Draper, UT (June 16, 2026) – A boy suffered critical injuries on Sunday night, June 14, after his electric motorcycle collided with an SUV on Draper Parkway near 1000 East in Draper. Draper Police said the crash happened around 10:14 p.m.
The boy was riding west on Draper Parkway when the SUV, which was traveling east in a turn lane, turned north onto 1000 East. The vehicles then collided in the intersection.
The woman driving the SUV stopped and called 911. Emergency crews arrived and rushed the boy to the hospital in critical but stable condition.
Officials did not release names, ages, or other identifying details in the initial report on the wreck. The Draper Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident.
We hope the boy makes a full recovery.
Can I File a Claim If My Child Was Hurt in a Crash in Draper, UT?
Yes, as a parent in Utah, you can file a personal injury claim for your child if another driver caused the crash. The claim usually goes against the at-fault driver’s insurance policy. It can cover medical bills, pain, and long-term costs tied to your child’s injuries.
After the crash, take your child to every follow-up appointment the doctor recommends. Children with critical injuries may need long hospital stays, surgery, and rehabilitation. A complete medical record connects each cost directly to the wreck.
Once you begin organizing records, save every bill, prescription, and therapy note from day one. These documents show the full financial toll on your family. Without them, the insurance company may challenge what it owes.
When your child needs ongoing care, such as physical therapy, specialist visits, or future surgery, those costs also belong in the claim. Some childhood crash injuries affect growth, mobility, or school performance over time. A full claim accounts for what your child needs now and later.
In Draper, roads like Draper Parkway, 1000 East, and Pioneer Road carry cars, SUVs, and smaller vehicles like e-motorcycles. Turn-lane intersections can be dangerous for young riders who are harder to see. Drivers turning left may miss smaller vehicles coming from the opposite direction.
Because Utah uses a modified comparative fault rule, the insurance company may argue your child shared blame. If your child is 50 percent or more at fault, Utah law can block the claim. Knowing this rule early helps you avoid statements that could hurt the case.
In cases involving minors, Utah law requires court approval before any settlement becomes final. This step helps make sure the result protects your child’s rights. A motorcycle accident lawyer can guide you through approval and deal with the insurance company from the start.
Our team at Cutt, Kendell & Olson has helped parents across Utah file claims for their children after serious crashes. We can explain what your child may be owed and guide you through each step.
If your child was hurt in a crash in Draper, you can call Cutt, Kendell & Olson at (801) 901-3470 for legal guidance.
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