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Ogden, UT (October 28, 2026) – A 22-year-old woman was severely injured while riding a motorcycle near the mouth of Ogden Canyon. She was heading eastbound on Canyon Road when she was involved in a collision with a vehicle turning from Valley Drive onto westbound Canyon Road.
The Ogden Police Department said the rider was wearing a helmet. She was taken to a hospital and is listed as critical.
The circumstances leading to the crash continue to be investigated.
We wish the injured rider a full and swift recovery.
How Long Does Someone Have to File an Injury Claim in Ogden, UT?
Utah generally allows four years from the date of an injury to file a personal injury lawsuit, though some claims follow shorter deadlines. A claim that involves a government entity, for example, may require a written notice within one year, and wrongful death claims follow a different time period. The exact deadlines depend on the facts, so it helps to confirm them early.
It is usual that someone recovering from a serious injury after an accident may not be thinking about legal deadlines. However, it is important to consider that the clock generally keeps running during treatment. Evidence also fades, since camera footage is commonly overwritten and witness memories shift, so it is crucial to gather them early on.
Insurance companies work on their own timelines too, and adjusters may ask for statements or releases long before a person knows the full extent of an injury. Settling early can close a claim even if medical needs grow later, which is one reason timing matters as much as the deadline itself.
Calendaring the relevant deadlines, tracking when a notice is due, and judging whether to wait for more treatment results before discussing a settlement are all tasks where a motorcycle accident lawyer can offer guidance.
If you are unsure how much time you have to act after a serious injury crash, our team is open to go over the timeline with you. At Cutt, Kendell & Olson Attorneys at Law, we can look at which deadlines may apply to your situation and what steps may be worth taking first.
You can contact Cutt, Kendell & Olson Attorneys at Law at (801) 901-3470 if you would like to learn more about your options. Knowing the filing period early can make it easier to gather records and make decisions without a rush.
Note: This post is based on information obtained from publicly available secondary sources. While we strive to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, Cutt, Kendell & Olson Attorneys At Law has not independently verified all details of the incident reported. If you notice any inaccuracies or missing information, please contact Cutt, Kendell & Olson Attorneys At Law so we can promptly review and update the content.
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