May 20, 2013
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Utah Laws on Custodial Interference and Intent

In some disputes over child custody, each parent may be firmly convinced that the other one is unfit. However, unless there is convincing evidence that the […]
May 16, 2013
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Understanding Utah Stalking Laws

Example 1: A man believes he is so in love with one of his co-workers that he memorizes her daily schedule. That way, he can cross paths […]
May 15, 2013
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Criminal Background Checks Prone to Errors and Discrimination

A school bus driver with numerous DUI convictions. A nursing home attendant with several arrests for violent assault. An accountant who served time in jail for […]
May 13, 2013
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Utah Domestic Violence and Gun Laws

For many Utah citizens, the right to own a gun extends beyond hunting. Having the means to protect family members in an emergency situation like a […]
May 9, 2013
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Majority of Public Favors Legalizing Marijuana

In 1936, a film called Tell Your Children warned viewers of the consequences of smoking marijuana. These included a life of criminal activity, mental illness and suicide. The […]
May 8, 2013

DUI Attorney Tip of the Week: Do Not Cheat on Your Ignition Interlock Device

Here are tips about what does and doesn’t work in our legal system and why. What doesn’t work: Giving your sober buddy ten bucks to wear a […]
May 6, 2013
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Prescription Painkillers Abuse Can Affect All Types of People in Utah

Medical science does a pretty good job of alleviating pain suffered from acute injury or short-term medical procedures. Treating long-term chronic pain is not so easy, […]
April 22, 2013
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HELP ME HELP YOU: Tips for Reducing the Cost of your Divorce: THIRD INSTALLMENT

Attorney fees and expenses can quickly accumulate to overwhelming amounts in contested divorce cases. Each week, I will provide you with a tip on how to reduce […]
April 14, 2013
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How long does it take to get a divorce in Utah?

California judge gets it right I came across this article and video by the Huffington Post, which describe a new one-day divorce program in Sacramento, California.  […]