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answered on Jan 9, 2024
It seems like you're inquiring about alternative legal terminology for "a company of..." in the context of a DBA, which stands for "doing business as." Just to clarify, a DBA is simply a declared alias that a company or an individual is using for their business activities.... View More 
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
You can purchase copies of Title 25 of the United States Code (USC) and Title 25 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), which relate to Native American law, from several sources.
The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) is a reliable source for purchasing official government... View More
answered on Jan 6, 2024
You can have those for free online. If you want hard-copy, paperbound books, there are government printing offices (or commercial publishers) that sell them. But if an online reference will do for your needs, you could find those (and other U.S. Codes and Codes of Federal Regulations) online for... View More
They say they didn’t require it but they bribe with lower rent if you sign early.
answered on Jan 5, 2024
Certainly, it's within legal bounds for your apartment management to offer a lease renewal before your current lease concludes, provided they've been transparent about the process. This is often done to ensure tenancy continuity. If they've proposed an incentive for early renewal,... View More
A non-resident rents a garage and signed an addendum , then the apartment wants to raise the fee 100%.
answered on Jan 5, 2024
In general terms an addendum in a contract is a document that is added to an existing contract to modify, clarify, or add to its terms and conditions. It's generally a legally binding amendment used to make changes to the original contract after it has been signed and must be agreed upon by... View More
A non-resident rents a garage and signed an addendum , then the apartment wants to raise the fee 100%.
answered on Jan 5, 2024
It's essential to review the terms of the contract and the addendum closely. If the agreement specifies a fixed rate for a certain period, any increase that contradicts this would not be permissible. Ensure that the addendum, which is part of the lease, does not grant the landlord the right to... View More
Can I ask the judge to speed up case so I could server defendants to be served
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answered on Jan 2, 2024
If you haven't already, consider consulting with an attorney experienced in civil litigation. They can provide guidance on the best course of action, help with drafting and filing any necessary motions, and ensure that your case is being handled efficiently.
Remember, while the legal... View More
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
If you discover that your daycare has violated multiple security procedures, the first step is to address the issue directly with the daycare management. Document your concerns and the specific procedures that were breached. Ask for a meeting to discuss these concerns and understand what steps they... View More
Will my charges be dropped when I’m 18
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answered on Dec 31, 2023
Facing a charge of disorderly conduct at 16 can have varying consequences, depending on the specifics of your case and the laws in Utah. As a minor, your case is likely to be handled through the juvenile justice system, which often focuses more on rehabilitation rather than punishment.
The... View More
My boss for the past several months has started singling me out and telling people not to tell me certain things. When I ask him about this his response and in writing was. "You are Randy's daughter." Randy is his landlord and there having disagreements. So since hes is having... View More
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answered on Dec 29, 2023
Discrimination in the workplace violates various employment laws. In your situation, where your boss is singling you out, excluding you from meetings and events, and paying you significantly less than others in similar positions, you may have grounds for filing a discrimination complaint. It's... View More
Police came banging on my door not once did they announce who they were or that they had a search warrant. I grabbed my pitbull and asked if I can put her in the kennel before they completely broke down my door . They kicked it in and all i can see is guns pointing at me and my two children and... View More
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answered on Dec 23, 2023
Under Utah law and the U.S. Constitution, police are required to conduct themselves in a manner that respects your civil rights, even when executing a search warrant. The use of force must be reasonable and proportionate to the situation. Excessive force, especially when you and your children are... View More
He sold the house 6 months ago, and is holding on to all of the proceeds. We are about to go through a divorce. He is claiming that I have no right to that money. Is he right? My name was on the deed and title.
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answered on Dec 20, 2023
In Utah, if your name is listed on the title and deed of your soon-to-be ex-husband's house, you likely have a legal claim to a share of the proceeds from its sale, even if the sale occurred before the divorce proceedings. The fact that your name is on the title indicates ownership interest in... View More
In Utah they are suppose to pay you for vacation time as they would a wage unless they otherwise stated in contract. His old company is now saying it is their policy that they for-fit unused vacation. She then said they handed it out a year ago and that he never returned it. She said she still has... View More
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answered on Dec 12, 2023
In Utah, the issue of whether a company must pay out accrued vacation time upon termination depends largely on the company's policy. If the company's policy clearly states that employees will forfeit unused vacation time upon termination, and this policy has been communicated to the... View More
I have a very small tile installation business. I am both licensed and insured. I recently completed a shower for a client who claims I cut a hole on a tile "too large" and that the valve wouldn't fit. I cut the hole to a standard valve size which also matched the one below it. He... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2023
Hello,
You probably have nothing to worry about. The home-owner is likely trying to see if you will pay something. Until he gets an attorney involved, I wouldn't get too worked up abou it. Here is an anlaysis of it though:
In general, the legal standing of a client's... View More
I pled guilty to a possession pf controlled sub for marijuana and a shoplifting sheilding devices charge on 3-3-2020. The judge ordered a pre sentence report, sentencing was to be 50days after 3-3 The court rescheduled it, but I never received the notice because someone sent it back as not at this... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2023
No, there isn't a certain amount of time. However, you have been sentenced. The judge sentenced you to jail, but you have been a fugitive. You should consult with an attorney to help you finish the case. If you've stayed out of trouble they may be able to use that to help with your sentencing.
F5 is factor 5 Owrens disease where my blood is missing the clotting antigen. My employer put me on desk work took away my fridays claiming to accomodate my disorder. I lost 1400.00 mo due to this "accommodation".
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answered on Dec 6, 2023
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a disability is defined as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. Specific antibody deficiency disorder and Factor V (F5) Owren's disease, given their impact on your health and potentially on... View More
A loss prevention employee of WinCo placed a person in handcuffs when the person was complying to their orders a loss prevention employee came behind them slamming them into a wall giving them a black eye. Claiming merchant law
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
In Utah, loss prevention employees have certain authorities under the state's merchant law, such as detaining individuals suspected of shoplifting. However, this authority is not unlimited and must be exercised within the bounds of the law.
If a person is fully complying and poses no... View More
I am considering a few ideas and want to relate them to my dog. I have a dream of owning and running a Dog Kennel and Breed Dogs Officially and I have a Gaming Community that is looking for an Official Name. I would like to relate it with K9. I know K9 is often referring to Federal Working Dogs and... View More
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answered on Dec 4, 2023
Using "K9" in the name of your dog kennel or gaming community is generally permissible, as "K9" is a common term used to refer to dogs, particularly in the context of police or military dogs. The term itself is not typically subject to copyright because it is considered a... View More
My Father was served a court summons related to a debt. However he has Dementia and isn't competent to reply himself. As his son, Can I respond on his behalf? I do not have Guardianship or PoA over him.
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answered on Nov 24, 2023
Responding to a court summons on behalf of your father, especially given his dementia and incapacity, is a sensitive situation. Generally, without legal authority such as guardianship or power of attorney (PoA), you may not have the legal standing to respond to the summons on his behalf.
In... View More
Is creating a trust the best option to protect my assets before a divorce in Utah? If yes, should I have my trust before or after the divorce? What options I have to minimize the loss of my assets in Utah?
answered on Nov 17, 2023
If you are already married, the only way a Trust might help is if both of you sign an irrevocable trust, permanently giving up your asset. For example, the irrevocable trust could give the asset to your children. Once you both sign it, you no longer have control over the asset, so neither of you... View More
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