Boates Law Firm

Articles

The following articles were written by the attorneys at Boates Law Firm for local publications in the Phoenix North Valley area. They are intended to provide general legal advice, but should not be relied upon for your specific circumstances. If you have specific questions about any of the topics below please contact our office.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

• Divorce mediation FAQ
• Why Consider Mediation
• Arbitration Basics

Bankruptcy Articles

• Overview of Chapter 7 bankruptcy
• Overview of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
• Bankruptcy Questions and Answers
  This article will highlight some basic information on the bankruptcy basics.
• Chapter 13 Bankruptcy – What is it and why would I file one
  This article will highlight some basic information on Bankruptcy.

Business Law Articles

• Buying a Business: What you need to Know
• Business Entities – Which One is Right for Your Business?
  Practical advice on the different business structures for your small business.
• Lifting the Veil on Owner Liability: The Ins and Outs of Piercing the Corporate Veil
  Information on ways to protect your personal assets from your business’ liabilities.
• Business Succession Planning
  Information on methods to transition your business to your relatives, employees or others.
• Corporate Minutes
  Information on the importance of corporate minutes and the benefits to your business of keeping good records.
• New Year’s Resolutions for Your Small Business
  Six steps you can take to improve your business.
• Sexual Harassment Questions and Answers
  Frequently asked questions about sexual harassment in the workplace
• Employer Sanctions Law
  As the New Year is now upon us many new laws have gone into effect.
• Kids & Employment in Arizona
  The role of children in the workplace has been a constant source of regulation and policy.

Criminal Law

• Search & Seizure FAQ
• Arrests & Interrogation FAQ
• Defenses to Criminal Charges
• Drunk Driving, DWI, DUI FAQ

Personal Injury Articles

• Car Accidents Caused By Negligence

Foreclosure/Short Sale Articles

• Foreclosure FAQ
• Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007
  This article will highlight some basic information on Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007.
• Short Sales and Foreclosures
  It is no surprise to everyone in the Phoenix, Arizona area that the real estate market is not what it once was.

Family Law Articles

• Separate Property and Community Property During Marriage Who gets What
• Divorce mediation FAQ
• Prenuptial Agreements – Overview
• Cohabitation Rights and Responsibilities
  Living Together and Loving It

Estate Planning Articles

• The Nuts & Bolts of Estate Planning
  Basic information regarding wills, trusts and other estate planning issues
• Living Wills: What are They and Why Do I Need One
  Information on living wills, healthcare powers of attorney and advance care directives.
• Probate and Estate Administration
  This article will highlight some basic information on the probate process.
• The Death Tax – What Effect Will the Election Have?
  This article will highlight some basic information on The Death Tax.
• Business Succession Planning
  Information on methods to transition your business to your relatives, employees or others.

Contract Law Articles

• Contract Termination: Can I get out of my contract?
  Everyday people enter into contracts for all kinds of goods and services.
• Personal Guarantees
  Personal Guarantees – What are They and Why Do I need One.
• Non-Compete Agreements
  Information on the benefits and enforceability of non-compete agreements.

Real Estate Articles

• Foreclosure FAQ
• Basics of Commercial Leases
• Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007
  This article will highlight some basic information on Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007.
• Owning Real Estate in Arizona
  This article will highlight some basic information on Owning Real Estate in Arizona.
• Arizona Landlord Tenant Law
  Frequently Asked Questions regarding Rental Property
• Eviction Law for Business Owners
  Information on Arizona commercial forcible detainer (eviction) law.
• Living in a Homeowners Association
  General information and frequently asked questions about homeowners associations.
• RESPA: A Name you Should Know if You Have a Mortgage
  Information about a little known law to help keep your mortgage company in line.

Trademark/Copyright Articles

• Copyright 101: How to Protect Your Works
  Common questions and answers about Copyright.
• Common Questions & Answers Regarding Trademarks
  Frequently asked questions about trademarks and how to protect your business name.
• Domain Name Disputes: www.HeyThat’sMyName.com
  Information on cyber squatting and the domain name dispute process.

Insurance Law Articles

• Statutes of Limitations and Construction Litigation
  This article will highlight some basic information on Statutes Of Limitations And Construction Litigation.
• Products Liability Litigation and the Uniform Contribution Among Tortfeasors Act
  This article will highlight some basic information on Products Liability Litigation.

General Legal Articles

• Kids & Employment in Arizona
  The role of children in the workplace has been a constant source of regulation and policy.
• To Sue or Not to Sue
  To Sue or Not to Sue, That is the question.
• Good Samaritan Laws
  Good Samaritan Laws – What are they and What do they protect?
• Social Host Liability in Arizona
  Information on liability for providing alcohol to guests and a party or event.
• The Court System in Maricopa County
  A primer on the different courts and their processes in Maricopa County, Arizona.
• Traveler Beware: What are Your Rights in a Foreign Country?
  Information regarding what to do if you run into legal problems in a foreign country.