DUI Field Sobriety Tests: Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus

When you are pulled over on suspicion of a DUI in Utah the police officer usually conducts Field Sobriety Tests. One of the test the police officers will use is the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) test. As Utah DUI Lawyers with offices in Salt Lake City and Ogden, Utah, we have the experience to fully assess your Field Sobriety Tests to know if they were performed correctly. There are standards that a police officer Read More

Facebook and Divorce in Utah

What are the affects of Facebook on divorce in Utah? What you post on Facebook can hurt your divorce especially if it involves children and custody. There are some things you should remember when you are going through a divorce and the use and enjoyment of Facebook. People that you think that would not look at your Facebook will. Remember that what you post on Facebook can pretty much be read by anyone. Post Read More

Utah Child Custody Considerations

What do the courts in Utah look at or consider in a child custody trial? The Utah statute on point it Utah Code Annotated 30-3-10. This statute outlines how divorce attorneys in Utah should argue a child custody case in family law court before a Commissioner. Some considerations include; The past conduct and demonstrated moral standards of each of the parties Which parent is most likely to act in the best interest Read More

Recording Conversations in Divorce

Recording Phone Calls In a contested, divorce always assume that any statement you make is recorded. This includes telephone calls and answering machine messages. Do not say or do anything that you would not want a court to know about. In most states it is legal to record any conversation that you are involved in.  Such recordings are admissible in Court. However, it is a felony to record a conversation in which you Read More

Women facing divorce in Utah need an attorney on their side

Whether you’re considering to end your marriage or in the process of filing for a divorce, you may find yourself standing in the middle of unknown territory. Of course, you can have all the support that you need, that is, if you have several friends, colleagues and family members to turn to. They may also offer lots of recommendations about which divorce lawyers to hire in Salt Lake City. What’s more, some of them Read More

What is the best time to file bankruptcy in Utah?

What is the best time to file bankruptcy? This is a great question. One factor to consider are whether you have an urgent situation that is imminent like a garnishment. Another, and often more severe factor to consider is your tax filing status. What you are trying to avoid here is the bankruptcy trustee taking your tax refund. Most people that qualify for a Chapter 7 will have a tax refund. How much of your tax Read More

Mother’s Rights in Divorce in Utah

There are a lot of commercials out there for "Father's Rights" when it comes to divorce. Mothers are just as important when it comes to parenting and in some cases are more crucial. At Arnold, Wadsworth & Coggins Attorneys we recognize that if there are two positive influencing parents in a child's life that child is better off. We are here to help you through your divorce to make sure you get what you deserve Read More

Women’s Divorce in Utah

Is Child Custody affected by who files first? The answer for women facing divorce in Utah is no. It does not matter who files first for divorce in Utah. It will not affect custody. What will affect custody is the positive or negative role that you play in your children's life. At Arnold, Wadsworth & Coggins Attorneys, we have represented women in highly contested divorces that involve assets and custody of Read More

Women’s Rights: Female Divorce Lawyer

At Arnold, Wadsworth & Coggins Attorneys, we know that going through a child custody or divorce proceedings can be difficult. We also know that there are attorneys out there that claim to be just for men and their rights. The truth is that the law is the law. We have creative ways that enable women in Utah to be able to afford an attorney through their divorce process including deferment of fees until the divorce Read More

Child Custody in case of Divorce

Child Custody Lawyers Child Custody is probably the most important issue in any divorce or post divorce. The time with your children and custody of them is what means the most. Child Custody in Utah can be a complicated and emotional roller coaster. We have the experience you need to be able to help you with your custody legal process. Utah Child Custody Utah Code Annotated 30-3-10 is titled Custody of children in Read More