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Statutory Analysis VS Case Law Analysis in Utah

There are several different methods that Salt Lake city attorneys can use to analyze and interpret laws. The two that we’re going to focus on here are Statutory and Case Law. These two methods are related to each other but are entirely different in their nature. Knowing the difference between these methods is important, you […]

How to Find a Good Utah Attorney

There are more than 7,300 attorneys actively practicing law in the state of Utah. Attorney ads hang from billboards and cover the front pages of newspapers and telephone books. With so many choices, it can be difficult to sift through the information to find a good Utah attorney. Any attorney can pay to place an […]

Consequences of Domestic Violence Conviction

A conviction for a domestic violence crime carries more direct, indirect and collateral consequences than a conviction for any other offense. Domestic violence convictions carry serious and often life-long consequences that may significantly affect your personal rights and privileges, family life and career. Criminal Penalties: In Utah, a felony domestic violence conviction carries a possible […]

Domestic Violence v. Assault: What’s the Difference?

Assault is a misdemeanor criminal offense in the State of Utah. Domestic violenceis not an independent criminal offense but an enhancement to other crimes of violence. Pursuant to Utah Code Ann. §76-5-102, a person is guilty of assault if he/she uses unlawful force or violence, threatens to use unlawful force or violence or attempts to […]

What Legal Ramifications is Aaron Hernandez Facing?

The NFL is no stranger to controversy. Since the Ravens took home the victory in Super Bowl XLVII on February 3 of this year, 27 players have been arrested and charged with a range of crimes, from public intoxication to attempted murder. One of the latest names to add to this list is Aaron Hernandez, […]