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...
Contract rescission works a bit differently depending on which state you're in. Washington has laws governing how long a person has to cancel a contract after signing it. Depends on the type of contract There are different rules for cancelling each type of business...
As a Washington resident, you have various rights in regards to speaking with law enforcement. Many people tend to have questions about what their rights are when it comes to being pulled over. If you're pulled over for the suspicion of being under the influence of...
On closing day, you officially take ownership of the Washington home that you offered to purchase from the current owner. However, there is no guarantee that the closing process is going to go smoothly. If there are any problems with the title, issues with getting a...
Just like many other states, Washington has its own set of standards for what a seller must disclose regarding their property when they put it on the market. The seller's disclosure is intended to help the buyer understand the entire property that they're purchasing...
Criminal defendants in Washington know that it is not a good sign when an eyewitness points to them from the witness stand. Eyewitness testimony is among the most convincing pieces of evidence delivered at a criminal trial. However, more legal professionals are...
Business owners from all walks of life are proud to call Washington home. With that in mind, you might also be a business owner that's ready to sign a contract with another company. During this time, it's understandable to ensure you accomplish everything properly. To...
A solid and productive partnership could result in a constructive and profitable business relationship. Not every collaboration in Washington works out, though. Sometimes, the warning signs are evident early on whereas other partnerships may work fine for years before...
One of the complex issues you may have to work through when you are getting a divorce is assessing the value of debts and assets and figuring out how to divide them. Since Washington is a community property state, shared property is supposed to be divided equally, but...
When facing criminal charges in Washington state, the accused may rely heavily on a criminal defense attorney for assistance. Some defendants may worry about how open and honest they could be with their counsel. Under the attorney-client privilege, an attorney keeps...
