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America’s favorite sport is back. Football is a sport where two teams compete to advance a ball into the opponent’s end zone through strategy, athleticism, and physical contact. Played across the nation, it is popular among youth, with millions of young athletes participating each year. Football, however, is physically demanding. Tackles, blocks, collisions, and falls […]
Utah Business magazine recently named Christensen & Jensen shareholder Barry Scholl to its 2026 Legal Elite list for his exceptional work in business and corporate governance. Each year, legal professionals across the state carefully select attorneys who demonstrate outstanding legal acumen, professional integrity, and a dedication to Utah’s business community. The recognition reflects Barry’s deep […]
Christensen & Jensen is pleased to announce that 15 of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. 2026 Super Lawyers Nathan D. Alder – Top 100 — Alternative Dispute Resolution, Business Litigation, Personal Injury George W. Burbidge — Business Litigation, Professional Liability, Personal Injury Phillip S. Ferguson — Professional […]
When a real estate contract breaks down, the dispute can quickly feel personal. A buyer may believe the seller changed the agreement. A seller may believe the buyer failed to perform. One side may think the other acted in bad faith. But in court, certainty is not enough. Utah real estate purchase contract disputes often […]
We’re proud to announce The Best Lawyers in America 2027 Edition: Nathan D. Alder – Personal Injury Litigation Geoffrey C. Haslam – Product Liability Litigation Each “Lawyer of the Year” is awarded to just one lawyer per practice area and region, making this an extraordinary recognition of their talent and leadership. In addition to the […]
Prosecutors filed criminal charges in over 40,000 cases across Utah between June 2024 and June 2025. Approximately 90% of these cases will resolve in a plea deal, where the defendant agrees to plead in exchange for some benefit from the prosecution. Because plea deals are so common, it can be important for a person charged […]
Different disputes call for different responses. A misread contract clause is not the same as a collapsed business partnership. A one-time payment dispute is different from a workplace relationship that has deteriorated over time. Choosing the right framework can determine whether the outcome lasts or unravels a few months later. At Christensen & Jensen, our […]
In Utah business lawsuits, winning does not automatically mean the other side pays your attorney fees. Before suing, defending, or settling a dispute, businesses should understand when attorney fees may be recoverable under a contract, statute, rule, or recognized exception. Because fees can affect both risk and settlement value, they should be evaluated before major […]
Are Fireworks Banned in Utah for the Fourth of July 2026? Utah is facing extreme wildfire danger heading into the Fourth of July holiday. With major fires already burning, severe drought conditions across the state, and rapidly changing fireworks rules, residents and property owners should understand where fireworks are restricted and what legal consequences may […]
When a business partner starts cutting you out of the company, the shift usually happens in stages. You stop receiving emails, lose access to financial records, get left out of key decisions, or find that passwords and distributions have changed without explanation. Before long, you may still be an owner on paper while lacking real […]