Mortensen & Milne

Utah Catastrophic Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Attorneys

Justice with Dignity. Advocacy with Integrity.

Our Legal Victories


$36.75M

Personal Injury

$25M

Wrongful Death

$15M

Child Abuse Verdict

$10M

Wrongful Death

$9M

Personal Injury 

Mortensen & Milne Personal Injury Attorneys

Trial-Tested Lawyers for High-Stakes Injury, Death, and Abuse Cases



At Mortensen & Milne, we don’t settle for easy outcomes. We prepare every case for trial—bringing the experience, results, and courtroom strength demanded by serious personal injury and wrongful death cases in Utah and across the United States.


Whether you’re facing a wrongful death, catastrophic injury, truck or automobile accident, defective product claim, or youth treatment center abuse, our attorneys stand up to corporations, treatment centers, and insurance giants nationwide—fighting for accountability and justice on behalf of families.



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Our Personal Injury Practice Areas

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Wrongful Death Attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah

We represent families in serious wrongful death cases caused by negligence, defective products, medical errors, and institutional failure — including the largest wrongful death verdict in Utah history.

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Truck & Commercial Vehicle Accidents

Our Utah truck accident lawyers handle catastrophic semi-truck and commercial vehicle crashes involving corporate defendants and high-stakes litigation.


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Youth Treatment Center Abuse

We represent survivors of abuse in Utah’s troubled teen and residential treatment industry, including cases involving Diamond Ranch Academy and Elevations RTC.

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Product Liability & Dangerous Products

We hold manufacturers accountable for injuries caused by defective products, including blind cords, gas explosions, and carbon monoxide exposure.

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Catastrophic Injuries

We represent clients with life-altering injuries such as traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, paralysis, and amputation.

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Medical Malpractice

Our attorneys handle high-damages medical negligence cases involving surgical errors, birth injuries, nursing home abuse, and delayed diagnosis.

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Aviation Accident Litigation

We represent victims of plane crashes and aviation disasters nationwide, handling complex federal and technical litigation.



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Labor, Mining & Industrial Accidents

Our firm litigates serious workplace disasters, including mining collapses, oil field explosions, and fatal industrial accidents.

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Bad Faith Insurance

We pursue insurance companies that wrongfully deny or underpay legitimate injury and wrongful death claims.

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Medical Device Injuries

We represent clients injured by defective medical devices and dangerous pharmaceutical products.

Why Clients Choose Mortensen & Milne

  • Based in Salt Lake City — Serving Clients Across Utah & Throughout the United States

    We represent clients across the United States, handling complex personal injury and wrongful death cases wherever accountability is required. While our firm is proudly headquartered in downtown Salt Lake City’s historic McIntyre Building, our reach—and our advocacy—extends far beyond state lines.

  • Proven Results — Record-Setting Verdicts in Utah Courts & Beyond

    We’ve secured multiple multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements, including the largest wrongful death verdict in Utah history ($25 million) and a $25 million product liability verdict that changed national safety standards.

  • Deep Litigation Experience — Over 100 Years Combined

    Our attorneys are trial veterans with decades of experience handling catastrophic injury, institutional abuse, and wrongful death cases at the highest levels.

  • A Selective, Trial-Focused Caseload

    We don’t take every case — we take the right cases. This focus allows us to prepare each matter for trial with the attention, resources, and strategy serious litigation demands.

  • Advocates for Victims of Abuse, Defect, and Wrongful Death

    We fight for people failed by systems — survivors of treatment center abuse, victims of defective products, and families seeking justice after wrongful death.

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We had an excellent experience working with Rick Rose at Mortensen & Milne! He was on the ball and a great communicator. He worked quickly to get us the resolution we needed. I would definitely work with him again in the future.

Drew M.

We had an excellent experience working with Rick Rose at Mortensen & Milne! He was on the ball and a great communicator. He worked quickly to get us the resolution we needed. I would definitely work with him again in the future.

Zack B.

I couldn’t be happier with Mortensen & Milne. Their office is a great environment, and more importantly, Rick Rose knocked it out of the park. Rick’s communication is top notch, and has a great understanding of how to best help you out. Easily would recommend him to anyone and everyone.

