There's no reason that divorce has to be a long, complicated process. One way to make a divorce a lot less painful is to go through mediation. Domestic mediation is a way of negotiating a settlement in terms of the divorce. See how mediation can be beneficial to both parties.
Read more: Divorce in Utah: Reasons Why You Should Be Considering Mediation
Visitation rights are a common topic in family law. A court may award these rights to the non-custodial parent during a divorce. The purpose of issuing this order is to allow the child to maintain a relationship with the parent. The child visitation schedule will list the specific terms of the agreement. Yet, there are certain aspects of these orders you need to understand to be fully informed.…
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Putting a relative into a nursing facility is a hard decision to make. As a caring family member, you want to ensure that your relative gets the best care possible. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse is prevalent across the United States. Organizations that engage in this activity betray the public's trust. Due to this, the law provides recourse for those who suffer such harm. Learn more about this form of elder abuse so that you can recognize this activity and take legal action.…
When you receive an inheritance, it can seem like your lucky day. Yet, you may find that your luck runs out when the IRS becomes involved. It can come as a surprise to some that an inheritance is subject to taxation. This includes property received through a transfer on death account. As a creator or recipient of a transfer on death account, there are some important considerations.…
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As with anywhere, relationship problems are always a possibility in the state of Utah. Yet, not every relationship ends on the same note. Some may even linger on with threats of harm or physical violence. Those who are subjected to this behavior need some sort of protection to cut off the other party and continue on with their lives. Protective orders offer this type of protection. Find out how to qualify for a protective order, and what it means for your future.…
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The foster care system plays an important role in the area of family law. Current foster parents (and aspiring ones) have a lot of questions about the process. One of the most common concerns revolves around the compensation process. In fact, there is a long history of funding methods that have made the foster care system possible. Learn about the economic support systems behind child welfare programs.…
Read more: Foster Parenting: A Few Clarifications On Foster Care Funding
When it comes to arbitration, there are both positives and negatives. Determining whether it has a good result depends on the goals of the participants. For some, the touted benefits of arbitration may actually be a downside. Likewise, some negatives may not actually be that bad at all. Learn about both the pros and cons of the process to find out if it is right for you.…
Read more: A Look at the Two Sides of an Arbitration Proceeding
Child custody issues are never easy. In some cases, a custody order is modifiable due to changed circumstances. When this need arises, many parents wonder how the child's wishes factor into the request. After all, the main focus is on the well-being of the child. See how much leeway the court will give to the child's wishes.…
Read more: A Look at the Child in Child Custody Modifications
No one likes planning for end of life law issues, but it is a necessary thing to do. The process can become overwhelming when you consider all the decisions you'll make. One of the most important decisions you'll have to confront early on is who will act as your executor.…
Read more: How to Pick the Right Person to Be the Executor of Your Will