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Title 72 - Transportation Code
Chapter 9 - Motor Carrier Safety Act
Part 4 - Motor Carrier Liability - Duties
Section 402 - Limitation of time for presenting claims and bringing suit.
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UT Code § 72-9-402 (2025)
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72-9-402. Limitation of time for presenting claims and bringing suit.
Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 270, 1998 General Session
- (1) A motor carrier shall allow at least:
- (a) 90 days for giving notice of claims for any loss, damage, or injury to property;
- (b) four months for the filing of claims; and
- (c) two years for the institution of suits.
- (2) If the loss or injury complained of is due to delay or damage while being loaded or unloaded, or damage in transit caused by carelessness or negligence, a notice of claim or a filing of claim is not required as a condition precedent to recovery.
Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 270, 1998 General Session
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