TL;DR: In Utah, a father can establish paternity within certain time limits that depend on the situation. Acting early helps you protect your parental rights, including custody, visitation, and involvement in your child’s life. For most parents, having a baby is one of the happiest times in their life. Moms automatically know they’re connected to their newborns, but dads might … Read More
Understanding Paternity Action and What It Means in Utah
Children born out of marriage are no longer considered a taboo. In fact, the United States has one of the highest numbers of unmarried childbirths. As of 2020, the percentage of births to unmarried women has increased to 40.5%. This number was just 18% in 1980. However, unmarried childbirth can lead to legal complications. When a married couple gives birth, the … Read More