There is a chance that you won't be granted physical custody of your son or daughter after a divorce or separation. However, this doesn't mean that you'll be cut out of that child's life. You'll likely still be given an opportunity to play a significant role in this...
For anyone who's facing criminal charges in the state of Washington for theft, burglary, or robbery; it's important to understand the differences between these three acts. Although these terms are frequently used interchangeably, they have very distinct meanings. In...
If you're going through the divorce process in Washington, a lot can be on the line. With that in mind, one of these things could be the medical practice you've worked so hard to build. If this is the case, you might need to know how much this practice is worth....
In June 2020, a Washington state law took effect that allows prosecutors to pursue new sentences in felony cases. Those who are supportive of the new law say that it can help to alleviate overcrowded prisons and acknowledges the fact that people can change over long...
When a couple in Washington decides to seek a divorce, part of the process will be dividing their assets. As a community property state, Washington law says that most assets and debts acquired during the marriage are jointly owned and therefore divided equally,...
In Washington and around the country, facial recognition technology has been touted by law enforcement agencies as a way to quickly identify suspects of different crimes. It uses algorithms to match photos from surveillance video to people's photos from driver's...
As Washington businesses increasingly move to an online focus, it can be hard to divide property and internet assets as it relates to a business. Valuing a website’s value can be more difficult than valuing the physical assets of a business. Just because it’s hard...
Mortgage fraud can cause real problems in the real estate world. It affects trust on the part of buyers, borrowers and institutions. There are two major reasons that individuals commit mortgage fraud. The first is for access to homeownership. The second is for access...
Bias can and does exist in Washington juvenile courts. Bias in juvenile proceedings comes in a variety of forms, including imbalanced treatment arising from economic status of juvenile offenders, race and the manner in which language is used in court. Preventing bias...
One of the more challenging things that divorcing parents will have to navigate is the development of a comprehensive parenting plan. These plans are designed to account for time spent with each parent, how vacations are handled and where the custody exchange should...
