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Archive: 2013


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Someone stole one of my checks, forged my signature, and my bank cashed it. Can the bank do that?

Mar 29, 2013 Banking and Lending

Technically, a forged check written on your account is an unauthorized check, and your bank has no authority to pay it. However, the law does require that you review your checks and bank statements within a reasonable period of...

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What happens to the trial court order or judgment while my appeal is pending?

Mar 27, 2013 Appellate Law

The trial court’s order generally stays in place and can be enforced while you appeal your case. This means that if a judgment has been entered against you, the other side can take collection action on the judgment or...

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If I want to avoid probate, can’t I just have a trust prepared?

Mar 25, 2013 Wills and Estate Planning

Even if you have a trust, you still need to have a will. Trust May not Cover all Property A trust will only take care of property that is titled or kept in the trust. To be effective, a...

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I am buying a piece of property from my neighbor who I have known for many years. Should I get a policy of title insurance when I close the sale?

Mar 22, 2013 Real Estate

Yes, it is always advisable to order a commitment for title insurance and carefully examine the commitment prior to closing the purchase. On closing you should purchase an owner’s policy of title insurance to ensure that there are no...

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How long does a probate take?

Mar 20, 2013 Probate

There is no rule saying how long a probate must take. From Weeks to Months In some cases it is possible to complete a probate in a matter of weeks. In many cases it may be advisable to provide...

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If I want to make a claim for personal injuries, does that mean my case will have to go to trial?

Mar 18, 2013 Personal Injury

Only five percent of cases ever see a courtroom. This means that many cases are either settled or mediated. Filing a lawsuit For those cases that don’t settle, the next step is for the injured person (the Plaintiff) to...

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Can I represent myself in a lawsuit?

Mar 15, 2013 Litigation Law

Yes, but unless the case is one in Small Claims Court it is not advisable to represent yourself without at least first consulting a trial attorney. Kristal M. Cowger, Attorney at Law Blado Kiger Bolan, Tacoma, Wash.

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Can spousal maintenance, or alimony, be changed after the divorce decree is entered?

Mar 13, 2013 Family Law

Yes it can be changed, unless the decree specifically states that the obligation to pay spousal support, or alimony, is non-modifiable. The obligation will only be changed by the court after entry of the decree in exceptional circumstances. This...

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What is the rule on paying for overtime?

Mar 11, 2013 Employment Law

Most workers who are paid an hourly wage must be paid overtime if they work more than 40 hours in a 7-day work week.  Overtime must be at least one and one-half times the worker’s regular hourly rate. There...

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What is required to lawfully work as a contractor in Washington State?

Mar 8, 2013 Construction Law

A contractor (general or specialty) must be registered with the State of Washington Department of Labor and Industries to lawfully work in the state. To become registered, a contractor must submit an application to the Department of Labor and...

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