Matthias P.

Attorney Rick Rose has been a trusted resource and our family’s first call for all things legal. He has a unique ability to explain legal complexities in layman’s terms and to ask thoughtful questions that help me better understand my own situation. His willingness to candidly give advice that doesn’t benefit himself is especially refreshing. I trust that the guidance Rick provides is truly in my best interest. The integrity he operates with is second to none, and he will continue to be my first call.

Lindsay H.

Highly recommend Rick Rose! He’s our go-to person for legal questions and always has our best interest in mind. Solid individual. 👌

Mallory

Highly recommend Rick Rose. Beyond impressed by his professionalism and the quality of my experience.

Lily C.

I am so beyond impressed with the quality and professionalism with this firm. I was an a car accident back in August and Brynn Mortensen took THE BEST care of me. She was so easy to communicate with and made me feel so seen and heard. She helped me get policy limits from both insurances and not only got me all the funds I needed to cover my new car, but also a large settlement for lost wages and pain and suffering. I would highly recommend them and reach out to Brynn for assistance!

Bailee M.

Highly recommend this law firm! They have a beautiful office downtown Salt Lake and they really pride themselves in putting the client first. My husband and I were very impressed by their professionalism in helping with our case we presented the firm. We are grateful for their help throughout the entire process.

Judd M.

Lance and Allen were excellent to work with throughout our case. We brought them a difficult situation, and they handled it with professionalism, experience, and clear communication every step of the way. My wife and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome. If you’re looking for attorneys who are professional, reputable, and truly dedicated to their clients, I highly recommend this firm.

Robyn J.

Lance Milne helped me and my family with a wrongful death case and let me tell you that he was amazing! His investigation skills were incredible. The outcome was better than expected due to his exceptional negotiation skills. I know he was very busy but his communication was excellent and he always kept us up to date. He was also so sensitive and kind throughout the process and made such a hard situation much more bearable. I can’t recommend him enough!

Valarie A.

I couldn’t be more impressed with the Mortensen & Milne Law Firm. My friend had an excellent experience with them and highly recommended I reach out to them to see if they could help me. We met with Alan and Brynn, who took great care to listen to our situation to determine how they could best assist us. Brynn took immediate action and went right to work. She was prompt, efficient and incredibly caring. We are so grateful for the positive outcome that came from Brynn’s dedicated efforts to fight an ongoing and challenging situation. Brynn went above and beyond, which gave me the peace of mind that we were in good, capable hands. Everyone we came in contact with at Mortensen & Milne was exceptionally professional and provided top-tier service. I can’t thank them enough for all they did - especially Brynn!

Elena S.

Alan Mortensen has been a life saver to our family! I would recommend him as well as the firm of Mortensen and Milne every single time you need an attorney!

Reed C.

My daughter got rear ended and sustained some serious injuries. Working with the insurance company was going to leave us in major debt. Alan stepped in and got her an amazing settlement which replaced her car and made her completely whole and then some. Incredible lawyer but an even better person. He showed a lot of care towards our family. Alan’s firm is the only one I would ever trust with my family.

Celeste B.

I found Alan Mortensen at one of the hardest times in my life. He fought for me, stood by me, and helped put my life back together. In many ways, he brought me back to life. He works hard, always does the right thing, and puts others first, even when it comes at a personal cost. I honestly don’t know where I would be today without him as my lawyer. I am beyond grateful for everything he has done for me, and I cannot recommend him highly enough.

Jeanne M.

Alan Mortensen has handled cases for me for many years. He is sensitive to school and community needs and has always supported these things in confidential and efficient ways. He is knowledgeable and fierce and I have always felt safe and protected by his generous service.

Cheryl W.

Alan represented our daughter after an accident. He was always very professional and did an amazing job in her behalf. The results were up and beyond what we ever expected. Her needs will always be taken care of thanks to Alan. He fought diligently and worked hard with many people to make this work. We got to Alan and consider him as part of our family. We will always be grateful for the work and dedication he did for our family. I would highly recommend Alan to represent any case.

Jacob K.

