Washington, UT (October 16, 2026) – A wreck at Red Cliffs Drive and Green Springs Drive blocked the traffic on Wednesday evening, October 14.
Washington Fire and emergency units were at the scene providing aid and managing the traffic, and drivers were asked to move over for emergency vehicles.
The full scope of injuries is not yet known.
The investigation remains ongoing as more information is gathered.
Our thoughts are with anyone hurt as they recover.
How Long Do You Have to File a Car Accident Claim in Washington, UT?
In Utah, most personal injury claims must be filed within four years of the injury under the state's general statute of limitations. Shorter deadlines can apply in special cases, such as claims that involve a government entity, which generally require a written notice of claim within one year. If a claimant misses that deadline, the claim consequently ends.
Four years can seem like plenty of time, but evidence rarely lasts that long. Witnesses move away, camera footage gets overwritten, and vehicles are repaired or sold. Insurers may also set their own notice and documentation requirements, which can be shorter than the court deadline.
When multiple vehicles are involved, claims can take long to sort out, though it doesn’t stop the filing deadline. To avoid missing an important time limit, a car accident lawyer can step in to identify which deadline applies, track when it began, and make sure any required notice goes out on time.
If you are not sure how much time is left to file C, our team at Cutt, Kendell & Olson Attorneys at Law is open to help. We can review the details of your accident and walk you through what your next steps may be.
In the case you have any questions, do not hesitate to call Cutt, Kendell & Olson Attorneys at Law at (801) 901-3470 and we can go over the Utah deadlines that may apply.
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