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answered on Dec 24, 2018
Self defense may be a valid justification, but it depends on the facts. If you continued or escalated the violence beyond what was immediately and reasonably required to defend yourself from an actual attack, the justification may be invalidated. Assault on a minor is an aggravating factor in the... View More 
I was 2 1/2 years old at the time, do I need a lawyer??
answered on Dec 24, 2018
Call the police. See: https://statelaws.findlaw.com/washington-law/washington-statutes-of-limitations.html
More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me,... View More
What can I do to get off lease without penalties?
answered on Dec 24, 2018
While you may be held liable for your duties under the lease, if you leave the home to protect yourself from actual domestic violence, and if your ex doesn't pay the lease in full and on time, your landlord might pursue both of you in court for breach of contract and any owed monies (or your... View More
Our property, where we reside, is part of a small subdivision that includes a shared private road (driveway) that provides access to the 6 parcels in the subdivision. Currently, only two of the parcels have a home so it is us and our neighbor who use the shared road. There is no road maintenance... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2018
It depends on the nature of your deed, any related agreements and easements recorded with the town clerk, and the specifics of the road and surrounding properties re: issues related to access. If the road is your sole and equal ingress/ egress access method for all the properties in the... View More
Plead not guilty shouldn't I get to have trial before being treated quality?
answered on Dec 24, 2018
Over 94% of criminal defendants accept plea bargains before they receive any sort of real legal defense, nevermind a trial. Our criminal justice system is in the throes of a travesty. I recommend hiring a high quality criminal defense attorney to review your case details and to properly advise and... View More
I paid for her as a puppy in 2014. We split in 2015 when he took her from me. He hasn't had a stable home in almost a year and has been injecting drugs. She was living with him in a trailer with drug addicts and was also pretty skinny. He recently left her with his brother saying he'd be... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2018
Arguably, he gave up his property rights by not returning to retrieve the dog within the stated period of 1 day, and arguably his brother apparently gifted the dog to you. Based on this perspective, you may have legal rights to the dog. The greater issue relates to dog abuse, which should be... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2018
If this occurred on school grounds, you may best be served by contacting the school for more details and to submit a written complaint. A lawsuit might be able to be brought against the child's parents for this intentional tort or negligence, but that depends on the extent of damages to your... View More
I moved out in 1995. We were divorced in 1999. The divorce decree states that we are each awarded one half of market value. I was recently informed that the house had burned down.
My name is listed as part owner on the house, and I have always notified the mortgage holder of any address... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2018
It sounds like you should consider contacting your husband, the insurance company, mortgage company, and police/ fire departments to learn more details about your rights and obligations re: this matter, advisably via legal counsel and as soon as possible. More details are necessary to provide a... View More
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verbal agreement of breeding- handler is extorting me by not returning my dog unless I give her 500 cash and sign a contract I have never seen.
Handler has had my dog for a week to breed. Handler decided she now needs a written contract, and stalled me after driving 2 hours... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2018
See: https://app.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=9.08.070. This law makes it a crime to steal or otherwise harm a pet animal in WA State. The application of this law is fact dependent. Also, it sounds like your opponent is claiming a lien on your dog, though I only know of such liens in the case... View More
broke her arm while at school on the play ground i was notified via phone by the principle that my daughter fell off the monkey bar and hurt herself that ice packs were given and she back in class however my baby sitters husband picked my daughter from school today and noticed my daughter in alot... View More
answered on Dec 27, 2018
The child should have been given more serious attention by the school medical staff, and the failure to do so may amount to negligence. They can argue that since they alerted you, if you had reason to worry you should have picked your daughter up. But you say they told you it was very minor and... View More
I have stayed home and taken care of our two small kids. Only work part time. Everything is in his name.
answered on Jan 3, 2019
You may be entitled to half the value of all property acquired by either party during the marriage, spousal support, child support, a certain measure of child custody, and attorney's fees, all depending on the facts. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue.... View More
I am the sole provider for the kids is this possible?
answered on Dec 26, 2018
Sure, that's possible, especially if she is awarded primary child custody. She may even ask for attorney's fees to help pay for her lawyer. Are you asking for child custody to be shared? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an... View More
answered on Dec 26, 2018
You have the right to remain silent and to have an attorney present during custodial interrogations. If you're not under arrest, you have the right to go about your business. You do have to show your ID when asked by the police, however. More details are necessary to provide a professional... View More
harassment or should I look at a hostile work environment claim?
answered on Jan 3, 2019
That sounds like possible sexual harassment based on pervasive sexual comments. Have you reported this to HR? Do you have evidence and witnesses? The facts are crucial, however. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial... View More
going to be liable for the injured person's medical bills?
answered on Dec 26, 2018
You may be liable for any negligent failure to maintain the fence, or if the dog was "at large" you may be held strictly liable for the dog bite. You may be able to counter-sue the contractor for indemnity, claiming negligence by the contractor. More details are necessary to provide a... View More
I'm a video editor and was hired to make an internal use video for one company that wants to expand their business. As a part of the video, we need short animation showing the race for electrification in the automotive industry. I need to include logos of the GM, TESLA, NISSAN, and other... View More
answered on Dec 26, 2018
That sounds like breach of IP rights, and you'd need a license from each company to use the logos of the companies for this commercial video. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as... View More
Spouse has filed an A&B claim against me, misleading the police officers into who the victim really is (case now dismissed). I need help filing for divorce and staying away from him (as well as custody of my 14 month old daughter) because he is unstable and angry. Can someone please advise me... View More
answered on Jan 3, 2019
You may want to file in court for divorce and request a restraining order, child custody, spousal support, child support, attorney's fees, and a property division order. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation... View More
I am the procuring agent in this transaction as I brought the buyer to the table... the property hadn't sold in years after being listed with same agent.
answered on Dec 26, 2018
Did you have a contract with the buyer re: commission? Did you have an agreement with the seller or seller's agent re: commission? Otherwise, arbitration may be an avenue towards resolution. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an... View More
Person has no criminal background other then the pending gang assault charge
answered on Jan 2, 2019
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answered on Jan 3, 2019
They might well increase if you improve the building, but you'd need to not only contact the tax assessor but also make sure you have a permit from the town to make such changes, if necessary. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is... View More
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