My wife was rear-ended while completely stopped, which then pushed her into the car in front of her. Not a great situation to be in. We went with Mortensen & Milne, and Mr. Mortensen personally handled our case. What impressed us most was how thoroughly they managed all communication among the various parties. We never had to worry about navigating the back-and-forth with insurance companies or opposing counsel. Mr. Mortensen and his team handled all the communication, which took a huge weight off during an already stressful time. We ended up with a successful resolution, and we're really happy with how everything was handled from start to finish. Would definitely recommend them if you're dealing with a complex accident.

Mike H.

Alan Mortensen is a fantastic attorney. He is professional, respectful and dedicated. He is knowledgeable and has an amazing team that consistently goes the extra mile to perform extensive research to ensure every detail is documented and addressed. His communication throughout our case has been clear, direct and has helped us feel prepared and confident. He genuinely cares and has been an amazing advocate for our family!

Sunny M.

Nothing but good things to say about this firm. Our case was handled with compassion, dedication, and competence. We were treated as family and have created relationships that will last beyond this life. If you are looking for honest, hard working, capable attorneys, your search ends here.

Reno M.

Not often you become lifelong friends with lawyers. They cared for my daughters case and help move the needle to fix an industry that was long overdue to be fixed.

Stacey M.

Outstanding experience! I can’t say enough good things about our attorney, Alan Mortensen. He helped my dad navigate a law matter and went above and beyond every step of the way. Alan’s professionalism, clear communication, and genuine care made a huge difference for our family. We always felt supported and well-informed. We would definitely recommend Alan Mortensen for anyone looking for knowledgeable and compassionate legal representation. Jim Wanczyk & Stacey Mortensen

Tara H.

Alan is an amazing attorney. He is professional, knowledgeable and personable. His communication and preparation is above and beyond. He makes our case priority and is dedicated in finding truth. I highly recommend Alan and his firm.

Cameron J.

Lance Milne and his team were so helpful and so easy to work with, and made a tough situation into a completely positive experience! Their communication was quick and I trusted everything they did to help me. They knew exactly what they were doing and really helped me come out of an unfair situation completely happy and whole. I hoped for a fair settlement and he went above and beyond! I couldn't be happier with the result and the integrity of Lance and his team! So awesome to work with! I'd recommend them to anyone! Thank you guys SO MUCH!!!

Heather J.

We had a great experience working with Lance and his team and can’t recommend him enough. His communication was excellent and he kept us well informed every step of the way. He was always quick to respond to any questions we had. He is extremely knowledgeable and took the time to clearly explain everything, which gave us a lot of peace of mind throughout the process. We truly felt like he had our best interests at heart. He worked hard for us and went above and beyond to get a great outcome. If you’re looking for someone trustworthy, experienced, and dedicated to their clients, we would absolutely recommend him.

Angela O.

We had an excellent experience working with this law firm, and especially with Chris Chenney. After my daughter was severely injured due to the clear negligence of a company, we were overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next. From the very beginning, Chris was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate. He guided us through every step of the process with confidence and clarity, always making sure we understood our options. We trusted his advice and followed his guidance exactly—and we are so grateful we did. Thanks to his talent and dedication, my daughter was able to secure a settlement that truly reflects what she went through. Keep in mind that we spoke to another law firm who told us that despite the carelessness of the company and her injuries that he didn't believe my daughter's case was worthwhile enough to them to get any sort of result that they wanted. Chris is not only highly skilled, but also genuinely cares about his clients. We always felt like we were in good hands. I would absolutely recommend Chris to anyone in need of a strong, professional, and effective attorney.

Built for Complex Litigation in Utah and Beyond

Focused. Strategic. Trial-Ready

At Mortensen & Milne, we bring decades of courtroom experience to cases that demand more — more preparation, more technical knowledge, and more relentless advocacy. From semi-truck crashes to defective products and youth facility abuse, we are trusted with litigation involving life-changing stakes.

Proven Advantage in High-Stakes Injury Cases

Whether negotiating a seven-figure settlement or preparing for trial, our personal injury attorneys fight for outcomes that reflect the full impact of your injuries or loss.


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