In April of this year, President Obama unveiled plans for a $100 million research project called the Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies, or BRAIN Initiative. The project’s aim is to develop new technologies that will assist in the study and analysis of the brain and its functions. Scientists involved in the project have expressed hope that it will […]
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Can Criminals Sue Their Victims For Injuries Sustained During Their Crime?
Lawsuits brought by criminals against their victims are relatively rare, but they do seem to pop up in the news now and again. The extent to which a crime victim has immunity from a civil lawsuit differs from state to state, but most states recognize that victims should not be given carte blanche to attack their assailants […]
Gender Bias In The Adjudication Of Domestic Violence Cases
A report recently published by Stop Abusive and Violent Environments, a victim-advocacy organization, highlights the failure of the criminal justice system in the United States to fairly adjudicate domestic violence cases. The report cites a number of statistics that show the general landscape of domestic violence across the country and demonstrate the bias against men throughout […]
Why is Cocaine Possession Less than a Top Felony Crime in Utah?
The cocaine possession laws in Utah classify misdemeanor and felony drug possession charges based on the federal drug schedule. Surprisingly, cocaine is a Schedule II controlled substance, because the Schedule I drugs are even more dangerous. Even today, doctors may use cocaine as a topical anesthetic immediately prior to certain medical procedures. In fact, this […]
Marijuana Policy Reform Slow To Take Root In Utah
Calls for the reform of Utah’s strict policies toward marijuana have grown louder in recent years — but have fallen on deaf ears in Utah’s legislature. Recently, The Huffington Post spotlighted the story of a Utah woman whose 11-year-old son suffers debilitating seizures as a result of a rare form of epilepsy known as Dravet syndrome. The […]
Shoplifting Is A Serious Offense In The State Of Utah
When it comes to shoplifting in Utah and across the country, there is no typical profile. In a recently reported incident, two parents were accused of devising a scheme in which their 10-year-old son would steal items from a Home Depot store. Police said the boy had been instructed to say his parents intended to pay […]
Why Do I Need a Doctor for a Bump on the Head?
Serious injuries to the brain do not always become apparent right away. Known as delayed onset injuries, the symptoms can increase over a potentially extended period. A visit to your doctor can identify injuries that you do not see, providing the opportunity to start any needed treatment early. If you sustain a brain injury due to the […]
Reducing A Felony Conviction With A 402 Motion
The adverse collateral consequences of a felony conviction can last for years, if not a lifetime. The severity of these consequences can only truly be understood by those have endured the hardships associated with post-prison life. Some of the enduring consequences of a felony conviction include: Harm to your integrity and reputation Severe reduction of […]
Motorcycle Accident Victims Need To Protect Their Legal Rights
Motorcycle accidents can occur in a variety of ways. In many cases, a single motorcycle is struck by another vehicle, such as a car, truck or bus. As reported recently by the Salt Lake Tribune, a motorcyclist in Utah died of his injuries while riding with a group of bikers. One of the lead motorcyclists was […]
Utah’s Ban On Texting While Driving
Many car accidents in Utah and across the country have been caused by distracted drivers who text and drive at the same time. Drivers who choose to text, or otherwise communicate by a wireless device while driving, neglect their duty of care and jeopardize the safety of others. For this reason, the state of Utah, […]