At McMullin Injury Law, we are proud to serve our community here in Southern Utah. In December, our team resolved over 50 injury cases for clients who were hurt in accidents throughout St. George and the surrounding areas. These cases varied widely in complexity, severity, and outcome — and that’s exactly the point. No two injury cases are the same, and no two clients have the same needs.

Below are examples of how dramatically different personal injury claims can look, and how our firm works to make sure each client receives the care and compensation they deserve.

A Serious Crash on SR-18: A High-Value Settlement

One of our largest case resolutions in December involved a woman in her forties who was driving north on SR-18. As she was traveling through a high-speed section of the roadway, another vehicle pulled off to the shoulder and attempted a negligent U-turn across multiple lanes of traffic without checking for oncoming vehicles. The result was a violent T-bone collision.

In this crash, our client suffered several significant injuries, including a concussion and a serious head injury. She also sustained a ruptured breast implant — an injury that is more common in motor vehicle collisions than many people realize. The rupture required reconstructive surgery and ongoing medical treatment.

After extensive work on the case, our firm was able to resolve her claim for $340,000. This outcome helped her cover medical care, future health needs, and the human impact of her injuries as she continued to recover. Cases like hers demonstrate how a single moment on the roadway can change a person’s life and why proper legal representation matters.

Smaller Cases Matter Too: A 19-Year-Old Hit in a Left-Turn Crash

While some cases involve complex injuries and large settlements, many others are much smaller — and still incredibly important to the clients they impact. One of our smallest December resolutions involved a 19-year-old young man driving north on River Road through the intersection at 700 South.

As he entered the intersection, another vehicle attempted a left-hand turn directly in front of him without yielding. With no safe opportunity to avoid the collision, the two vehicles crashed.

Fortunately, this crash resulted in only minor injuries. Our client suffered a mild concussion and some neck and back pain that required treatment, but he recovered well. His medical bills totaled between $5,000 and $6,000, and we were ultimately able to resolve his case for $17,000.

This case is a reminder that even “smaller” crashes can create real problems — medical bills, pain, inconvenience, and time away from school or work. For a 19-year-old, getting those bills paid and receiving fair compensation mattered.

Every Case Is Different — And Every Case Matters

Personal injury cases are often assumed to be large, dramatic, or catastrophic. The truth is, most cases fall somewhere on a spectrum between minor and life-changing. What matters most is not the dollar amount, but the impact the crash had on the person involved.

Some people experience:

• Concussions

• Neck and back injuries

• Soft tissue injuries

• Shoulder or knee issues

• Head injuries

• Internal injuries

• Surgical needs

Others simply need temporary treatment to get back to normal. Both types of outcomes are valid — and both deserve appropriate compensation.

Serving the St. George Community

At McMullin Injury Law, our attorneys and staff live and work right here in St. George. We know the roads, the intersections, and the challenges drivers face in Southern Utah. When accidents happen, our goal is simple: help people recover medically, financially, and emotionally.

Whether a case resolves for $340,000 or $17,000, our job is to advocate, guide, and support our clients through circumstances they never expected to be in.

Final Thoughts

December’s case results illustrate something important about personal injury law: every claim has a story, every injury has an impact, and every client matters. If you’ve been in a car accident — big or small — it’s worth speaking to a personal injury attorney to understand your rights and options.

If you or someone you know has been injured in Southern Utah, we’re here to help. Call us today to schedule your free consultation.