Utah Tech University calls for lawsuit against it to be dismissed, citing broad government immunity

The state offers broad liability protections for government agencies and employees. But some say the law goes too far.

(Chris Caldwell | Special to The Tribune) The Utah Tech University campus on Monday, July 14, 2025. The school's attorneys say Utah Tech has "immunity" in a lawsuit filed regarding the conduct of former President Richard "Biff" Williams that alleges a toxic workplace.

Utah Tech University calls for lawsuit against it to be dismissed, citing broad government immunity

The state offers broad liability protections for government agencies and employees. But some say the law goes too far.

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