Many different lawsuits, from personal injury to business damages, rely on the ability of the jury to clearly understand the facts, issues, and ramifications of a case. Using an expert witness as part of the case presentation is an excellent way to add credence to a particular argument, give a clear explanation of a complicated…
During a lawsuit, a deposition is a chance for the lawyers of each side to ask parties questions under oath to learn more about what they think and what they’re likely to say at trial. Depositions happen shortly after written discovery, allowing time for the attorneys to review submitted materials and are generally conducted in…
As a business owner, you purchase various types of business insurance to try and mitigate your risk and exposure. This lets you focus on growing your business without constantly worrying that one lawsuit will drain your coffers. Therefore, you expect, when sued, that insurance will cover the costs of your lawsuit as well as any…
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a mechanism by which concerned citizens can request specific information regarding the running of government. The federal government, federal agencies, and others that receive federal funding are obligated, with certain exceptions, to disclose information upon request. For state agencies, the Utah Government Records Access and Management Act gives…
If you’ve been involved in business litigation in Utah, you know how time-consuming and stressful the legal process can be. You and your employees are expected to appear multiple times for depositions and trial and these appearances can stretch into multiple days for complex or hard-fought cases. Further, your company resources are being used to…
Many businesses now keep records that are almost completely digital, meaning that they are saved on computers or in the cloud and can, by accident or intentionally, be erased at the push of a button. However, a business that is facing or involved in litigation needs to put a digital information preservation strategy in place.…
Business owners often seek to represent their business in court. Attorneys can be expensive and, especially for minor issues, self-representation may seem like the best course. This could backfire on a business and it may even be illegal, especially when handling litigation where larger sums of money or specific types of issues are in dispute.…
From time to time, different Utah agencies choose to audit businesses in the state. Audits are conducted by a number of different state agencies looking into various different aspects of your businesses. They serve as a routine way for the agency to check and ensure your business, as a sample of the state’s businesses, is…
Businesses often grow by bringing in shareholders. Close corporations often bring in family members, close friends, valued employees, and others close to the corporation while larger businesses go through the securities filing process and sell shares in their corporation to the general public. The individuals who buy or earn shares, regardless of how few, become…
Contracts are central to any business. They outline agreements with suppliers, employees, customers, property owners, contractors, and many others. As a business owner, you probably interact with and sign contracts on a daily basis, yet rarely think about what happens should some portion of the agreement become a problem and the language of the contract…