To answer your narrow question, there is no special modeling agency exemption. The independent contractor v. employee test is most clearly stated...

The answer to this question depends on the language of the non-compete clause. Even if your non-compete is enforceable by its terms (and most are...

Can I sue my former employer for unlawfully withholding money from paycheck?

Margaret -- the answer to this question may depend upon whether you were an independent contractor or an employee. You state that you were an...

What can I do if I feel I have been wrongfully terminated?

While it is true that Washington is an at will employment state, there are exceptions. You may have a claim for wrongful termination in violation...

You need to contact a criminal defense attorney with experience in federal court. If you can't afford one, contact the Federal Defenders office at...

How would I draw up a contract in the state of Washington for a marijuana dispensary?

You should contact someone with knowledge and experience with I-502. It is heavily regulated and you need to stay in compliance or risk losing...

How would this non-compete agreement effect working for a competitor?

Under Washington Law, noncompetes are enforceable to the extent that they are necessary for the protection of business or goodwill of the employer;...

How do I get a civil cased dismissed when I am out of Jurisdiction?

You can only be sued out of state if personal jurisdiction is provided under the state long arm statute (RCW 4.28.185) and the constitutional...

Does a Delaware-based company have to reveal that a non-compete issue was the reason for an employee's lay-off?

Yes you have a right to know why you were fired. Pursuant to WAC 296-126-050, "Every employer shall, within ten business days of receiving a...

Can I amend complaint?

Under Rule 15, motions for leave to amend are liberally granted provided that the defendant is not prejudiced and the amendment is not futile. You...