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What is the maximum late fee a services organization can charge customers in the state of Washington?

What kind of service organization? Generally, on a bill, for instance for construction services, you can charge any interest that is not considered usurious. 1 1/2 percent per month has been considered to be reasonable in this County - just depends on what the court thinks. (18% per annum simple interest). Even if the court does not find it reasonable, it may reduce the rate to what it feels is reasonable. Just be sure to be clear - what does 10% mean and when? 10% on the unpaid balance...

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What happens when you dont file an answer for a civil lawsuit with in the 20 day period

Actually, in Washington, if you don't answer, the Plaintiff does not need to serve you with a motion for default. In most cases a judgment can be entered "ex parte" (without you being there). So you should definitely file an answer within the 20 days or you will most likely lose the case and have a difficult if not impossible time overturning that. "File an answer" in WA means serve an answer to the Complaint (answering each paragraph) and sending it to opposing counsel and filing it at...

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My job was terminated. Is there a WA state law requiring either 2 wks notice or 2 wks pay?

Generally, no, as stated in the answers from the other attorneys. To answer your question in regard to your specific job, an attorney would need to know what type of job it was, who your employer was, whether or not it was a union job, whether or not you had an employment contract, and whether you were full time, or not. In the meantime, I would seek unemployment benefits if possible. Good luck.

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Is a co-signer responsible when primary debtor defaults under WA law

Generaly the co-signer would be liable to the lender for the entire amount of the debt, plus interest and attorney fees. It depends what the specific contract says, so you would be wise to have an attorney review the same. Further, if it is a consumer debt (car loan, credit card) rather than a business debt you may have additional rights.

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MY partner and I formed LL C in May 10 I found and we bought a property at great discount fixed up and were gong to sell..

Please call my office for specific advice. It is probable you will need to sue as a member of the LLC in order to force the issue. You have rights of a unit holder, and have probably been removed without authorization.

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How do I object a ER 904 form?

Here is the link to the Court Rule: http://www.courts.wa.gov/court_rules/?fa=court_rules.display&group=ga&set=er&ruleid=gaer0904 We don't really have a "form" to object to it, we just generally file a pleading titled "Objection to ER 904" and state the reasons. You must also contact the assigned judge's chambers to set up a hearing date to hear your objection and file a Notice of Hearing (also serve this on other attorney). There is a form for Notice of Hearing on the Superior Courts website....

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What is the filing fee and process for divorce in Lincoln County, WA

I was hoping to get a more prompt answer. Anyway, to help others, it is currently $250.00 for the filing fee, and $20.00 for the ex parte fee when you send in the Findings of Fact and other final papers after the 90 day waiting period. Payment if not a law firm must be certified check or money order. Hope to help some folks in Washington State!

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Spokane county...can an attorney serve papers via e-mail 12hrs prior to court hearing?

For a civil case, generally no. i do not practice in the area of family law, so there may be an exception for emergency orders, but as for motions, check the court rule. www.spokanecounty,org/superiorcourt if it is Superior Court. If it is District Court or another court, consult the local rules as well at www.spokanecounty.org. If you get to court, point out when you were served and how you were served. You may be able to object to the motion and obtain a continuance based on this. E-...

Costs of work related education paid by employer is deducted from paycheck if no longer employed before 90 days

WA is an at-will state. If you signed the paperwork she gave you, it may be a hurdle. She most likely cannot hold your last paycheck. Search for an employment attorney in Spokane WA, and he or she may be able to assist you. Good luck!

Can anyone recommended a Civil Rights attorney around Spokane Washington?

The Spokane Bar doesn't really give recommendations for attorneys. There are not too many civil rights attorneys in town. It also depends who your case is against, whether an attorney would be interested in it or not. Usually attorneys will not tell you if you have a "bad" case, they will just say they are not able to take the case. The reason for this is another attorney may see another side of it and take your case, so the first attorney does not want to say you don't have a case. Maybe...