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In Washington state, can a title allow a sibling owner to use real property until their death while all siblings still own it?

Irving's answer | Answered on November 18, 2012

Mr. Frederick is correct. You have 3 common options. One is to give a life estate to the residential sibling. Two is to create a living trust,...

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I applied for a level 8 salary job but was offered a level 6

Irving's answer | Answered on November 18, 2012

As long as they are not discriminating against you because of your race, religion, ethnic group, sexual orientation or other protected class, they...

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What are the ways that the plaintiff and defendant can influence the supreme court justice

Irving's answer | Answered on November 16, 2012

I assume that you mean legally and ethically. The way to influence a supreme court justice is to present a well reasoned argument supported by...

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If two comapnies (A+B) are members of an LLC can company A legally sue company B on behalf of the LLC they are both members of?

Irving's answer | Answered on November 16, 2012

It depends on the Operating Agreement (which may use a different name) establishing the company. With proper authority, a member has the ability to...

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Does a private party lender have the right to "inspect" my house when I'm not in default or late on a house payment

Irving's answer | Answered on November 15, 2012

Your legal relationship is set forth in your Deed of Trust and any other loan documents that you signed. There is no statutory duty to allow them...

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Should I name my contractor's insurance company as a defendant in a breach of contract case?

Irving's answer | Answered on November 15, 2012

I do no understand what you mean that "they aren't at fault." I assume that you are referring to the insurance company, not to the contractor....

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Since I moved in 19 yrs. ago, my neighbor planted 2 birch trees which have intruded more & more on my view for 6+ yrs.

Irving's answer | Answered on November 14, 2012

Your rights are affected primarily by your covenants. Without seeing the terms of the covenants, it is difficult to advise. However, in general a...

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My husband has cancer and has been told he has 3 months or less to live. We had a house and cars in both names except he has

Irving's answer | Answered on November 14, 2012

I am sorry to hear about your situation. A Power of Attorney for your husband would assist in making decisions on his behalf should be become...

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Are there any tax ramifications to me of my 3 kids signing quit claim off a property we all jointly own free and clear in WA st?

Irving's answer | Answered on June 20, 2012

I agree with the other attorney, but want to add one item. Each person has a lifetime amount that they can give without paying any estate or gift...

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Our mortgage was transferred to a new mortgage company now the new company has no record of us, what do we do?

Irving's answer | Answered on June 20, 2012

Review the transfer documents. Typically you receive some type of notice from the new mortgage company. You can go online to see if the Tacoma...

Irving A Sonkin's Answers (559)

In Washington state, can a title allow a sibling owner to use real property until their death while all siblings still own it?

I applied for a level 8 salary job but was offered a level 6

What are the ways that the plaintiff and defendant can influence the supreme court justice

If two comapnies (A+B) are members of an LLC can company A legally sue company B on behalf of the LLC they are both members of?

Does a private party lender have the right to "inspect" my house when I'm not in default or late on a house payment

Should I name my contractor's insurance company as a defendant in a breach of contract case?

Since I moved in 19 yrs. ago, my neighbor planted 2 birch trees which have intruded more & more on my view for 6+ yrs.

My husband has cancer and has been told he has 3 months or less to live. We had a house and cars in both names except he has

Are there any tax ramifications to me of my 3 kids signing quit claim off a property we all jointly own free and clear in WA st?

Our mortgage was transferred to a new mortgage company now the new company has no record of us, what do we do?