I'm going to esthetician school and want to use the tagline 'where SPF is your BFF' for my social media, printed materials, and future branding. How can I ensure it doesn't violate any existing trademarks in the skincare or cosmetics industry?

I'm a bar owner in Park City and we're handling a large number of open tabs each weekend due to pre-authorizing credit cards and returning them to customers. Many don't close their tabs. We've considered adding an automatic gratuity if the tab isn't closed by the end of the... View More

I have received a petition for divorce and I am concerned about Civil Rule 109, which requires me to disclose my address. I'm hesitant because my spouse has previously stolen from me and stalked me. I haven't taken any legal actions yet regarding these incidents, and I am planning to... View More

In a hypothetical situation in Utah, if someone is involved in a hit and run accident shortly after leaving a bar, can they be charged with a DUI based on camera footage and eyewitness accounts, even without numerical tests like a breathalyzer or blood test? No additional evidence such as bar... View More

William Melton
answered on Mar 19, 2025

Yes, they can be charged. However, it would definitely be a difficult case for the prosecutor to prove. Just because someone is charged with a crime, it doesn't mean the prosecutor can prove it. You should consult with an attorney about the specifics of the case to see what your best options are.

I have been a customer of a major online credit card company that also offers online banking services for several years. Since February, I started facing issues where my password was incorrectly recognized by the app, prompting me to reset it using their website. Previously, resetting a password... View More

I have been working part-time for my employer for 6 months, but recently my employer has been refusing to schedule me without providing a reason. I have not received any feedback or warnings related to my performance. Is my employer within the boundaries of the law to do this?

I am seeking help to remove personal content that has been made public online, which puts my family and me at risk. I have previously attempted to request removal but have been unsuccessful. I cannot afford a lawyer. What are the steps I can take to have this content removed from public view?

I received an engagement ring from my partner six months ago as a promise to be married. We recently broke up and never got legally married or had a wedding. When we ended the relationship, he did not ask about the engagement ring, only about his personal belongings. Although the police reached out... View More

I received an engagement ring as a promise to marry my ex-fiancé, but we broke up after six months without getting legally married or having a wedding. He hasn't asked about the ring but requested other belongings back. I live in Utah, and he lives in California. Do I have to give the... View More

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Wesley Winsor
answered on Mar 14, 2025

Given the ring’s status as a symbol of a promise that didn’t pan out, and since he hasn’t brought it up, you’re not obligated to proactively return it. But if he requests it, the default legal stance in both states leans toward giving it back unless you have a solid reason tied to his fault... View More

I was caught shoplifting at my local grocery store, and the police issued me a citation, which states that I must either pay or schedule an arraignment within 14 days. This is my first time facing any charge, and I'm worried about how this might affect my criminal record and employment. If I... View More

In Utah, is it legal for someone to be pulled over solely because the database erroneously showed they didn't have insurance, even though their insurance was valid? I was stopped with no other reason, received a warning about the insurance, and was issued two tickets for a suspended license... View More

William Melton
answered on Mar 12, 2025

Unfortunately, yes. This is an issue that we see frequently. The cop made a stop in good faith that he believed you were operating the vehicle without insurance. Those databases are wrong all the time, but the Utah Supreme Court has ruled cops may make mistakes and the stop is valid as long as they... View More

I was pulled over because an officer ran my plates and it indicated I didn't have insurance; however, my insurance was valid, and I have proof from my agent. During the stop, the officer informed me that my license was suspended and that I was required to have a breathalyzer in the vehicle,... View More

I am purchasing water rights in Utah, and initially agreed to an addendum where the seller doubled the shares and requested more earnest money, with deadlines set for May last year. The closing was scheduled for March 2025, before the 31st. I went to closing with the cashier's check, but found... View More

I started a business doing 3D scans at comic conventions where I scan people dressed as copyrighted characters, such as Deadpool. I give the scan to the customer after payment and haven't obtained any permissions or agreements regarding the copyrighted characters. I'm trying to determine... View More

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answered on Mar 12, 2025

When you create a 3D scan of someone dressed as a copyrighted character, the rights to the scan become complicated. Generally, the copyright owner of the original character, such as Marvel for Deadpool, retains exclusive rights to reproduce or profit from their intellectual property. Simply... View More

I have been living peacefully in my apartment for 15 years. Recently, new tenants moved in upstairs, and their excessive noise has become unbearable, requiring constant adjustments in our home. Although we contacted management last week about this issue, it has worsened, and they have now stated... View More

The job I used to work at didn’t follow safety regulations properly because part of the job was to bale boxes at a machine but to be allowed to go near or operate the machine you had to be 18 or older otherwise you could get in legal trouble up to even being arrested, I was 17 at the time and my... View More

I am divorced and have a custody order in place. I live in Utah and there is nothing in our court order that requires us to inform each other about who lives in our respective homes. Despite this, my ex-spouse insists that I must provide the names of anyone 18 or older living in my home. This seems... View More

In Weber County, Utah, after a search warrant related to a criminal investigation was executed, how long do law enforcement authorities have to provide a copy of the warrant and the list of seized items? During the search, which took place two days ago, an additional warrant was issued for a swab... View More

During a traffic stop in which I was a passenger, the vehicle was stopped for a suspended license. The officer instructed us to get out of the car and conducted a search without asking for consent or providing a warrant. The officer mentioned the search was due to me scratching myself, which he... View More

I am seeking legal assistance regarding a wrongful wage garnishment related to an old debt associated with a vehicle purchase. The vehicle, a lemon, became inoperable the year I purchased it, and I have not possessed it for well over the statute of limitations period in Utah. Despite this, a debt... View More

Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 7, 2025

You should hire a lawyer to sue the debt collector as you have some pretty substantial damages. Looks like a pretty easy case to prove on your part.

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