I'm so very sorry to hear about what happened to you, and can't being to imagine what you went through/are going through.

Although I've been an attorney since 1986, I don't usually practice in this area. I'm not sure what, if anything, you may be able to do in... View More

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answered on Jun 6, 2025

Without knowing all the facts here is my best answer for now:

Since you've been injured in a slip and fall incident while helping at a flower shop and the shop is refusing to accept your claim, here are the steps to take next—especially given the added complexities of using your... View More

You can hire an attorney for guidance and clarification on how to do this but you wouldn't be eligible for the appointment of an attorney. This is your only option for representation. You could talk with the victim coordinator at the prosecutors office too. But contact with them depends on... View More

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answered on May 23, 2025

Thank you for sharing the details of your situation. We're very sorry to hear about the serious injuries you've suffered and understand the profound impact this has had on your life.

When an injury results from the actions or negligence of a company or its employees, you may have... View More

A severance agreement is normally intended to resolve all of an employee's potential claims, except those claims that cannot be waived as a matter of law. Examples would be worker's compensation and unemployment claims.

Further, Washington's silenced no more act prohibits... View More

If you wait too long to file, the statute of limitations will bar your claims. If you cannot get a lawyer, lay out the facts and all possible claims in your complaint as best you can, to protect against the statute of limitations. You can then delay serving the complaint to buy more time to seek... View More

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answered on May 8, 2025

In California, if your partner or spouse—who is not listed on your auto insurance policy—drives your car with your permission and causes an at-fault accident, your insurance company may still provide coverage under the "permissive use" provision. However, there are important nuances... View More

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answered on May 8, 2025

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Navigating liability after a car accident while performing job duties can be complex, especially when the employer has declared bankruptcy. Here's an overview based on Washington State law:

1. Employer Liability Under Vicarious Liability... View More

The first step would be going through the HOA agreement to verify there are no other entry rights beyond the emergencies clause. They might have a general right with a certain notice period. If that is not the case, you could potentially have an argument for trespassing and damages, though the... View More

Thank you for the interesting question.

Washington State is a "two party consent state," which actually means that every party to a phone conversation, meeting, etc, must consent in advance to being recorded.

People who violate this rule can be subjected to criminal... View More

I am so sorry that you have been going through this, but at the stage I'd strongly urge you to file a legal action for custody in whatever Family Court (through Superior Court) is closest to you in Washington.

If you are low-income, you may be able to get free legal assistance in this... View More

Thank you for your question and really shocking set of facts. You have described the essence of embezzlement - the theft of money from an employer or business (or non-profit).

I suggest you put together an organized time line of what you know, with any financial records you can include,... View More

The 40% is the attorney's contingency fee - meaning if the case settles for $10k, the attorney gets $4k of it. Typically contingency fees in personal injury cases are 1/3 for pre litigation, and 40% for cases in which a lawsuit is filed. If suit is filed, costs can vary wildly. The attorney... View More

A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week.

The short answer is that it could depend on the judge and how material to the issue at hand the missing evidence is. As a general rule nationwide in small claims, the court is not likely to grant the same... View More

Washington does have a crime victim/witness notification program. As long as you completed the appropriate form and have not changed your telephone number or address, or have updated your contact information if you did, you should have been notified.

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answered on May 19, 2024

When a magistrate judge has a past work history with the Attorney General's Office, and the defendant or their attorney also has ties to the same office, it raises potential concerns about impartiality. The judge should disclose this information to all parties involved. Transparency in this... View More

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answered on May 17, 2024

Very difficult. Chapter 11 (regular or subchapter V) is very complex with lots of requirements and rules. A $50,000 retainer is not unusual and well worth the investment if you want to save your business. If you haven't already met with a local bankruptcy attorney, you should definitely do so.... View More

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answered on May 17, 2024

While it is technically possible to file for Chapter 11, Subchapter V bankruptcy pro se (representing yourself without an attorney), it is generally not advisable due to the complexity of the bankruptcy process and the potential consequences of making errors in your filing.

Subchapter V,... View More

Nationally, and for the last two decades at least, the success rate of the popular "save-the-house" Chapter cases has been less than twenty percent, even with bankruptcy counsel. Those cases run for three to five years, much like the Ch. 11 business reorgs.

The chances for... View More

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answered on Mar 22, 2024

If your boyfriend is still in custody despite posting bond, it's essential to take immediate action. First, verify the bond conditions and ensure that all requirements for his release have been met. If the electronic home monitoring (EHM) is part of the release conditions, confirm with the... View More