Driving In Utah? What You Need To Know About Their DUI Laws

Posted on: 9 February 2018

If you're going to be in Utah and you plan on drinking while you're there, it's crucial that you understand the state's DUI laws. They're among the most stringent in the United States. Being pulled over for a suspected DUI, and blowing high – having a high blood alcohol content on the breathalyzer test – will land you in jail. Unfortunately, if you're not aware of Utah's DUI laws, you may drink and not even realize that you're going to exceed the legal limit.
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Damages For Sexual Abuse Injury Claim, And Who Should Pay Them

Posted on: 26 January 2018

Aside from facing a criminal case, a sexual abuse perpetrator may also face a civil case (in pursuit of injury damages) from the victim. If you are pursuing such a case, here are some of the damages you should include in your quest: Physical Injury Although sexual abuse doesn't always involve physical injuries, some do result in physical injuries, and it is not just about rape. For example, you can get injured if a sexual predator slaps you or pushes you; you can even get injured while trying to run away from the perpetrator.
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Nursing Home Abuse Is A Growing Problem: Proactive Advice To Help You Protect Your Loved Ones

Posted on: 12 January 2018

Instances of all types of nursing home abuse are a growing problem. Reports of negligence, mistreatment, theft, medical malpractice, and even sexual and physical abuse arise all too frequently in facilities of all sizes. While most nursing homes have policies in place to try and keep their residents safe from all types of abuse and mistreatment, the problem is compounded by the fact that elderly or disabled residents may be unable to report or ward off attempts to mistreat them.
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Is It True Your Ex Can Use Your Mental Illness To Request Supervised Visitation?

Posted on: 6 January 2018

About 1 out of every 5 Americans struggle with mental illness, and the stigma surrounding it is often a source of trouble for those affected. If you're in a custody battle with your ex and you suffer from mental illness, one unfortunate thing that can happen is your ex can use your condition to obtain a supervised visitation order against you. Here's how this can happen and what you can do to defend against it.
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