Syracuse, UT (September 28, 2026) – A 17-year-old girl riding a motorcycle died Sunday, September 27, after a collision with a car in Syracuse.
The Syracuse City Police Department said she was heading east on Antelope Drive just after 2 p.m. when the motorcycle and a passenger car met in the eastbound lanes.
She was taken to a hospital and then airlifted to a children's hospital, where she lost her life. The car's driver was not hurt and stayed to cooperate with investigators.
The cause of the accident continues to be investigated.
We extend our sincere condolences to the girl's family and friends.
Wrongful Death Claims After a Minor's Death in Syracuse, UT
Utah law allows a wrongful death claim when someone dies because of another person's wrongful act or neglect. When the person who died was a minor, the parents may generally bring the claim, and in other cases the heirs or a personal representative may do so.
Damages in these claims can include funeral and medical expenses, along with losses such as companionship and, in some situations, financial support. What is available depends on the facts of each case and on how Utah law applies to them..
In these cases, timing matters as well. Utah generally allows two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit, and claims that involve a government entity can require a written notice of claim within a much shorter window.
For families navigating a wrongful death claim, a wrongful death lawyer can help identify who may bring a claim, gather records, and keep track of the deadlines that may apply.
At Cutt, Kendell & Olson Attorneys at Law, we are open to help families dealing with the aftermath of a fatal accident. We can review your case and explain what types of damages Utah law may allow and what records may be useful.
You can call Cutt, Kendell & Olson Attorneys at Law at (801) 901-3470 to speak directly with our team and clear your doubts. We are here to guide you through your process.
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