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Avoiding probate of estate with only the house as probate assets? Other assets were non-probate.
In Washington, probate is generally straight-forward, and, for some things like pursuit of assets, provides a good statutory framework for resolving matters expeditiously. Sometimes it is the fastest and best way to remedy things and so should not be avoided. You do not say whether there is a will or not and whether your mother lived and passed away in Washington (I am assuming so for this answer). Many records can be sealed when they are filed with the court so your concerns may be able to...
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Non-compete validity in contracting services
I agree with Ms. Koslyn that you should review your agreement with your employer as it should state what state law governs. If it is Washington, there are several things that should be reviewed with an employment attorney. First, did you sign the noncompete as part of your employment agreement or are you an at-will employee? If you signed the noncompete after employment started and did not get anything new in return, it will not be enforceable in Washington. If it is enforceable, however,...
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Does a Non-Competion, Non- Solicitation Agreeement have to specify the business or industry to be Valid?
FIrst off, from the information you provided, if an employee is already employed there and the employer is now asking for current employees to sign a noncompete/nonsolicit, the employer must offer additional "consideration" (provide something new). If the noncompete/nonsolicit is being signed by the soon-to-be employee as a condtion of employment, the job is what the employer is providing and that is enough. But if an employee has been working there, the employer must give the employee...
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If I am the executor of the will and it states in it that half of the assets go to me and the other half to a family member, can
An executor has duties to the estate and to all beneficiaries. An executor has no right to hold estate assets, other than to properly administer the estate (pay its debts and disburse its assets). An executor could be sued if he/she does not distribute the assets as dictated in the will to all the beneficiaries. DISCLAIMER: This is not legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. This answer does not create an attorney-client privilege.
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How long do I have to contest a will in oregon
Where was the probate started? Typically it should be done where the decedent lived.
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I have been hired at a group home. I need to know the laws for wages.
Hourly employees are to be paid for all time worked and time over 40 hours in one week is paid at time and a half. If you are to be paid hourly and have not been paid for work done, you should contact an employment attorney. We have a very experienced one (25+yrs) who recently joined our firm if you need assistance.
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Had written contract, but treated like employee. I resigned and employer refuses to pay for the time worked.
If you worked and were not paid, you should contact an employment attorney. Whether it is by contract or as an employee you should be paid for work. We have a very experienced employment attorney who is new to our office (25 yrs or so) if you would like further assistance.
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What is the procedure for filing a OWCP claim - longshore & harbor workers' compensation?
It sounds like you may be subject to a seaman's injury claim and not a longshore and harbor worker's claim--so you should consult with an attorney who handles both types of injuries.
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My mother died 4 years ago with no will. My sister hired an atty who appointed her in charge. They wont tell me anything.
In Washington, you can file what is called a request for special notice. Then the administrator of the estate must notify you of all actions taken. That way you are informed before things are done and are able to respond to the court about the proposed action.
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Multiple declared personal representative?
Your post does not say whether the decedent died with a will (naming a PR) or without a will. RCW 11.28.120 lists the hierarchy as to who should serve as personal representative. You would be best served to confer with a probate litigation attorney to review who should seek to be nominated as the personal representative. DISCLAIMER: This is not legal advice and should not be relied upon as such.
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