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Q: My protective order against my father expired yesterday and it says that he has custody of me but no court or litem said

I wasn't notified that he could just take me, and my guardian ad litem didn't make it sound like he could, I'm 16 and I don't know what to do.

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law for Utah on
Q: Is it ok for a company to bill you and the decide to raise the price 5 times a month later and send another bill?

It's a medical supply store they told me one price billed me roughly a different price and I paid($51). Then sent me a bill ($206) a month later after I paid the full first bill, and just said the bill was supposed to be 257. I don't know if it's an insurance issue or what but I... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law for Utah on
Q: My wife and I own our house. She signed an agreement that I don't agree with, is it binding?

My wife and I own our house. She signed an agreement with a roofing company to replace our roof. I do not want them to do the work. I prefer a different company. Can that agreement be terminated because my signature is not included in the agreement?

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law and Probate for Utah on
Q: Can a spouse automatically inherit the house even if she's not included on the house's title (in the state of Utah)?

Hi,

I have a family member who's scared of being left without a home if her older husband passes away. She asked him about being included in the title, but the husband got strangely defensive about it and wanted to only keep his name on the title.

Where does that leave her?... View More

Kenneth Prigmore
Kenneth Prigmore
answered on Nov 20, 2024

This is a complicated question. In situations like these, details make a difference. Please tell your friend to have a consultation with an Estate Planning attorney. Many of us will talk to you for free.

Here are a few issues that can come up:

Prenuptial Agreement: This is one way...
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0 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Civil Litigation, Elder Law and Products Liability for Utah on
Q: Is there a law stating that a broken device for a disabled person be repaired in a certain amount of time?

Our stairlift broke, my husband and son both have muscular dystrophy. My son cannot manage the stairs without the lift. We have to wait 14 days for a repair man. And we've already paid $900 to have the repair made. It just seems to me that there must be a law to have it repaired in a more... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Utah on
Q: How good are my odds appealing a failure to yield ticket?

MI came to a complete stop but there was an obstruction that made it hard to see a car coming who ended up hitting me as I proceeded forward the other car also had no signs of breaking but I sped up as soon as I saw them to avoid the collision and they still hit my back end...

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Personal Injury for Utah on
Q: My property was stolen in retaliation by an individual that has a potential assault allegation against me, what can I do

This person contacted the authorities last year claiming I had committed a crime and assaulted them. A few days ago, the same individual claiming to be a victim seized an opportunity of crime and trespassed and stole my personal property out of a vehicle on the property. This individual is... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Utah on
Q: Can I quit my job anytime ?

I work at Thuisbezorgd and the employer told me that I have to stay for minimum 3 months to work there. I need some fast money and the fastest way was to work here, because it’s flexible and I can make money pretty easy. So I decided to work here. Also, there is a probatory month which I can quit... View More

Wesley Winsor
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Wesley Winsor
answered on Nov 7, 2024

In Utah, employment is generally considered "at-will," which means that an employee can quit their job at any time without providing a reason or notice, and similarly, an employer can terminate employment at any time, barring any illegal reasons such as discrimination. This principle... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Domestic Violence for Utah on
Q: Will a judge dismiss a cohabitant protective order request

Will a judge dismiss a cohabitant protective order request if the threats of violence occurred 6 months ago even though the harassment from the ex-fiance has been continuing (was getting text messages daily but now just a few times a month) for the past year?

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Utah on
Q: My neighbor has an Airbnb in his basement and wants me to let his clients walk to the back entrance through my property.

Is this a bad idea from a liability perspective? The property is in utah so ice is a reality.

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Utah on
Q: Is there a statue of limitations on an HOA issuing violations in Salt Lake City, Utah?

I own a condo that is part of an HOA. I put new windows in when I bought it in 2018 (I have the receipt). They are tan in color. I have never had a complaint about them in the past six years.

About a month ago I got a notice of a code violation because my 6 year old windows are not dark... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Utah on
Q: Can I take a defensive driving course before paying my ticket to avoid suspension of license?

I currently have 60 driving points from a fty; but I just got a speeding citation of 5 over which will bring me to 95 points, this will suspend my license since I am under 21, and would surpass the 70 point bar. If I took a defensive driving course that would reduce my points by 50 before paying... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Utah on
Q: I stole from multiple stores. Some with security cameras and some without. Will I get arrested?

Only one store caught me leaving and asked to see my bag. I returned the two dresses. The other stores did not follow me out. The store that caught me only has my first name but nothing else. I’m worried I’m going to get arrested.

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Banking for Utah on
Q: Charged with code 76–6-506.3 12/2017. Warrant issued 9/2023. Is there statute of limitations for this? What can I do?

The person that I committed the offense against is not pressing charges. Would it be the financial institution that’s doing it?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Banking for Utah on
Q: Charged in 2017. Utah code 76-6-506.3 and.2. Does Statute of limitations apply? A warrant was put out Sept. 2023
Steve D. Hardin
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Steve D. Hardin
answered on Nov 1, 2024

You will need to change your location to Utah to get a good answer. Right now your question is going to Missouri attorneys and you need a Utah criminal defense attorney to answer your question.

Statues of Limitations are state laws so Utah can and likely does have a different statue of...
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0 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Utah on
Q: Can I get a ticket based off a video taken by a random person?

I was speeding a little bit on a road through a neighborhood. My friends neighbor came over to his house and took pictures of our license plates. He told us to slow down and be safe. He didn’t say anything about the authorities or going to them, but I’m wondering if he did take a video that if... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Utah on
Q: Will I be keeping my house when I get divorced if I purchased it before getting married?

My spouse has lived with me for 6 years and we have been married for 2 and a half years. I purchased my house 7 years ago before we had ever met. Will my house be seen as separate property or marital property? I live in Utah

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