Utah Supreme Court
Demar D. Jones, Plaintiff and Respondent. v. Harriet H. Jones, Defendant and Appellant
April 17, 19851985 Utah LEXIS 805
Summary
The Utah Supreme Court affirmed the trial court’s property division but reversed the alimony award, finding the latter an abuse of discretion. The Court held that the trial court failed to apply the statutory three‑factor test for alimony and remanded for further findings. It also clarified that when asset values are contested, detailed findings of fact are required for appellate review.
Holding
- Whether the trial court’s property distribution was equitable and supported by adequate findings of fact. Affirmed
- Whether the trial court abused its discretion in fixing the alimony award under the statutory three‑factor test. Reversed and remanded
Docket 18733
Cited authorities
- Utah R.Civ.P. 52(b)
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