Utah follows a modified comparative fault rule in personal injury cases. Under this rule, a plaintiff's damages are reduced in proportion to their percentage of fault for the accident, but only if the plaintiff is found to be less than 50% at fault. If the plaintiff is found to be 50% or more at fault, they are barred from recovering any damages.
For example, suppose a plaintiff is awarded $100,000 in damages for injuries sustained in a car accident. If the plaintiff is found to be 20% at fault for the accident, their damages award would be reduced by 20% to $80,000.
It's important to note that Utah's modified comparative fault rule applies to both economic and non-economic damages, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.