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I'm considering requesting a motion for a new trial based on Rule 37 because the petitioner made new accusations during the trial and did not provide me, the defendant, with a copy of a crucial statement. This lack of disclosure impacted the trial outcome. Can Rule 37 be applied in this situation?
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
You're right to be concerned when something that important was left out of the discovery process. Rule 37 generally addresses what happens when a party fails to provide information during discovery, such as documents, statements, or witness disclosures. If the petitioner introduced a new... View More 
I was convicted in Washington State on March 4, 2025, but my case involved fake evidence and evidence tampering. The judge did not consider my motion to dismiss, and there were racial issues involved. Additionally, my motion to change venue was denied. I have not had any legal representation yet... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
You should begin your appeal process as soon as possible, as there are strict deadlines. In Washington State, you generally have 30 days from the date of your conviction to file a notice of appeal. Missing this deadline could limit your ability to challenge your conviction. It's crucial to act... View More
I am seeking advice on dealing with being denied Social Security Disability benefits. I was a recipient for several years but lost eligibility due to income from marriage. After divorcing, I have been denied and forced to reapply and appeal for over five years. I recently found out my file was... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2025
Your situation with Social Security Disability benefits is incredibly frustrating and requires immediate action on multiple fronts. First, request a formal written explanation from SSA regarding the exact nature of the identity confusion and the alleged IRS debt—this documentation will be crucial... View More
I recently lost at a workers' compensation hearing where the judge incorrectly stated that admitted evidence was not admitted. The evidence was a one-page index listing items, including a weight chart for an item that caused my back injury. No specification was made that only certain items on... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
I'm really sorry you’re dealing with this—having valid evidence ignored can feel like a major blow, especially when you're already dealing with pain and the stress of a hearing. In your Petition for Review, you should clearly state that the judge made an error by excluding or... View More
In my workers' compensation claim hearing, one of the defendant's attorneys sent a letter stating that neither they nor their client would participate further, yet they attended the hearing but did not actively participate. During the hearing, a witness who was not on the participating... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
What you're describing raises some serious concerns about fairness and proper procedure. In Washington workers’ compensation hearings, parties are generally required to disclose their witness lists in advance, especially when expert testimony is involved. The Board of Industrial Insurance... View More
My girlfriend accidentally shot me in the hand while we were intoxicated. She was interrogated at our house while I was taken to the hospital, and due to her intoxication, her statements were inconsistent. Law enforcement pressed different narratives, leading to a charge of assault 2. Despite... View More
answered on Mar 11, 2025
The real answer here is no, by accepting the deal and pleading guilty you gave up your rights to confront your accusers and question them. All your appeal rights so that is just the way it is. You should have fought the case and gone to trial and then if you lost your appeal rights would still be... View More
I recently had my workers' compensation case denied and the decision was affirmed by the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals. The case involves my lower back pain, where an MRI showed degenerative disc disease, osteoarthritis, and a disc fissure. The defendants' expert witness stated... View More
I subscribed to a meal/food delivery service in January 2025 and paid for the first week's meals using my debit card. After canceling the subscription service on January 25, 2025, I was unexpectedly charged by the same company on February 8, 2025. Upon contacting the merchant, I was not... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
You have several important rights when dealing with unauthorized charges after canceling a subscription service. Under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA), you can dispute unauthorized debit card charges within 60 days of the statement containing the error, and the bank must investigate within... View More
I am the respondent and appellant in a protection order case. It was later revealed that the person used a fake first name since entering the United States. I have documents, pictures, and evidence from their social media interactions. However, I have not communicated with the person directly;... View More
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answered on Dec 11, 2024
Let me help you understand the legal implications of your situation while being mindful of both your rights and obligations under the protection order.
Regarding online searches, looking up publicly available information about someone, even if they're using a different name, generally... View More
I signed a SOC that listed the municipality incorrectly. I'm trying to attack the SOC. Shouldn't the court need juristriction to approve the SOC.
