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Common matters

• Wrongful Termination

  Utah is an at-will employment state, but that does not mean employers can fire you for any reason. If you were terminated in violation of a contract, public policy, or anti-discrimination law, you may have a claim. We represent both employees who have been wrongfully terminated and employers defending against such claims.

• Whistleblower Claims

  Federal and state law protect employees who report illegal activity, safety violations, or fraud from retaliation. We represent whistleblowers pursuing claims under OSHA, the False Claims Act, Sarbanes-Oxley, and Utah state law — and we represent employers responding to whistleblower allegations.

• Sexual Harassment

  Workplace sexual harassment — whether quid pro quo or a hostile work environment — is illegal under Title VII and Utah law. We represent individuals who have been harassed, as well as businesses navigating harassment complaints, investigations, and liability exposure.

• Sexual Assault & Battery

  When sexual assault occurs in the workplace or in connection with an employment relationship, victims have civil remedies beyond the criminal process. We pursue civil claims on behalf of survivors and advise employers on liability, response obligations, and risk mitigation.

• Discrimination

  Discrimination based on race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics is prohibited under Title VII, the ADA, the ADEA, and Utah law. We represent employees who have faced discrimination and employers defending against discrimination charges before the EEOC and in court.

• Retaliation

  Retaliation against an employee for engaging in protected activity — such as filing a complaint, requesting accommodation, or reporting misconduct — is one of the most common employment claims. We represent employees who have been retaliated against and employers building compliant, defensible response protocols.

• Wage, Hour & Overtime

  The Fair Labor Standards Act and Utah Wage Act govern minimum wage, overtime, and wage payment obligations. We represent employees who have been denied proper pay and employers facing wage and hour audits, collective actions, or Department of Labor investigations.

• Unemployment

  Unemployment benefit disputes — whether you are an employee challenging a denial or an employer contesting a claim — require a clear understanding of Utah's eligibility rules. We represent both sides in administrative hearings and appeals before the Utah Department of Workforce Services.

• Executive Compensation

  Executive compensation disputes involve complex contractual, tax, and fiduciary issues — including bonus disputes, equity compensation, deferred compensation, and golden parachute arrangements. We represent executives and companies in negotiating, enforcing, and litigating executive pay agreements.

• Employment Contracts

  Employment agreements define the terms of the relationship — compensation, duties, term, termination rights, and post-employment obligations. We draft, review, and litigate employment contracts for individuals and businesses, ensuring your rights and interests are clearly protected.

• Non-Compete, Non-Solicitation & NDA

  Restrictive covenants — non-compete, non-solicitation, and non-disclosure agreements — are heavily litigated in Utah. We represent employees challenging overbroad restrictions and businesses enforcing legitimate protections for their trade secrets, customer relationships, and workforce.

• Severance and RIFs

  Severance agreements and reductions in force (RIFs) carry significant legal obligations, including WARN Act notice requirements and ADEA waiver rules. We advise employees on whether to sign and negotiate better terms, and we help employers structure lawful, defensible separation packages.

• Defamation

  False statements about an employee's performance or conduct — whether in a termination letter, reference call, or internal communication — can give rise to defamation claims. We represent individuals harmed by false statements and employers defending against defamation allegations arising from employment decisions.

• Civil Rights — First Amendment, Due Process

  Public employees have constitutional protections that private employees do not. We represent government employees whose First Amendment rights, due process rights, or equal protection rights have been violated by a public employer — and we represent government entities navigating constitutional employment claims.

• State & Federal Employees

  State and federal government employees are subject to a distinct set of employment laws, civil service rules, and procedural requirements. We represent state and federal employees in disciplinary proceedings, adverse action appeals, EEO complaints, and Merit Systems Protection Board matters.

Common matters

• Business Litigation & Transactions

  From breach of contract and partnership disputes to mergers, acquisitions, and asset sales, we handle the full range of business legal matters. We represent businesses and individuals in commercial litigation and transactions, providing strategic counsel from negotiation through trial.

