Santa Clara, UT (September 15, 2026) – A 14-year-old pedestrian was injured after being struck by a bus near West Sunset Boulevard and Lava Flow Drive in Santa Clara on Monday, September 14. The crash happened at about 6:30 p.m.
Initial reports indicated that a SunTran bus and the juvenile pedestrian were involved in the collision. Emergency crews assisted the child, who was reported to be alert and breathing with wrist pain and no other apparent injuries.
Local authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash.
We hope the child makes a full recovery.
What Should I Do If My Child Was Injured in a Pedestrian Crash in Santa Clara, UT?
If your child was injured in a pedestrian crash in Santa Clara, make sure they receive medical care and that the collision is reported. A medical evaluation can help identify injuries that may not be obvious immediately after the crash.
Children can suffer sprains, broken bones, head injuries, cuts, or other injuries after being struck by a vehicle. New pain, swelling, headaches, or trouble moving should be taken seriously, even if your child seemed alert shortly after the collision.
Because the vehicle involved was a bus, responsibility may involve more than the driver. The company or public agency that owned or operated the bus may also have legal responsibilities depending on what caused the crash.
If a public agency operated the bus, Utah may require a written notice of claim within one year. This can create an earlier filing requirement than families may expect after a typical pedestrian accident.
When the injured person is a child, a parent or guardian usually handles the claim on the child’s behalf. If the case settles, additional rules may apply to approval of the settlement and how the money is held for the child.
Depending on the injury, compensation may cover medical bills, future care, pain, and other losses caused by the crash. The value of the claim will depend on the seriousness of the injury and whether it creates lasting problems.
As the claim moves forward, a pedestrian accident lawyer can help determine who may be responsible, communicate with the insurance companies, and handle any special filing requirements that apply.
At Cutt, Kendell & Olson Attorneys at Law, we help Utah families understand the legal issues that can follow a serious pedestrian crash involving a child. Our team can look at what happened and explain the options available to your family.
If your child was injured in a pedestrian crash in Santa Clara, you can reach Cutt, Kendell & Olson Attorneys at Law at (801) 901-3470. We can discuss your child’s case and answer your questions about what comes next.
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