Divorce can be difficult for Washington couples, but when the person you are divorcing is a narcissist, there is an added layer of difficulty. You are probably all too familiar with some of these narcissistic elements of their personality, but in divorce court, the...
We love our dogs in Vancouver. For many (maybe most) dog owners, their dogs are part of the family just as much as their spouse and children. But when it comes to divorce, Washington state law does not treat dogs like people. As we have discussed before in this blog,...
Statistics report that about 3 million people in the United States experience an injury from a vehicle crash annually, some of which result in a permanent disability. There are many injuries that a driver in Vancouver, Washington, may experience ranging from mild to...
When making an estate plan, you may think wills are the only tools. However, trusts are another option for estate planning, regardless of your income level. Revocable trusts in Vancouver, Washington, are something to consider and come with several benefits. Overview...
In most locales, renters have a right to working utilities in their homes. Whether you or your landlord in Washington is responsible for paying for utility bills, you still should be able to live in your rental unit with heat, electricity and running water kept in...
If you're a parent involved in the child welfare system in Washington and you need access to drug or alcohol treatment, the regular Dependency Court is no longer your only alternative. Fortunately, you have another option and can volunteer for Family Treatment Court,...
Social Security is usually shared between married couples in Washington once one or both partners reach retirement age. Since many people depend on Social Security as their main income after retirement, there are a lot of questions about what happens to Social...
Receiving an approval for Social Security benefits can be a long and frustrating experience for many Washington residents. The Social Security Administration is very deliberate in making these determinations because they only issue permanent rulings on those who are...
Owning a business in Washington can be exciting and rewarding. However, issues might arise that lead to changes. Among those changes, it might be necessary to dissolve a partnership. If your business partnership hasn't worked out or a partner wants to move on, you can...
Business laws have been evolving rapidly in recent years. In California, state law AB5 dealing with workers in the gig economy created waves in many industries. But federal law has changed as well. In Washington state, entrepreneurs also need to be aware of the ways...