• Regulatory Compliance & Licensing

  Businesses operating in regulated industries face complex federal and state compliance obligations. We advise businesses and individuals on licensing requirements, regulatory filings, agency investigations, and enforcement actions — helping you stay compliant and respond effectively when issues arise.

• Technology & Privacy

  Technology companies and businesses that collect or process personal data face evolving legal obligations under federal and state privacy laws. We advise on data privacy compliance, technology contracts, software licensing, and disputes involving intellectual property, data breaches, and digital assets.

• Business Formation, Organization & Planning

  Choosing the right business structure — LLC, corporation, partnership, or other entity — has significant legal and tax implications. We help individuals and businesses form, organize, and plan their enterprises, drafting the foundational documents that govern ownership, management, and succession.

• Business Counseling

  Sound legal counsel is essential at every stage of a business's life. We serve as trusted advisors to business owners and executives, providing practical guidance on day-to-day legal issues, strategic decisions, risk management, and dispute avoidance — before problems become litigation.

• Contracts, Agreements & Joint Ventures

  Well-drafted contracts are the foundation of every successful business relationship. We draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, joint venture agreements, partnership agreements, and other business arrangements for companies and individuals — and we litigate when the other side doesn't perform.

• Policies and Procedures

  Clear, legally compliant policies and procedures protect businesses from liability and set expectations for employees, vendors, and partners. We help businesses develop and implement workplace policies, operational procedures, and governance documents that reduce risk and withstand legal scrutiny.

• Distribution & Compliance

  Distribution agreements, supply chain contracts, and regulatory compliance obligations require careful legal attention. We represent businesses and individuals in negotiating and enforcing distribution arrangements and navigating the compliance requirements that govern their industries.

Common matters

• Employment & Labor Litigation

  Employment disputes that cannot be resolved through negotiation or mediation require a trial lawyer. We take employment cases to jury trial in state and federal courts across Utah and the Mountain West — representing both employees and employers with the same relentless preparation and courtroom skill.

• Collective & Class Action Litigation

  When a single employer's unlawful practice affects a large group of employees or consumers, collective and class action litigation can be the most effective remedy. We represent plaintiffs in collective and class actions under the FLSA, Title VII, and state law — and we defend businesses against such claims.

• Business & Commercial Litigation

  Commercial disputes — breach of contract, fraud, unfair competition, and business torts — require lawyers who are willing and able to try cases. We represent businesses and individuals in complex commercial litigation from the first demand letter through verdict and appeal.

• Ownership & Shareholder Litigation

  Disputes between business owners, shareholders, and partners can threaten the survival of a company. We represent majority and minority owners, shareholders, and partners in disputes over governance, fiduciary duties, buyouts, oppression, and dissolution — in court and in arbitration.

• Non-Compete, Non-Solicitation & NDA Litigation

  Restrictive covenant litigation moves fast — injunctions, emergency hearings, and expedited discovery are common. We represent businesses seeking to enforce legitimate restrictions and individuals challenging overbroad agreements, with the trial experience to win at every stage.

• Trade Secret Litigation

  Trade secret misappropriation — whether by a departing employee, a competitor, or a business partner — can cause irreparable harm. We pursue and defend trade secret claims under the Defend Trade Secrets Act and Utah Uniform Trade Secrets Act, including emergency injunctive relief when time is critical.

• Fraud & Deceptive Business Practices

  Fraud and deceptive trade practices claims arise in a wide range of business and employment contexts. We represent individuals and businesses who have been defrauded, as well as those defending against fraud allegations, in state and federal courts across Utah.

• Unfair Trade Practices Litigation

  Unfair competition, false advertising, tortious interference, and other unfair trade practices can cause significant harm to businesses and individuals. We pursue and defend these claims aggressively, including seeking injunctive relief to stop ongoing harm while litigation proceeds.

• Health Care Litigation

  Health care disputes — including qui tam actions, False Claims Act cases, provider contract disputes, and credentialing challenges — require specialized knowledge of both health care law and trial practice. We represent providers, plans, businesses, and individuals in complex health care litigation.

• Real Estate Litigation

  Real estate disputes — including construction defects, boundary disputes, title issues, lien foreclosures, and landlord-tenant matters — often require litigation to resolve. We represent property owners, developers, contractors, landlords, and tenants in real estate disputes at all levels.

