Valley. For each firm we read its own car accident page, its Google Business Profile and a sample of recent Google reviews, and we noted both what clients praise and at least one limitation or recurring complaint.
Waddoups Law Personal Injury Attorneys appears first. Order is for presentation and is not an independently measured ranking. We did not score or grade any firm.
Ratings, review counts and hours were checked on October 27, 2026.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is Utah a no-fault state for car accidents?
Yes. Every Utah driver must carry Personal Injury Protection coverage of at least $3,000, which pays your initial medical bills and some lost wages regardless of who caused the crash. You can sue the at-fault driver for pain and suffering once your injuries meet the threshold in Utah Code 31A-22-309, such as medical expenses over $3,000, a fracture or a permanent impairment.
How long do I have to file a car accident lawsuit in Salt Lake City?
Utah generally allows four years from the date of the crash for a personal injury lawsuit and two years from the date of death for a wrongful death claim. Speaking with an attorney early helps preserve camera footage, black box data and witness memories.
What if I was partly at fault for the crash?
Utah uses modified comparative fault. You can still recover if your share of fault is under 50 percent, but your damages are reduced by that percentage. If you are found 50 percent or more at fault, you recover nothing.
How much does a car accident attorney cost in Salt Lake City?
All three firms on this list describe contingency fee arrangements, meaning no upfront fee and payment only if they recover money for you. Waddoups Law also publishes a net settlement guarantee. Ask any firm for its percentage and how case costs are handled, in writing, before you sign.
Should I give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurer?
Most Utah injury attorneys advise against giving a recorded statement or signing a medical release for the other driver’s insurer before getting legal advice, because early statements are often used to argue reduced fault or minor injuries.
What if the driver who hit me had no insurance?
Your own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage may pay when the at-fault driver has no insurance, too little insurance, or flees the scene in a hit-and-run. Check your policy limits and report the crash to your insurer promptly.
Are Robert J. DeBry & Associates and Adams Davis P.C. connected?
Both firms list the same group of attorneys on their websites, including Darren Davis and Sam Adams, and both give addresses at 35 W Broadway in downtown Salt Lake City. Ask either firm directly how they are related and which attorney would handle your case.
Local guide
Salt Lake City car accident local guide
The nearest district courthouse and major emergency rooms to each firm’s office. Injury lawsuits in Salt Lake County are generally filed in Third District Court.
What is near each firm
Waddoups Law
Midvale · Fort Union Blvd
NEAREST DISTRICT COURTHOUSE
- Third District Court, West Jordan
8080 S Redwood Rd, West Jordan, UT 840883.7 mi
NEAREST MAJOR EMERGENCY ROOMS
- Intermountain Medical Center Emergency
5121 S Cottonwood St, Murray, UT 841072.7 mi - University of Utah Hospital Emergency Room
50 N Medical Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 8413210.5 mi
Robert J. DeBry
Downtown · Broadway
NEAREST DISTRICT COURTHOUSE
- Third District Courthouse (Matheson)
450 S State St, Salt Lake City, UT 841110.2 mi
NEAREST MAJOR EMERGENCY ROOMS
- University of Utah Hospital Emergency Room
50 N Medical Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 841323.0 mi - Intermountain Medical Center Emergency
5121 S Cottonwood St, Murray, UT 841077.2 mi
Adams Davis
Downtown · Broadway
NEAREST DISTRICT COURTHOUSE
- Third District Courthouse (Matheson)
450 S State St, Salt Lake City, UT 841110.2 mi
NEAREST MAJOR EMERGENCY ROOMS
- University of Utah Hospital Emergency Room
50 N Medical Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 841323.0 mi - Intermountain Medical Center Emergency
5121 S Cottonwood St, Murray, UT 841077.2 mi
Distances are straight-line estimates. In an emergency, call 911.
Salt Lake County district courthouses
Major Salt Lake Valley emergency rooms
Tips after a Salt Lake City car accident
- Get checked even if you feel fine. Soft tissue injuries and concussions can take 24 to 72 hours to show, and gaps in treatment are a common insurer argument.
- Ask for the police report number. It is the starting point for fault and the first document most attorneys ask to see.
- Photograph everything before it is cleared. Vehicle damage, skid marks, signals, weather and visible injuries all help later.
- Check your uninsured motorist limits. Many Utah drivers carry only minimum coverage, so your own UM/UIM policy can matter as much as theirs.
- Keep a recovery journal. Daily notes on pain, missed work and activities you cannot do support a pain and suffering claim.
- Do not sign releases early. Some documents an adjuster sends can waive rights; have an attorney review them first.
This page is general information, not legal advice, and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. The order of firms is for presentation and is not an independently measured ranking. Ratings, reviews and hours were checked on October 27, 2026 and can change. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.