Contracts are all around us. They are the legal documents that govern all sorts of interactions. These documents can be used for cell phone service, a home mortgage and even high-stakes business deals. There's no doubt about it, you've likely been the party to a contract at some point of your life.…
We've all heard of instances of police misconduct. Although the large majority of police officers do their job with justice in mind, there are always a few bad apples. If you've encountered a situation where you believe a police officer acted in an unethical or illegal manner, it can be difficult to know where to turn.…
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Wills are often associated with the process that occurs after a person passes. Many people are not aware that they can create a will that dictates what happens before their final day. Living wills, sometimes called Advance Health Care Directives, help you plan for your own care.…
Whenever a child’s mental or physical health is at stake, the law takes over and allows police and prosecutors to stop the activity. They are able to carry out criminal prosecutions against defendants with the help of the Department of Child and Family Services, and tips from mandatory reporters.…
Going to trial is not the only way to resolve a lawsuit. In fact, there is another solution that is a lot quicker and easier: civil mediation. Despite the benefits of this process, many litigants are unfamiliar with this option. Yet, once they learn of it, they often wonder how the process can benefit them.…
There's no doubt about it, motorcycle accidents can be deadly. At the very least, most motorcyclists suffer some type of serious injury during an accident. Regardless of who is at fault, a motorcycle rider who suffers injuries deserves to be compensated. Yet, figuring out how to do this can be difficult for the average cyclist.…
No two car accidents are ever the same. Yet, it also important to note that not all accidents involve two vehicles. There are several different scenarios that can arise in a vehicle accident. These include accidents involving structures, pedestrians or animals.…
In general, many parents face similar situations in life. One of these situations involves having to leave a child at home unattended. At some point, parents become overwhelmed with work, school or everyday errands. The hectic schedules in most households make it difficult to have an adult at home every second of the day.…
In the state of Utah, when it comes to determining the amount of child support payments the family court makes the final decision. Generally, the court will refer to the state's child support guidelines to order an appropriate amount. The guidelines are intended to make child support fair and uniform across different cases.…