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Non-Competition Agreements

There are a lot of misconceptions about non-competition agreements. You might have heard that they are impossible to enforce, or even that they are unenforceable altogether. This conventional wisdom is only partially correct. Non-competition agreements are governed by Utah statute. Utah Code §34-51-101 et. seq. The pertinent part of the statute includes the following: 34-51-201 [...]

July 21st, 2017 | Read More

Slip and Fall

Slip and Fall at the Mall

A slip and fall accident can drastically change your life in an instant. When you or a loved one suffers from a slip and fall, it's important to work with a Utah personal injury lawyer. That way, you can get the compensation that you deserve. Your attorney knows how to document your losses. They are [...]

July 18th, 2017 | Read More

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Injured While Walking The National Park Trails: Who’s Liable?

When people head out to enjoy a beautiful day hiking in the Utah national parks, they don't think that an accident can happen to them. If the worst happens, it can be frightening. When a person is injured in a Utah national park, they might assume that there is nothing they can do to recover [...]

July 14th, 2017 | Read More

Child in Car seat

Car Seat Safety – Follow the Rules to keep your children safe

Car accidents are the most common cause of death in small children, which is why car seats are the most important thing in a car carrying a child. Car seats save lives. When a child wears a seat belt only, their chance of being killed in an accident increases by more than 28%. Child safety [...]

July 7th, 2017 | Read More

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Tips to Stay Safe at a Waterpark

Do you and your family members enjoy waterparks? Water parks can be a fun and exciting place for the entire family. However, enjoying a waterpark means staying safe. Although lifeguards and fantastic and can help you avoid a dangerous situation or a visit with a Utah personal injury attorney after an incident has occurred, they [...]

June 30th, 2017 | Read More

4th of July

4th of July

From Howard Lewis & Petersen, PC, we wish everyone a wonderful and safe 4th of July. The attorneys at Howard Lewis & Petersen, PC have a long history of military service.       Jackson Howard. Founding partner. 0-6 Captain in the United States Navy. Don Petersen. Founding partner. United States Army.   John Valentine. [...]

June 30th, 2017 | Read More

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Personal Injury Settlements -June 2017

$550,000 Plus in Personal Injury Settlements June 2017 June 2017 the personal injury lawyers at Howard Lewis & Petersen, PC obtained settlements or verdicts in excess of $550,000 for injured clients. When hiring a personal injury attorney it is imperative to hire an experienced personal injury attorney in Provo, Utah. You will get better results.

June 26th, 2017 | Read More

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Benefits of Mediation

If you aren’t a lawyer, the thought of a lawsuit most likely conjures images of a jury trial, which is an understandably daunting and perhaps even terrifying idea to many people. In reality, however, the vast majority of cases settle without ever going to trial. There are many tools that attorneys can use to help [...]

June 8th, 2017 | Read More

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2017 Memorial Day

Howard Lewis & Petersen, PC would like to thank all those who serve and have previously served in our military this Memorial Day. We are a Law Firm deeply rooted in the service of the United States Military and will always remember and honor those who have fallen. United States Navy.  Founder Jackson Howard. United [...]

May 30th, 2017 | Read More

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Copyright Infringement

Hopefully you have never received notice that your Internet Provider has received a subpoena regarding your IP (Internet Protocol) address. If you have, this likely means that you faced, or are facing a potential copyright infringement claim. When you receive that notice, naturally the question becomes what to do about it. Should you respond to [...]

May 25th, 2017 | Read More