child protection

How to Challenge a “Supported Findings”

Substantiation Hearing on Supported Findings Have you been contacted by a Utah Child Protection Services worker? Are you being accused of child abuse, child sex abuse or neglect? A supported finding of child abuse by the State of Utah carries serious collateral consequences. Here is how to challenge a “Supported Finding” of child abuse in [...]

January 17th, 2018 | Read More

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road rage

Road Rage – A Dangerous Road to Drive

UTAH CAR ACCIDENT ATTORNEY JAKE GUNTER.  CALL/TXT (801) 373-6345.  LET HIS 20 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE WORK FOR YOU It's natural to get a little bit antsy when you’re on the road, especially for long trips. However, there's a huge difference between getting a little exasperated with other drivers and experiencing true road rage. Road rage occurs [...]

January 11th, 2018 | Read More

Sean M. Petersen appointment as Commissioner

Sean M. Petersen has been appointed by the Fourth District and Juvenile Court judges to serve as a domestic relations and juvenile court commissioner. He was sworn in as a commissioner on January 8, 2018, with a formal ceremony to follow later. Mr. Petersen replaces Commissioner Joshua Faulkner, who is returning to private practice. Mr. [...]

January 8th, 2018 | Read More

night driving

Burning the Midnight Hour? How stay safe while Driving at Night

UTAH CAR ACCIDENT ATTORNEY JAKE GUNTER.  CALL/TXT (801) 373-6345.  LET HIS 20 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE WORK FOR YOU Driving at night can be very dangerous. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to reduce the danger posed by being on the road in the dark. Below are three ways to keep the road safer [...]

January 4th, 2018 | Read More

poor lighting

How Poor Lighting Can Cause Accidents

UTAH CAR ACCIDENT ATTORNEY JAKE GUNTER.  CALL/TXT (801) 373-6345.  LET HIS 20 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE WORK FOR YOU How Poor Lighting Can Cause Accidents Most of us take for granted that the places we go to will have adequate lighting. We just assume that all public places will be largely safe. However, that is just not [...]

December 29th, 2017 | Read More

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Happy Holidays

Howard, Lewis & Petersen, PC wishes everyone Happy Holidays. Thank you for all your support. Howard, Lewis & Petersen, PC 2017 Christmas Party, held on 12/22/2017 at the Riverside Country Club in Provo, Utah.

December 27th, 2017 | Read More

pedestrian

Intersection Accidents – Pedestrians vs Cars

Consulting an experienced attorney is critical if an inattentive or impaired motorist is to be held accountable after injuring a pedestrian. Swift action is required since recovery can often hinge upon evidence that is essentially perishable. Eyewitness memories can fade or be influenced by insurance investigators. Phone numbers and addresses from police reports can become [...]

December 22nd, 2017 | Read More

winter weather

Auto Accidents Caused by Winter Weather

Winter weather can cause a car accident in several ways: by impairing visibility, reducing traction and stability, as well as negatively affecting traffic, for starters. Whenever possible, avoid driving on wet, icy, or slick roads. If you must drive, make sure to act responsibly and practice proper caution. If winter weather and poor road conditions [...]

December 15th, 2017 | Read More