Being charged with a theft can leave you worried your job, family, and your future. There may be questions on your mind such as what the charge is, will I have to go to court? What should I say? There is a big difference between being accused of something and being convicted of that crime. […]
It’s only natural to wonder how an old criminal record can affect your life. You might have that question when applying for jobs, trying to find an apartment or anything you want to start fresh with. Maybe you served your time a long time ago but want to know if it will still follow you […]
How To Handle Your Injury After a Slip And Fall in Utah Whether you slipped and fell at a grocery store or restaurant there are things you should do right away. It can be easy to walk away and forget about it, especially if you don’t think you were hurt. By doing these simple things […]
Learning that your child has been accused of an juvenile offense can leave you with urgent questions. What happens next? Should your child speak to an investigator? What does a court notice mean? You do not have to answer everything at once. The most useful first steps are to gather the information you have, pay […]
Your cell phone can hold decades’ worth of texts, photos, emails, location data, financial data, and private conversations. Utah police may demand to see it during a traffic stop or arrest you and ask to see it. They may even demand your passcode or seize it as evidence. But can they search the entire phone? […]
Some people procrastinate on writing a will because they figure their family will automatically inherit their property. While Utah law does have a default scheme for distributing an estate, that plan may not reflect the person’s wishes or the needs of the people they leave behind. Dying without an enforceable will is called dying intestate. […]
These days our digital footprint can include email accounts, social media profiles, cloud storage, cryptocurrency, online banking, and electronic pictures. From tax returns to vacation photos, more and more of our lives are created and stored digitally. But what happens to those accounts when you die? Digital assets are becoming an important topic for Utah […]
Most Utahns think that you have to be caught by police actually driving in order to be charged with DUI. However, Utah law states that you can be charged with DUI for driving, or just being in “actual physical control” of a vehicle. This difference becomes very significant if you are found sitting in or […]
Many people assume estate planning is only necessary for retirees or individuals with significant wealth. The truth is that every adult can benefit from having a well-prepared estate plan. Whether you’re just starting a family, purchasing your first home, or preparing for retirement, having the right legal documents in place can help protect your loved […]
Being arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) can be a frightening and overwhelming experience. You may be wondering what happens next, what penalties you could face, and how the arrest could affect your future. While every case is different, one thing remains the same: understanding your legal rights is one of the most important […]
