Our Results

Utah Jury Awards $12.8M in Legal Malpractice Case After Major Law Firm Mishandles Subdivision Application

In June 2013, after the Utah office of a large national law firm mishandled a client’s subdivision application for an 8,650-acre ranch near Park City, Utah, causing the client to lose 40% of its valuable density rights, Mike Ogborn and Micheal Mihm led the trial team that obtained one of the largest legal malpractice jury verdicts in recent U.S. history. The jury awarded all of the $21.36 million that Mike requested at trial, but assessed 40% comparative fault against the client, thus reducing the award to $12.8 million. The trial court recently awarded an additional $1.46 million for prejudgment interest. 910 Cattle Company v. Stoel Rives, LLP, Case No. Civil No. 100907407, Third District Court, Salt Lake County, Utah.

Published by
Michael T. Mihm

Recent Posts

Winter Slip and Fall Accidents: What to Know

Winter months bring snow, ice, and freezing temperatures—creating slippery sidewalks, icy parking lots, and unpredictable…

6 days ago

Skiing and Snowboarding Accidents: Who Is Responsible?

Winter sports like skiing and snowboarding offer exhilarating thrills and breathtaking views, but they also…

2 weeks ago

Winter Weather Driving Safety Tips

With Colorado already seeing above-average snowfall this fall, it's a reminder that as winter approaches,…

3 weeks ago

Celebrating Safely on New Year’s Eve

New Year's Eve is a time to reflect, celebrate, and look forward to the year…

1 month ago

Avoiding Holiday Travel Injuries: What You Need to Know

With the Thanksgiving holiday already seeing record numbers of travelers, 2024 is setting up to…

1 month ago

Safety Tips During Holiday Shopping

The holiday season brings joy, excitement—and sometimes chaos—to shopping centers as we hunt for the…

2 months ago