Orem Civil Litigation Lawyers

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Litigation Lawyers in Orem

In Orem, Utah, "civil litigation" refers to the legal procedures involved in resolving legal disputes that do not include allegations of criminal conduct. Either public or private entities can be involved.

Civil litigation courts in Orem, Utah serves a few purposes. However, it is not intended to place moral blame on people who have done wrong, or to punish them for their bad acts.

Civil litigation in Orem, Utah is instead meant to ensure that the victims of wrongdoing are, whenever possible, given tangible compensation for the costs associated with the harm they suffered. This typically means requiring the culpable party to pay the plaintiff a sum of money. However, other forms of relief, such as injunctions (a court order compelling a person to do something, or to stop doing something) are sometimes available, and more appropriate.

Common subjects of civil litigation in Orem, Utah

Virtually anything can be the subject of civil litigation in Orem, Utah. After all, a legal wrong can be committed in just about any example imaginable. But, relatively few areas give rise to civil litigation most often in Orem, Utah.

Employment: Employers and employees in Orem, Utah have an unique relationship. It can be a major source of friction. When disputes involving wages, discrimination, or on-the-job injuries arise, civil litigation is a very strong possibility if the parties cannot resolve their disagreement amicably.

Personal Injury: When someone is hurt due to the negligence (carelessness) of another, they typically have a legal right to seek compensation for their injuries. Civil litigation in Orem, Utah is the typically how people seek compensation for physical injuries, including compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and similar losses.

Family: Family relations in Orem, Utah can be a source of serious friction, as you may already know. The most serious disputes typically come up during and after a divorce, and often involve disagreements over the distribution of marital property, child custody, and child or spousal support.

How Can a Orem, Utah Lawyer Help?

In Orem, Utah, civil litigation is rarely easy or simple. It also never happens at a time that's fitting for anybody involved.

Accordingly, it's a good idea to at least speak with an Orem, Utah civil litigation attorney if you think that you might be involved in civil litigation in the near future.

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Life in Orem

Orem, Utah is a city of about 93,000 people, located in Utah County.

Orem has nicknamed itself "Family City USA," and, living up to this moniker, it was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the 10 best places in the United States to raise a family. Orem, Utah was named after Martin C. Orem, a railroad magnate who operated a railroad in the area, and served as an early catalyst for its economic growth. Orem was formally incorporated as a town in 1919.

For most of its history, Orem was a small agricultural community. However, the years following World War Two saw booms in the nation's economy, population, and standard of living. This led to a huge amount of farm land giving way to residential developments.

Modernly, Orem, Utah's economy is largely based around Utah Valley University, which is the second-largest public university in Utah, with over 28,000 undergraduates. Orem is also home to many local businesses, as well as regional offices of larger corporations, creating a varied job market.

If you live in Orem, Utah and need an attorney, you're in luck. There's probably at least one Orem, Utah lawyer who can handle your particular legal issue, no matter what area of law is involved. If you need legal advice, you should contact an Orem, Utah lawyer immediately.

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