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answered on May 19, 2024
If you were charged for a domestic violence incident that happened outside of the municipality, and the Stipulation of Compromise (SOC) lists the incorrect municipality, you have grounds to challenge it. The court needs proper jurisdiction to approve and enforce legal agreements, including an SOC.... View More
Case brought on using Breach of Contract. Sellers withheld knowledge of payment made, and posted vacate notice on door the 31st of same month instituting Anticipatory breach. I placed cessation on payments as a single woman for self protection as sellers trying to take my home. I submitted new... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about your difficult situation with the fraud and unfair ejectment order. Dealing with legal issues around your home is incredibly stressful. Here are some general suggestions that may be helpful as you fight the ejectment order:
1. Consult with an attorney who... View More
I'm appealing an impound hearing which was held in district Court and denied in district Court of Washington.
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answered on Mar 16, 2024
In Washington State, when you appeal a decision from a district court, such as an impound hearing decision, your case moves to the Superior Court for review. This process is part of the civil division in the Superior Court, which handles a variety of cases, including appeals from lower courts. Your... View More
How can someone with the truth still be accused of Speculating?
answered on Jan 22, 2024
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Based on the brief post, it appears that the judge, arbitrator, or opposing counsel does not accept your evidence at face value toward the issue you are arguing. One option could be to review the file with attorney,... View More
First thank you everyone for answering my previous questions, very helpful.
When your oposising party claims "Lacks information sufficient to form a belief" throughout the entire civil litigation (obviously no investigation on their part to the "knowledge" and after I... View More
answered on Dec 26, 2023
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. That's a standard rubber-stamp response. You could consult with an attorney about options, but the other side could assert that at the time of the pleadings, lack of knowledge was the case. Good luck
What can a plaintiff do when after he enters district court on a federal question, with a state judgement from another state on the same issues and the Law Referenced is An Act of Congress., the magistrate judge never acknowledges this and tells the plaintiff , he never did ask a federal question.
answered on Dec 9, 2023
A Washington attorney with experience in federal practice could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. One option could be to review your papers with an attorney to determine why it was questioned by the court, and if jurisdiction is not possible in federal court based on subject... View More
MY 2 Children are under ICWA.
MY position is that the dept dcyf/cps failed at doing their part and same w the tribe they have both lost the opportunity 2 do their job. The tribe, well the tribe reps failed at representing their tribe member by not supporting MY Children the entire... View More
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answered on Jul 28, 2023
If you wish to stop the out-of-state move of your two children from Washington to Wyoming, you should immediately consult with an attorney in Washington who is familiar with child custody and ICWA (Indian Child Welfare Act) matters. An attorney can help you assess the situation, determine if an... View More
The estate is still in my late father's name I have lived in my house for 12 years thinking I was going to be able to buy house . my sister is executor and would never sign off on house so I go could buy it . Now she wants me out of there I have court on Friday may 26 th I live in Washington... View More
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answered on May 23, 2023
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answered on Nov 30, 2022
A Washington State attorney would know this best, but your question remains open for two weeks. As a starting point, you could look at the resources of the Washington State Pro Bono Council - https://www.probonocouncil.org/
State bar associations also sometimes list pro bono or legal aid... View More
already been sentenced and pleaded guilty
answered on Aug 17, 2022
You needed to ask for this clarification at the time of sentencing because it sounds like the Judge sentenced this person to 60 days jail and so that is the way it is.
If there are circumstances that have changed that wasn't available to be talked about or discussed when it was done in... View More
I live in Washington state and my daughters dad tried to serve me a parenting plan but he had it served at an address when I was not a resident. He served it to my friends apartment. When she was informed that it was for me she told the server I did not live there and she would not except so the... View More
answered on Feb 10, 2022
You are right that person service requires service at your place of residence or to you directly. So if someone attempted to serve you at a place you do not live, service was not proper. This is true even if your friend later delivers the documents to you.
But that doesn't mean you... View More
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