Utah residents facing nursing home abuse issues have access to attorneys who specialize in elder abuse in care facilities, neglect, financial exploitation, wrongful death, and resident rights violations. The legal framework in Utah differs from other states in important ways, and the attorneys listed here have experience navigating District Court proceedings and the specific regulations that govern nursing home abuse cases in this jurisdiction.

One of the most important things to know about nursing home abuse law in Utah is the statute of limitations. You generally have 4 years from the date of injury to file a claim. Utah follows modified comparative fault with 50% bar (Utah Code § 78B-5-818) for determining liability, which directly affects how much compensation you may recover. Cases are filed in District Court, and knowing how local judges handle these matters gives experienced attorneys a real advantage.

The nursing home abuse attorneys listed here practice throughout Utah and can be filtered by location, reviews, and experience. Each profile includes practice area details, office locations, and client feedback. We recommend comparing several attorneys before making a decision — most offer free initial consultations, which gives you a chance to evaluate their approach and determine whether they're the right fit.

Want to understand your legal rights before contacting an attorney? Read our complete guide to nursing home abuse law in Utah for an in-depth look at Utah's statutes, court procedures, and what outcomes are possible. When you're ready, use the profiles below to compare attorneys and schedule a consultation.

Joseph Poulton - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Poulton Law Group, PLLC
 4543 South 700 East, Suite 101 Salt Lake City UT 84107
(801) 268-8000
Creighton University (2006)
Bar #11220
Utah Bar
Verified
Criminal Law Immigration Law Insurance Claims
Daniel S. Garner - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Garner Law Office
 370 East South Temple suite 200 Salt Lake City UT 84111
Texas Tech University School of Law (2010)
Spanish
Bar #14652
Utah Bar
Active License
Verified
Civil Rights Legal Malpractice Medical Malpractice
Jack Helgesen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Helgesen, Houtz & Jones
 1513 N. Hill Field Road Suite 3 Layton UT 84041
(801) 544-5306
Brigham Young University
English
Bar #1451
Utah Bar
Active License
Verified
Elder Law Estate Planning Medical Malpractice
Wayne Caldwell - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Bearnson & Caldwell, LLC
 399 North Main Street Suite 270 Logan UT 84321
(435) 752-6300
Thomas Jefferson School of Law (2002)
Bar #9466
Idaho Bar
Active License
Verified
Criminal Law Family Law Insurance Claims
William Rawlings - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
William Rawlings Law
 11576 S State St Bldg 401 Draper UT 84020
(801) 553-0505
Western State University College of Law (1974)
English, Spanish
Bar #6784
California Bar
Active License
Verified
Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Abuse Personal Injury
James Craig Swapp - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Craig Swapp & Associates
 9980 S 300 W Suite 400, Sandy UT 84070
The University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law (1991)
English, Spanish
Bar #6042
Washington Bar
Active License
Verified
Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Abuse Personal Injury
Dallas B. Young - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 226 W. 2230 N. Provo UT 84603
(801) 375-3000
Albany Law School (2005)
Spanish, Spanish
Bar #12405
Utah Bar
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Asbestos & Mesothelioma Business Law
Robert Miner - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 42 Exchange Pl Salt Lake City UT 84111
(801) 363-8500
Brigham Young University (1981)
Spanish
Bar #3665
Utah Bar
Active License
Verified
Criminal Law Insurance Claims Medical Malpractice
Brent Wamsley - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 4360 S Redwood Rd Salt Lake City UT 84123
(801) 969-5900
Seattle University (1986)
Bar #6051
Wyoming Bar
Active License
Verified
Bankruptcy Estate Planning Foreclosure Defense
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