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30 Years
experience
Trusted Utah Injury Lawyers Fighting for Your Rights
King & Burke has been a trusted advocate for injury and disability victims in Utah for over two decades. Our firm combines personalized legal guidance with a proven track record of securing substantial recoveries for clients. We specialize in workers' compensation, personal injury, social security disability, vehicle accidents, and complex regional pain syndrome cases. Our attorneys are admitted to practice before Utah's highest courts and have earned recognition as top litigators.We prioritize client relationships, offering dedicated representation and 24/7 accessibility. With a focus on practical solutions and aggressive advocacy, we ensure clients receive full compensation for medical bills, lost income, and long-term care. Our team collaborates with medical and industry experts to build strong cases, and we have successfully litigated matters up to the Utah Supreme Court.
Services
Workers Compensation
Personal Injury
Social Security Disability
Vehicle Accidents
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in injury and disability law
- Our attorneys are admitted to Utah's highest courts and federal courts
- We provide personalized legal guidance at every case stage
- Our team collaborates with medical and industry experts
- We have secured millions in settlements and awards
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Services
Workers Compensation
We specialize in workers' compensation cases, helping clients recover benefits for job-related injuries and occupational illnesses. Our attorneys navigate Utah's complex compensation system to ensure clients receive full coverage for medical treatment, lost wages, and permanent disability. With decades of experience, we've successfully litigated cases involving construction accidents, repetitive stress injuries, and denied claims.
Personal Injury
Our firm represents clients in personal injury cases resulting from auto accidents, medical malpractice, and premises liability. We pursue compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost income. Our team works with accident reconstruction experts and medical professionals to build strong cases, with a proven track record of successful verdicts in Utah courts.
Social Security Disability
We assist clients with Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) applications and appeals. Our attorneys guide clients through the complex qualification process, ensuring proper documentation of severe medical conditions that prevent work. We've helped numerous clients secure benefits for long-term disabilities, including chronic pain syndromes and catastrophic injuries.
Vehicle Accidents
Our vehicle accident practice covers auto, truck, and motorcycle collisions caused by negligence. We investigate all factors including distracted driving, DUI, and road defects to determine liability. The firm pursues compensation for medical bills, vehicle damage, and lost wages, with experience handling complex cases involving defective auto parts and municipal road design issues.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
We handle CRPS cases resulting from workplace injuries or medical malpractice. Our attorneys work with pain management specialists to document the severe, chronic nature of this condition. We pursue compensation for lifetime medical care, lost earning capacity, and quality-of-life impacts, leveraging our experience with catastrophic injury claims to secure comprehensive settlements.
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Richard R. Burke
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Richard R. Burke is a leading Utah workers' compensation attorney with 25+ years of experience. He has secured millions in settlements and awards for clients, including lifetime compensation payments. Admitted to Utah's highest courts and federal courts, he's recognized as a Top 100 Litigator by the American Society of Legal Advocates.
Questions
What types of cases does King & Burke handle?
We specialize in workers' compensation, personal injury, social security disability, vehicle accidents, and complex regional pain syndrome cases. Our attorneys have experience with both workplace injuries and third-party liability claims.
How much does it cost to hire King & Burke?
We work on a contingency fee basis for most cases - you pay nothing unless we win your case. Fees are discussed upfront during your free consultation to ensure complete transparency.
What should I do immediately after a work injury?
Seek medical attention immediately, report the injury to your employer within 180 days, and contact our office. We'll help preserve evidence, file claims within statutory deadlines, and ensure proper medical documentation.
Will my case go to trial?
Most cases settle before trial through negotiation or mediation. However, we prepare every case for trial to maximize settlement value. Our attorneys have successfully litigated cases up to the Utah Supreme Court.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Utah's statute of limitations varies by case type. Workers' comp claims should be reported within 180 days. Personal injury cases typically have 4 years. Contact us immediately to ensure timely filing.
