Back in the day it was not uncommon for important business dealings to be sealed with a handshake. This usually followed a verbal agreement between two parties that was intended as an oral contract. Although the parties to these verbal agreements may have intended well, what happened when one side failed to meet its obligation?
Most people think of probate as a long, drawn-out process. This isn't always the case. A probate lawyer will tell you that it depends on the type of probate. Under Utah law, an estate can be probated formally or informally.
If you've recently purchased a home, you're likely coming across decisions regarding insurance. Most people are aware that they need some type of home insurance policy. However, a lot of new home buyers aren't quite sure what it means.
At some point, small business owners come across a difficult decision: whether to close down the business. The decision to do so might be related to financial difficulties, or personal life changes. The problem is that shutting down a business is just as complicated as starting one.
For many people, having a roommate can be both financially and emotionally rewarding. Yet, in some cases the roommate relationship turns sour. This may be due to personality conflicts, or a failure to live up to economic obligations.
Dealing with child custody issues is never an easy process. It gets even harder when a parent's living situation changes. Sometimes a parent needs to move to a different area for a job opportunity, or for familial obligations. When this happens, the relocation can cause problems for the current child custody order.
Anyone who owns rental properties has probably thought about using an LLC to manage them. Property owners see this as a way to insulate themselves from liability, and to keep their business operations separate from their personal matters.
Numerous research studies show that seniors are usually happier and live longer when they have a pet. Pets can make great companions, and they give the senior something to think about instead of their own troubles.
Utah’s legal system has been carefully crafted to protect its citizens and maintain order. There are numerous titles in the Utah code that address almost every possible situation that can arise.
Living in different states can make co-parenting arrangements and visitation schedules difficult for unmarried or divorced parents.
If you become disabled, then you may want to apply for Social Security Insurance (SSI). While you may need the money to survive, the process of getting on SSI is not easy.
A career in real estate sales can be personally satisfying and financially rewarding. However, it also comes with a long list of legal responsibilities. When an agent strays away from ethical and fiduciary duties it means trouble.