In a series of ongoing posts, we've been examining how those who find themselves in the unexpected position of being able to leave a not insubstantial amount to a favorite charity need to carefully consider all of the their options, including the creation of a...
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Month: July 2017
Rule 26 disclosures
Rule 26 disclosures I'm sure many of you have run into problems, as I have, with the adequacy of disclosures under the new Rule 26. It seems that where the rule says "summary of expected testimony," see Utah R. Civ. P. 26(a)(1)(A)(ii), or "summary of opinions," see...
Developments in the economic loss rule
It looks like the Utah Supreme Court has abrogated fraud and other intentional torts as exceptions to the economic loss rule in Utah. An associate attorney and I at our office have been defending a fraud claim that is based upon obligations in a land contract. The...
Bean companies talking acquisitions and sales
Beans are a staple ingredient in a vast majority of diets in the United States. Many Utah residents actually grow their own beans in backyard gardens; others purchase various types in stores for making soups, stews and other delicious recipes. In a recent...