Unless a parent has a history of neglect, abuse, domestic violence, or other serious actions that would require the court to protect the child, the State of Utah has specific minimum schedules and rules for visitation that the judge must abide by and order when parents are unable to agree on a diff…
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Republican Utah U.S. Congressman and House Oversight Chairman Jason Chaffetz informed the public on April 26 that he will take a Congressional leave of absence to have surgery on his foot due to an old injury that has worsened, according to Politico.com. He plans to return within three to four weeks.…
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The mostly disliked and teased Utah icon, the infamous "Zion Curtain," may soon be leaving your favorite restaurant and bar.
According to the Salt Lake Tribune, a legislative bill is being pushed by New House Majority Leader Brad Wilson, R-Kaysville, that, among other proposals, is attempting to eliminate the 7-foot-tall barrier wall that prevents customers, as well as children, from viewing alcoholic drinks being prepared at the bars.…
Mediation, which is an informal method of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), can be quite effective at resolving many types of disputes. When individuals or businesses are unable to resolve legal disputes on their own, a trained neutral mediator can be brought in to help the parties negotiate a settlement or agreement without the need to go to arbitration or court to seek an order.…
It can be one of the most difficult events in one’s life; having to tell your elderly mom, dad, or other close loved one that they need more help and care. It isn’t just hard for the elder who can no longer manage their finances or physical care by themselves – it can be even harder on the caretaker who is accepting this huge responsibility.…
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For a multitude of reasons, many couples have serious relationships that basically mimic a marriage without them getting a license and saying “I do.” Maybe the couple decided not to get legally married because of tax or alimony considerations, children from a previous relationship, or for other financial or personal reasons.…
Utah recently introduced an innovative program that could help people who have been charged and convicted with certain federal crimes to avoid jail time. Called the Utah Alternatives to Conviction Track (U-ACT), it involves a combination of possible special incentives, court supervision and involvement, treatment options, and alternatives to penalties or jail/prison time.…
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Past criminal arrests and convictions can wreak havoc with your life. Good employment opportunities can be hard to come by and relationships can be strained. If you want to move on with a clean slate and have a better future, you may be able to have some criminal records expunged (erased from your record) as if they never happened.…
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When you have been released from custody after an arrest or conviction of a crime, most individuals are put on probation. Depending on your prior crimes and behavior, terms of probation can vary, from paying fines or restitution, doing community services, or not getting in any more trouble for a period of time.…