• Qui Tam Litigation

  The False Claims Act allows private individuals — known as relators — to file suit on behalf of the government against those who have defrauded federal programs. We represent relators in qui tam actions involving Medicare, Medicaid, defense contracting, and other federal programs, pursuing substantial recoveries and whistleblower awards.

• Civil Rights Litigation

  When government actors violate constitutional rights — through unlawful discrimination, retaliation, excessive force, or denial of due process — civil rights litigation under 42 U.S.C. § 1983 and other federal statutes provides a remedy. We represent individuals whose civil rights have been violated by state and local government.

• Whistleblower Litigation

  Whistleblowers who report fraud, safety violations, or illegal conduct face significant personal and professional risk. We represent whistleblowers in retaliation claims and qui tam actions under federal and state law, fighting to protect their rights and recover the compensation they are owed.

• Tort Litigation

  Tort claims — including negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, defamation, invasion of privacy, and other civil wrongs — arise in employment, business, and personal contexts. We represent individuals and businesses in tort litigation, pursuing and defending claims through trial.

Common matters

• Fraud, Abuse & Waste

  Health care fraud, abuse, and waste expose providers and businesses to civil and criminal liability under the False Claims Act, Anti-Kickback Statute, and state law. We represent providers and businesses under investigation or facing enforcement action, and we represent individuals and relators pursuing fraud claims against bad actors.

• Regulatory Compliance

  Health care providers and businesses operate under a complex web of federal and state regulations. We advise on compliance with HIPAA, the Anti-Kickback Statute, the Stark Law, state licensing requirements, and other regulatory obligations — helping clients build compliant programs and respond to audits and investigations.

• Anti-Kickback, Referral & False Claims

  The Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law prohibit improper financial arrangements involving federal health care program referrals. Violations can result in False Claims Act liability, exclusion from Medicare and Medicaid, and criminal prosecution. We advise on compliance and represent clients in government investigations and litigation.

• Licensing & Credentialing

  Health care providers must maintain proper licensure and credentialing to practice and participate in insurance networks. We represent providers and businesses in licensing applications, renewals, disciplinary proceedings, and credentialing disputes with hospitals, health systems, and payers.

• Peer Review

  Hospital peer review proceedings can result in restriction or revocation of clinical privileges, with serious consequences for a provider's career and livelihood. We represent physicians and other providers in peer review hearings and appeals, ensuring fair process and protecting their professional rights.

• Reimbursement, Claims & Appeals

  Disputes over reimbursement — including claim denials, overpayment demands, and audit findings — can have a significant financial impact on providers and businesses. We represent health care providers and businesses in reimbursement disputes with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payers at all levels of appeal.

• Medicare & Medicaid

  Participation in Medicare and Medicaid programs carries significant compliance obligations and audit risk. We advise providers and businesses on program requirements, respond to audits and investigations by CMS and state agencies, and represent clients in administrative appeals and litigation involving Medicare and Medicaid.

• Qui Tam & Whistleblower Cases

  The False Claims Act's qui tam provisions allow individuals with knowledge of health care fraud to file suit on behalf of the government and share in any recovery. We represent relators in health care qui tam cases — guiding them through the complex filing process and fighting for the maximum whistleblower award.

• Insurance Claim Appeals

  When health insurers wrongfully deny or underpay claims, providers and patients have the right to appeal. We represent health care providers and individuals in insurance claim appeals under ERISA, state insurance law, and provider contracts — pursuing the reimbursement they are owed.

• Privacy and Security

  HIPAA and state privacy laws impose strict requirements on the use and disclosure of protected health information. We advise health care providers and businesses on HIPAA compliance, respond to breach investigations and OCR audits, and represent clients in enforcement proceedings and litigation involving health information privacy.

Common matters

• Construction Disputes

  Construction disputes — including defective work, delay claims, payment disputes, and contractor-owner conflicts — can be complex and expensive. We represent property owners, developers, contractors, and subcontractors in construction litigation and arbitration, pursuing and defending claims through resolution.

