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Scott K. Boates, Attorney & Mediator

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Scott K. Boates, Attorney & Mediator
440 Louisiana Street
Houston, TX 77002
29.7625122,-95.3645691

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Houston, TX 77002

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Keeping a Pain Journal After a Personal Injury
chronic pain can be debilitating, and it can get worse with time. Treating pain is essential to getting better and moving on with your life. However, you need to develop a way to inform your medical providers and the insurance company about your pain.
NEW LAW: B.C.’S LAND OWNER TRANSPARENCY ACT EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 30TH
as of November 30, 2020, the Land Owner Transparency Act (“Act/LOTA”) will be in effect. The Act was created by the BC government as a measure to assist with tax evasion, fraud, and money laundering. The LOTA will be the first of its kind in Canada. Failure to comply under the Act can result in your interest not being registered and may result in fines.
Eleventh Circuit Holds That Manufacturers/Distributors That Do Not Market Or Advertise Through Predominantly Hispanic Media Outlets Have No Duty To Warn In Spanish
eleventh Circuit Holds That Manufacturers/Distributors That Do Not Market Or Advertise Through Predominantly Hispanic Media Outlets Have No Duty To Warn In Spanish
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Preventing Corporate Divorce: Why You Need a Business Prenup
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Agree to Disagree: Resolving Property Disputes with a Partition Action
it’s common for family members or business partners to co-own residential and commercial property. Unfortunately, it’s also common for them to have a dispute over the property because of myriad disagreements. John Vukmanovic discusses when to file a partition action and examines the process step by step.
Creative Strategies for Landlords and Tenants to Survive the COVID-19 Shutdown
when COVID-19-related restrictions imposed by state and local governments are lifted, there is no guarantee that they will have done more than delay the inevitable: eviction and bankruptcy. Modifications should be used to cut risk and losses. If at all possible, landlords and tenants should cooperate now to avoid that outcome.
Minimizing the Impact of COVID-19 in Commercial Lease Obligations
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Personal Injury Claims: What are Value Drivers?
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Can Pictures Taken at the Scene of an Auto Accident Help Your Case?
building your case requires evidence. An experienced St. Louis car accident attorney can assist you with putting together law enforcers’ reports, statements of eyewitnesses, and your written summary of the incident.
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researched law review article written by GEOFFREY C. HAZARD, JR.; JOHN L. GEDID; STEPHEN SOWLE. https://www.jstor.org/stable/3312739?seq=1
RECOVERING MILLIONS OF DOLLARS FOR INJURED CONSTRUCTION WORKERS
injured construction worker New York State Labor Law claims require a thorough knowledge of the statutes, the Industrial Code Rules, and the precedent caselaw interpreting these statutes.
Should I request a preliminary hearing?
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many assume their case can not be won. This is the number one mistake most people with DUI make.
What is the 10 day rule?
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Top DUI Mistakes
contrary to popular belief, there is much a person can do to defend themselves in a DUI conviction. First and foremost, they must educate themselves through research. There is endless literature out there which one can use to learn about DUI rights, laws, and penalties. In addition, it is always a good idea to hire an attorney who specializes in the field. Having the vast knowledge of a trained professional on your side can be the difference between having a case dismissed and being convicted.
Dividing a 401(k) in Divorce
a 401(k) is a common asset that has to be divided in a divorce. In many cases, the 401(k) is one of the more valuable assets. Individuals often work their whole career trying to build up their 401(k) balance so that they can retire. However, in a divorce, the 401(k) often ends up divided as part of the property division process.