When you rent a Washington home or apartment, you pay for the right to occupy a property owned by someone else. Generally speaking, you have control over that property throughout your lease period. However, your landlord still retains certain rights such as the...
Divorce is one of the most personal and serious decisions facing couples in Washington. Coming to the decision to get a divorce is a serious step. Sometimes, couples agree to divorce amicably. But more often, it's a decision made by one partner. Their spouse may not...
Probate court judges in Washington may perform a variety of duties for individual estates. However, the primary function of a probate court judge is to oversee the distribution of a person's assets after they die. The judge's degree of involvement in this process will...
Estate planning represents deliberate steps to deal with current health and financial responsibilities while also anticipating the impact passing away has on Washington family members and others. A decision to write a will often serves as the initial motivation to...
With so many details to keep track of during a divorce, couples going through this process in Washington might overlook hidden assets. However, it is important to be aware of these items and their values as you begin your divorce negotiations since they might...
Many criminals leave a trail behind when in the act of breaking the law, and sometimes DNA is among the detailed evidence. However, the acceptance of this evidence is often done too readily for Washington criminal defense attorneys to actually accept its...
In Vancouver, Washington, people who are subject to a traffic stop, have their vehicle searched and are subsequently confronted by drug charges might wonder about their rights and if the search is legal. This is especially concerning if there was a K-9 used to aid in...
You shouldn't give up getting disability insurance after a disability denial. Like most applicants in Washington, you should appeal the denial. The Employee Retirement Income Security Act or ERISA governs the employer's disability insurance. Through the act, valid...
Many adults in Washington and around the country understand the importance of planning their respective estates. Unfortunately, some people think that this is something you only need to do once. However, it's a good idea to consider updating your estate plan after...
There are a lot of jargon terms used in business law and financial matters. If you’re just getting into finance law within the Washington area, then you might have heard the term “equitable relief.” What is equitable relief? In business law, equitable relief is any...
