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While most commercial leases contain a requirement that the tenant will execute a "Subordination, Non-Disturbance and Attornment Agreement," commonly referred to a an "SNDA," a majority of tenants who have signed such leases, and most likely several of the real estate agents who have represented those tenants, would be hard pressed to explain the meaning of an SNDA...

Video Transcripton: Can you appeal a bankruptcy? You can appeal an order from bankruptcy court just like you can appeal an order from a civil court. There are certainly some important differences. The main difference is the very short time period for appeal. What can I appeal in a bankruptcy? The kinds of things that are appealed from a bankruptcy court will ...

An Affidavit of Financial Information ("AFI") is a family court-approved form that is utilized in divorce cases for a number of purposes primarily where child support, spousal maintenance and/or attorney fees are at issue. The AFI is provided under oath and is intended to inform the family court of a party's overall financial situation including both inco...

If you find yourself involved in a lawsuit, either as a party plaintiff, defendant or as a material witness, it very likely that at some point during the course of the case, you will be asked to submit to a deposition.  Being told that your deposition has been scheduled may elicit the same reaction as your dentist telling you that you need a root canal, or th...

Divorce includes the division of assets and debts. Frequently, it is easier to divide assets than to divide debts. Both credit (including store) cards and mortgages present unique problems when divorcing. Creditors, such as banks and lending institutions, are not bound by the terms and conditions of a divorce decree and property settlement agreement. The third par...

For the first time ever, an Arizona state court has recognized that individuals enjoy a right of publicity that protects them from the unauthorized use of their name or likeness for commercial or trade purposes. In its April 24, 2014 decision in Reynolds v. Reynolds, the Arizona Court of Appeals recognized the right of publicity and determined that right surv...

Transcript Many people confuse asset protection planning with estate planning.  The purpose of an estate plan is to distribute your assets after your death.  It does not protect your assets while you are alive.  Protection from creditors depends on how you hold your assets.   Never Combine Business & Personal Assets Business asse...

By definition, an ego is a person’s sense of self-esteem or self-importance. To have an ego is essential to our very makeup. It will define who we are and how we connect with others. Ego becomes an issue when it becomes overpowering. Everyone has an ego, whether big or small. The way we display that ego will significantly impact our relationships with one ano...

Last year, many of you probably read my business law blog regarding having a checkup for you and your business. This does not involve the doctor, but it does involve all the other professionals in your personal and business life. Since that time, I decided to make this topic an annual tradition. This is based in part on the range of feedback I received last year. ...

PHOENIX, Ariz. (Dec. 21, 2015) – During the month of December, Jaburg Wilk held a drive for HALO Animal Rescue and the Arizona Humane Society.  Jaburg Wilk employees were asked to bring in gently used items that could help dogs and cats stay warm during the winter.  The bed of a full size pick-up truck was filled with blankets, dog beds, towels and ...