Hurricane, UT (November 12, 2026) – A Jeep Cherokee and a Ford Explorer were involved in a wreck near 501 North State Street in Hurricane on Wednesday, November 11.
Hurricane Police and emergency units said at least one person was injured. The full scope of injury has not been disclosed.
The cause of the accident is under investigation.
We wish everyone involved a smooth recovery.
Utah PIP Rules and the $3,000 Threshold in Hurricane, UT
Utah is one of a handful of no-fault states, so every driver must carry Personal Injury Protection. PIP pays at least $3,000 per person in medical expenses, no matter who was at fault. It also covers 85% of lost income up to $250 a week, a daily allowance for household help, and funeral and survivor benefits.
Utah also limits who can sue for pain and suffering. A person can bring that claim against the at-fault driver only if their medical expenses top $3,000, or if the harm involves a broken bone, dismemberment, permanent disfigurement, permanent disability or impairment, or death. Below that line, PIP is generally the only source of payment.
Medical costs can pass $3,000 quickly, especially once an ambulance ride, an emergency room visit, and imaging are added together. It is important to keep every bill, record, and appointment receipt to help show whether the threshold is met. A car accident lawyer can tally qualifying expenses, review the PIP claim, and assess whether a claim against the at-fault driver's liability coverage may be available.
Utah's PIP threshold tends to decide how far an injury claim can go. At Cutt, Kendell & Olson Attorneys at Law, we can review your medical bills and explain whether a claim beyond PIP may be possible for your specific situation.
To learn more, you can call Cutt, Kendell & Olson Attorneys at Law at (801) 901-3470. We are here to help you learn more about your options under Utah law.
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