Christopher Hogle

Represented our client against claims filed against several defendants by a startup fuel system technology company with allegations of misappropriation of technology and other violations, the claims were successfully dismissed.

Successfully defended corporate clients in an antitrust/tortious interference lawsuit initiated by a rock quarry and equipment lessor, leading to a dismissal of claims before discovery and an affirmed dismissal by the Utah Supreme Court.

Represented a retail property owner in a condemnation action against the Utah Department of Transportation, addressing severance damages and deed language after the construction of a freeway overpass obstructed the property's visibility.

Represented a client in a dispute over the ownership and control of a downtown Provo, Utah property, where they are constructing a $45 million apartment complex, with the case currently on appeal after an initial dismissal of the opposing party's claims to purchase the property.

Represented a tenant in landlord/tenant litigation with the owner of a downtown Salt Lake City property. The dispute involved the early termination of a lease, and the tenant sought declaratory relief. The financial stakes amount to approximately $7 million.

Represented multiple defendants and third-party plaintiffs in a case involving contractual and equitable indemnification claims related to highway construction project bonds.

Represented a mining company in a complex settlement resolving government claims of breached administrative agreements and significant financial disputes stemming from a removal action in Utah.

Defended a major pipeline company in a federal court trespass and quiet title action concerning the installation of crude oil pipelines on disputed property in Park City, Utah.

Successfully defended a major corporation against a claim by a building inspector alleging that the corporation completed a refinery improvement project without necessary permits and inspections, resulting in financial losses for the inspector; the claims were dismissed on a motion to dismiss.

Represented our client in a case where the Utah Supreme Court reversed a District Court decision that had upheld a referendum ballot initiative challenging an ordinance rezoning a property for a development project, ultimately preserving the project's viability.

Represented operator of tar sands mine against an environmental advocacy group before the Utah Board of Oil, Gas & Mining in a matter involving ground water, surface water, erosion control, and reclamation issues.

Represented operator of tar sands mine against an environmental advocacy group before the Utah Division of Environmental Quality in a matter involving ground water quality issues.

Represented industrial and municipal clients in condemnation matters involving pipelines, flood control, and other underground utility facilities.

Represented utilities in disputes over easements for underground utility facilities.

Represented a mining corporation in a federal court case involving the recovery and defense of historic contamination cleanup costs and contributions from prior owners or operators of a mining facility.

Represented a mining corporation in environmental litigation in the United States District Court for the District of Idaho, seeking to have another mining company contribute to significant water treatment costs.

Represented an incumbent communications company in Utah in two bid protests concerning the state-wide 911 emergency call system, ultimately securing a temporary restraining order to reinstate a stay on procurement proceedings, which led to a settlement and the agency's decision to cancel and reissue the RFPs.

Represented our client with a bid protest after their proposal was rejected in favor of a competitor in a Salt Lake County RFP for catering and concessions, citing the County's failure to contact their references and disqualifying conflicts of interest within the Evaluation Committee, which led to the County canceling the RFP with plans to re-issue it.