The following articles were written by the attorneys at Boates & Crump 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.

• Bankruptcy Questions and Answers
  This article will highlight some basic information on the bankruptcy basics.
• Probate and Estate Administration
  This article will highlight some basic information on the probate process.
• Employer Sanctions Law
  As the New Year is now upon us many new laws have gone into effect.
• 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.
• Contract Termination: Can I get out of my contract?
  Everyday people enter into contracts for all kinds of goods and services.
• Kids & Employment in Arizona
  The role of children in the workplace has been a constant source of regulation and policy.
• Personal Guarantees
  Personal Guarantees – What are They and Why Do I need One.
• 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?
• Cohabitation Rights and Responsibilities
  Living Together and Loving It
• Business Entities - Which One is Right for Your Business?
  Practical advice on the different business structures for your small business.
• Business Succession Planning
  Information on methods to transition your business to your relatives, employees or others.
• Copyright 101: How to Protect Your Works
  Common questions and answers about Copyright.
• Corporate Minutes
  Information on the importance of corporate minutes and the benefits to your business of keeping good records.
• Domain Name Disputes: www.HeyThat'sMyName.com
  Information on cyber squatting and the domain name dispute process.
• Non-Compete Agreements
  Information on the benefits and enforceability of non-compete agreements.
• Arizona Landlord Tenant Law
  Frequently Asked Questions regarding Rental Property
• The Nuts & Bolts of Estate Planning
  Basic information regarding wills, trusts and other estate planning issues
• 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.
• Living Wills: What are They and Why Do I Need One
  Information on living wills, healthcare powers of attorney and advance care directives.
• New Year's Resolutions for Your Small Business
  Six steps you can take to improve your 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.
• 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.
• Sexual Harassment Questions and Answers
  Frequently asked questions about sexual harassment in the workplace
• 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.
• Common Questions & Answers Regarding Trademarks
  Frequently asked questions about trademarks and how to protect your business name.
• 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.