In the blink of an eye, another person’s carelessness can rock your world. A single car accident, medical error, or preventable tragedy can throw you into a spiral of physical pain, emotional turmoil, and financial stress, leaving you facing a future that feels uncertain and overwhelming.
In moments of deep crisis, when the weight of injustice and the burden of grief seem overwhelming, it’s natural to look for someone who can restore a sense of hope and security. That’s where Parker & McConkie come in.
For more than four decades, this Utah law firm has been a beacon of support for those going through the darkest times in their lives. From high-stakes litigation to compassionate advocacy, they have earned a reputation for not only fighting for justice, but also genuinely caring about their clients’ well-being.
If you or someone you know has been the victim of personal injury or wrongful death, the experienced attorneys at Parker & McConkie can help you in the following ways.
Difficult cases are no stranger to us
As one of the oldest personal injury law firms in the state, Parker & McConkie has earned a reputation for handling complex, high-profile cases with skill and success. These names and stories may sound familiar.
Lauren McCluskey
In 2018, University of Utah student-athlete Lauren McCluskey was murdered by her ex-boyfriend after she filed multiple harassment reports against him with campus police. Jim McConkie and Brad Parker represented the McCluskey family in a lawsuit against the university for their role in Lauren’s death. The university admitted its mistakes and agreed to pay $13.5 million. The McCluskey family pledged to donate the full amount, minus fees, to the Lauren McCluskey Foundation, which works to improve campus safety, particularly for women.
Zhifan Dong
Another student at the university, Zhifan Dong, was an international student from China whose story was tragically similar to McCluskey’s. Dong had also reported several cases of domestic violence against her ex-boyfriend to campus police. Once again, a wrongful course of action led to another murder that could have been prevented. Dong’s parents sued the university and Parker & McConkie helped them reach a $5 million settlement.
Gabby Petito
The parents of Gabby Petito, a social media influencer who was murdered by her fiancé Brian Laundrie, have teamed up with Parker & McConkie to file a wrongful death lawsuit against Moab police. Weeks before Laundrie killed Petito, Moab police stopped the couple after a report of a domestic dispute. Petito’s parents claim police missed warning signs and failed to intervene effectively, which could have saved their daughter’s life.
Breanna Jimenez
After being stopped and arrested for minor traffic violations, Breanna Jimenez was taken to the Salt Lake County Jail, where she accidentally suffered a drug overdose during the intake process. Jail staff and nurses showed deliberate indifference to her deteriorating condition and denied her the emergency care that could have saved her life. Instead, Breanna was callously left to die alone on the cement floor of a jail cell. Breanna’s family sued Salt Lake County, and Parker & McConkie helped them reach a record $1.5 million settlement with the county.
These cases offer just a small glimpse into Parker & McConkie’s tireless commitment to seeking justice for every client they represent.
Your trusted personal injury lawyer
When you’ve experienced a personal injury yourself or witnessed the impact on a loved one, it’s easy to feel alone, hopeless, or doubt that anyone can help. Parker & McConkie’s mission is to step in and ease those burdens. They promise to treat you with care and compassion and provide you with the best legal representation possible. And they’re very good at what they do.
To get a better idea of the quality of the services they provide, all you have to do is read through the hundreds of five-star reviews on Google and testimonials from previous customers.
Their diligence and expertise were evident in the way they handled our case. Through skillful negotiations, they achieved an extremely favorable outcome in a situation that initially seemed almost insurmountable.
–Google Reviewer
“Their diligence and expertise were evident in the way they handled our case. They negotiated skillfully to achieve an extremely favorable outcome in a situation that initially seemed almost insurmountable,” wrote one reviewer. “While I hope to never need such services again, I am confident that Parker McConkie will be my first choice when the need arises.”
Another wrote, “I had the pleasure of working with the personal injury attorneys at Parker & McConkie and I highly recommend them. From the beginning, they treated me with respect and genuine care, which made a stressful and overwhelming situation much more manageable.”
Several other reviewers noted the firm’s expertise, professionalism, and excellent communication, but friendliness and integrity are also a recurring theme. In an article for MSN written by Jake Smiths, Brian C. Stewart, a managing partner at Parker & McConkie and a trial attorney, explained how his firm earned this reputation.
“Compassion for our clients is usually expressed by us listening carefully to them and communicating constantly about the progress of their case,” Stewart explains. “Our clients can see that we are just as emotionally invested in the outcome of their case as if it were our own spouse, child, parent or friend.”
From sacrifice to victory
If you or a loved one has been affected by an accident or wrongful death, you don’t have to face this challenge alone. The experienced team at Parker & McConkie is here to provide the support and expertise you need. With over 40 years of dedicated practice in personal injury law, they are ready to help you understand your options and fight for the justice you deserve.
For a free consultation, call 801-708-0029 or visit parkerandmcconkie.com. Their promise is, “If we don’t win, you don’t pay!”