• Contract Claims

  Real estate transactions are governed by contracts, and disputes over purchase agreements, development contracts, and property management agreements are common. We represent buyers, sellers, developers, and investors in real estate contract disputes, from demand through trial.

• Lien Foreclosures

  Mechanics' liens, judgment liens, and mortgage liens can cloud title and prevent property sales or refinancing. We represent contractors, subcontractors, and materialmen in filing and foreclosing mechanics' liens, and we represent property owners in challenging improper liens.

• Boundary Disputes

  Boundary disputes between neighboring property owners can involve survey conflicts, encroachments, adverse possession claims, and prescriptive easements. We represent individuals and businesses in resolving boundary disputes through negotiation, mediation, and litigation.

• Residential & Commercial Leases

  Lease disputes — including evictions, lease terminations, rent disputes, and landlord-tenant conflicts — arise in both residential and commercial contexts. We represent landlords and tenants in lease negotiations, disputes, and litigation, protecting their contractual rights and property interests.

• Purchase and Sell Agreements

  Real estate purchase and sale agreements are among the most significant contracts individuals and businesses enter. We draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements for residential and commercial properties, and we represent buyers and sellers in disputes arising from failed or disputed transactions.

• Easements, Deeds & Assignments

  Easements, deed restrictions, and property assignments can significantly affect the use and value of real property. We advise individuals and businesses on easement rights and obligations, draft and review deeds and assignments, and litigate disputes over property rights and encumbrances.

• Quiet Title Actions

  A quiet title action is a court proceeding to establish clear ownership of real property and eliminate competing claims. We represent property owners, lenders, and investors in quiet title actions arising from adverse possession, boundary disputes, title defects, and competing ownership claims.

Common matters

• Employee Handbooks

  A well-drafted employee handbook sets clear expectations, communicates company policies, and provides critical legal protections. We draft and update employee handbooks for businesses of all sizes, ensuring they comply with current federal and Utah law and reflect the company's culture and values.

• Privacy and Data Policies

  Businesses that collect, store, or process personal data must have clear, legally compliant privacy policies and data security practices. We draft privacy policies, data processing agreements, and data security plans that comply with applicable federal and state law and protect businesses from regulatory exposure.

• Offer Letters & Employment Agreements

  Offer letters and employment agreements define the terms of the employment relationship from day one. We draft and review offer letters, employment contracts, and executive agreements for businesses and individuals — ensuring clarity on compensation, duties, term, and post-employment obligations.

• Incentive Plans

  Equity compensation, bonus plans, and other incentive arrangements are powerful tools for attracting and retaining talent — but they must be carefully structured to achieve their goals and comply with tax and securities law. We design and draft incentive plans for businesses and advise executives on their rights under existing plans.

• Lease & Licensing Agreements

  Commercial leases and licensing agreements are complex contracts with long-term financial and operational implications. We negotiate and draft commercial leases, intellectual property licenses, software licenses, and other licensing arrangements for businesses and individuals — protecting their interests at every stage.

• Distribution & Buy-Sell Agreements

  Distribution agreements and buy-sell agreements govern critical business relationships and ownership transitions. We draft and negotiate distribution contracts, dealer agreements, and buy-sell arrangements for businesses and owners, ensuring these foundational documents protect their interests and withstand scrutiny.

• Shareholder Agreements

  A shareholder agreement governs the relationship among a company's owners — addressing voting rights, transfer restrictions, buyout obligations, and dispute resolution. We draft and negotiate shareholder agreements for businesses and investors, building in the protections that prevent disputes and provide clear resolution mechanisms when they arise.

• Compliance, Risk Management & Training

  Proactive compliance programs and risk management training reduce legal exposure and protect businesses from costly disputes. We help businesses develop compliance programs, conduct risk assessments, and deliver training on employment law, workplace conduct, data privacy, and other high-risk areas.

• Investigation

  When workplace complaints, regulatory inquiries, or potential misconduct arise, a prompt and thorough internal investigation is essential. We conduct independent workplace investigations for businesses — interviewing witnesses, reviewing evidence, and delivering findings and recommendations that are legally defensible and actionable.