An insurance policy serves a vital purpose. Whether someone takes out a homeowner, auto insurance or business liability policy, the contract locks the provider into assuming financial responsibility for covered perils. That means the insurance company must pay a...
When accidents happen in Washington, there are a number of factors that can be to blame. But one of the most common causes is distracted driving. There are three main types of distractions: manual, visual and cognitive. Manual distractions These are anything that...
Estate planning is a smart way for someone to ensure their loved ones remain financially taken care of. While valuing their Washington estates, many people will think of certain items like homes, vehicles, and boats. However, there are other items of value that...
Landlords in Washington have significant legal obligations to their tenants. Understanding these obligations can protect your real estate investments, reduce friction with tenants and prevent unnecessary litigation. You have legal obligations to your tenants Real...
Residents of Washington may want to learn more about equity skimming, what it is and how the law sees it. The fact is that equity skimming is a type of real estate fraud and is a crime. You should know what it means and how it could affect you and your finances....
No one knows when their time will come, but it's important to be prepared for the unexpected. That's why estate planning is so important in Washington. However, creating an estate plan is not enough. You also need to keep it up to date as your life circumstances...
A divorce can be one of the most stressful events that a person can experience. However, it may be possible to make it easier to transition to life as a single person by anticipating these challenges before ending up in a Washington divorce court. Let's take a closer...
The law has long recognized that minors do not have the same capacity for moral reasoning and self-control that adults do. When a juvenile is arrested in Washington, there are certain rights that police officers must uphold. They include: a. Miranda rights All...
People with critical conditions or disabilities in Washington can qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. These are programs meant to provide material needs for them and their families. However, not...
When there's a contract breach, you don't necessarily need to go to court to resolve it. You have other methods to potentially resolve the dispute, such as mediation and arbitration. In Washington, oral contracts have a statute of limitations of three years, and...
