It seems unnecessary to state that nobody wants to get hurt, and no decent person would wish harm upon another. One should always be careful to avoid injury while staying aware of the fact that accidents happen. Years of experience handling personal injury cases here at Esplin Weight have helped us gain a better understanding [...]
It’s 2017, and by now, it has become common practice for lawyers and firms to make use of social media in one way or another (If you haven’t begun using social media yourself, we encourage you to get one board!). Now that the online tools have become commonplace, it’s time to start making sure [...]
Choosing to adopt is a wonderful and exciting decision. However, the adoption process itself is complicated and extensive with a lot of legal red tape. Parents that have come to the decision to adopt should not have to face the system alone. Get ease of mind by learning the important steps to take when [...]
Staying up to date with the latest in criminal law can be difficult. Whether it is finding accurate sources or just lack of time, there is always a better way to stay current on the criminal law world. Here are five Twitter profiles to follow to stay updated on the latest in criminal law. [...]
1. Location Is Everything Unless you are already dead set on a top rated law school, location is one of the first areas to consider. Where you attend law school often has a strong effect on where you eventually will practice. As you progress through your program, students often are required to get more [...]
While there seems to be a stereotype across the country that assumes immigrants become criminals, studies have shown that immigrants are less likely to be charged with a crime than native-born citizens. The incarceration of immigrants among young adults was also lower than the rates among native citizens. However, there are still many U.S. [...]
Meeting with a lawyer for the first time can be intimidating. Vocabulary may be new and confusing, and the nature of the meeting may be different from what you were thinking it might be. Here are some tips on what to expect when you are meeting with one of our lawyers for the first [...]
Back in the days of old western movies, when a person committed a crime, they served their jail sentence and moved on with their lives. These days, for those who commit crimes, jail time could be the least of worries. Consequences for crime can last well beyond the initial punishments issued by the Department of [...]
Child custody cases can be some of the most difficult to resolve during a divorce. Utah law typically favors joint custody; however, a parent can get custody if other factors are presented, and the court decides that single custody is best. In order to gain custody, here are some steps you will need to take. [...]
We often encounter lawyers through television, movies, or personal connections, but understanding what they do can be confusing. Lawyers in all fields deal with meetings and contracts, but their work varies depending on the type of legal practice. We've identified the ten most common legal practices in the United States, highlighting key similarities and [...]