Fatal car accidents are an extreme tragedy that hopefully most of us never have to deal with in our lifetimes. Unfortunately, we know that some people will meet this grim prospect head-on, and it is important that they have the information they need to make informed decisions about what steps they need to take next. [...]
At the beginning of opening your business, it's necessary to do a great deal of preparation. This involves getting all the right forms to fill out and having the proper documentation. This is far from being a simple process. For this reason, it's a good idea to seek out the assistance of a business attorney [...]
Car accidents in parking lots occur more often than you might think, and sometimes they are critical. Fortunately, most drivers proceed slowly in parking lots; therefore, car accidents are rarely fatal. On the other hand, automobiles are driving in multiple directions, making right of way and who should be held liable for an accident challenging [...]
Business formation decisions offer key moments with far-reaching ripple effects of legal consequences. This is especially true when deciding on the best Utah limited business partnerships to create. Forming business agreements is best conducted with specialized legal oversight from Provo business attorneys. As you gather information, you’ll be better equipped to embark on the best [...]
Teenage drivers are far more likely to be the victim of a car crash than somebody who has been driving for 30 years. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 2,400 teens died and another 258,000 were injured in motor vehicle crashes in 2019. According to the Utah Department of Public [...]
As a small business with intellectual property, you need to protect yourself and your business. Whether your intellectual property is a poem, recipe, invention, or name, you own it because you thought of it. Protecting this property is of the utmost importance because not doing so can cause you to lose out on money, your [...]
In Utah, if a car accident occurs and someone is injured or killed, the liability for the damage falls on the shoulders of those responsible for the vehicle crash. Proving who is at fault is easier when a person can gather the appropriate evidence to help. How Liability Works in Utah Auto Accidents In Utah, [...]
Is It Possible for a Business Owner to Protect His or Her Interests in a Divorce? Yes, it is legally possible, but it takes some planning ahead. The best way is to have a prenuptial agreement before actually marrying. Ideally, you ought to obtain the best lawyer prior to getting married and have him or [...]
What are Pain and Suffering Damages? Suing for damages has many implications. Damages such as loss of wages, loss of employment, and medical bills can be calculated to a specific dollar amount. However, damages such as pain and suffering cannot be calculated easily, because there is no way of doing so. Victims of pain and [...]
Common Utah Business Disputes When you first start your business, you're dreamy-eyed, excited, full of hope, confident, excited, and perhaps a teensy-bit scared to death. The thought of both success and failure keeps you up at night. At Howard Lewis & Petersen, we congratulate all business owners for striking out and daring to make their [...]
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