Fighting Your Legal Disputes With An Unwavering Focus On Results
Washington residents who are convicted of crimes cannot file effective appeals simply because they maintain their innocence and believe that the jury made a mistake. When a jury returns a unanimous verdict, it can only be overturned if the trial was defective in some...
Disputes are common in Washington real estate transactions, and commercial leases are no exception. Tenants and landlords may often interpret a particular clause in a leasing contract differently. Sometimes, these misunderstandings result in lawsuits, but reaching a...
When someone is faced with a criminal conviction in Washington, it is generally possible for them to appeal their case. This is the legal way of saying that you're taking the matter up to a higher court. In so doing, you can request that they look over particular...
A quiet title action refers to a legal dispute filed to determine the proper ownership of a real estate property. This lawsuit sometimes becomes necessary if multiple parties claim the same property. The goal involves "quieting" the title and ruling in favor of one...
Following a conviction at trial or through a guilty plea in Washington, many people think that nothing more can be done. However, there are a few ways that people can try to reverse convictions or withdraw guilty pleas, including filing motions for post-conviction...
Due diligence is the period between an accepted offer and the closing in which a real estate buyer gathers essential information about a property. Timeframes for completing the tasks are an integral part of a purchase contract. Due diligence for a commercial...
In Washington and other places in the United States, a written contract may be required in some legal transactions. These cases include any promises made in connection to marriage, agreements that cannot be completed in less than one year, land sales, promises to pay...
It's common for investors to lose money on an investment. However, if you believe that broker negligence was the reason why your portfolio decreased in value, it may be worth considering legal action in the Washington courts. The type of action you'll take depends on...
A buyer's broker agreement aims to ensure compensation for Washington real estate agents who spend time and effort working with buyers. In exchange, the buyers feel comfortable dealing with a professional, committed agent. While every agreement may differ, pay close...
During a foreclosure in Washington, the bank may sell the property to repay the debt. But what if there are other liens on the property? Who gets paid first? This is where lien priority comes in. What is lien priority? Simply put, lien priority is the order in which...