Data Breach: represented national company suffering from massive data loss
The breach involved the personal information of over 10,000 current and former employees in 50 states and Canada.
CASE STUDIES
Defending bicycle manufacturer against trademark lawsuit
By: Samuel Alba
SCM represented the U.S. arm of a global bicycle manufacturer and distributor sued in Utah District Court for trademark infringement.
Law firm not liable for malpractice in guidance of estate
By: Keith A. Call
Represented a large law firm in connection with a seven-figure estate planning lawsuit, in which the law firm was charged with malpractice and breach of contract. Obtained summary judgment for law firm on the basis that the plaintiff’s alleged harm…
Orem police officers justified in killing of car thief
A police officer was in pursuit of a car thief. After a lengthy chase on a winter’s night, the man abandoned the stolen car and began to run away. The officer chased him.
Liability Insurance Coverage for Drivers Who Cause Injuries While Suddenly Incapacitated
Utah Statute Provides for Strict Liability Insurance Coverage for Drivers Who Cause Injuries While Suddenly Incapacitated
Metro Water District of Salt Lake completes massive water improvement project
By: Shawn E. Draney
In 2007, the Metropolitan Water District of Salt Lake and Sandy completed a $250 million water infrastructure project — designed to meet current and anticipate future water demands of the fast-growing Salt Lake valley. As general counsel to the…
Bank prevails in massive and noteworthy bankruptcy dispute
By: P. Matthew Cox
C.W. Mining, an entity operating a coal mine in Utah, deposited $362,000 with our client, the Bank of Utah.
Ski resort achieves favorable settlement in software development dispute
By: Keith A. Call
Represented a world-class ski resort in connection with a seven-figure dispute over the development of a complex website that was supposed to include innovative e-commerce, analytics, and interactive mobile tracking features. After SCM’s client…
SCM Attorneys Secure Summary Judgment Dismissals with Prejudice
Big-D Construction Midwest, LLC v. Zurich American Ins. Co.
Defending Utah’s former Attorney General
Former Utah Attorney General Mark Shurtleff was arrested and charged with ten felonies including receiving or soliciting bribes, accepting gifts, tampering with witnesses and evidence, and participating in a pattern of unlawful conduct. Shurtleff steadfastly asserts his innocence. Our team is defending Shurtleff against these allegations.