Chain-reaction vehicle crashes, in which a single car crash leads to multiple successive crashes, can be frightening and overwhelming. These types of accidents are common in Utah due to weather conditions, traffic congestion, and distracted drivers. Knowing how to handle this kind of incident can protect both your personal safety and your legal rights. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help…[...]
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Updated on November 17, 2025 Utah's statute of limitations is crucial for anyone considering legal action to understand. Whether you're dealing with a personal injury, a contract dispute, or another legal issue, knowing how this legal concept works can make a significant difference in your case. Here’s what you need to know, explained in a reader-friendly way. (more…)[...]
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Accidents can happen in an instant, often with life-altering consequences. However, many of these incidents are preventable if drivers adhere to key safety practices. By following these five essential tips, you can significantly reduce your risk of being involved in an accident and ensure the safety of yourself and others on the road. (more…)[...]
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For many, receiving a jury summons can provoke mixed feelings. It’s understandable; the idea of serving on a jury can seem burdensome or intimidating. However, jury duty in Utah is a fundamental aspect of our justice system, ensuring that peers—people like you—have a say in the outcomes of trials. At Nelson Jones, we respect the process and want to help…[...]
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Experiencing a personal injury can be an overwhelming and confusing time. Understanding the essential steps to take immediately after a personal injury can make all the difference in ensuring your rights are protected and you receive the compensation you deserve. (more…)[...]
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Life's uncertainties often come with their fair share of stress. For many, being embroiled in a legal battle, whether it's personal injury, family related, criminal, or other legal situations, can be overwhelming. It's not just about the intricacies of the law. It's about the sleepless nights, the constant questions, the emotional toll, and the strain on our daily lives. (more…)[...]
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Navigating the legal landscape can be daunting, and finding the right attorney is crucial to achieving a favorable outcome in your case. The attorney you select should not only have expertise in the pertinent area of law but should also be committed to helping you understand and navigate the legal processes involved. This guide will help you understand how to…[...]Continue Reading
SOCIAL MEDIA AND LIMITS ON OFFICER’S FIRST AMENDMENT SPEECH The First Amendment reads: "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances." (more…)[...]Continue Reading
In our digital age, balancing public safety with the 4th Amendment's protections is a nuanced endeavor. As law enforcement professionals, we're at the crossroads of being protectors and defenders of constitutional rights. Navigating this landscape requires a steadfast commitment to our foundational principles. Let's revisit and recommit to our oath in these modern times. The Fourth Amendment reads: (more…)[...]Continue Reading
Representative Kay Christofferson, with Governor Cox’s support, continues to push and expand 2022 HB 104, which was passed in 2022 and is found in Utah Code Ann. section 63A-17-301. This bill, subject to some limitations, made all state supervisory employees, with the exception of Christofferson’s preferred carve-outs, at-will employees. At-will employees lose their career service status and their due process…[...]Continue Reading
