The witness's written statement is not admissible in evidence at the trial for the prosecutor's proof. The witness's live testimony is the only...

An un-notarized lease longer than 12 months is enforceable only as a month-to-month lease, but it may still be enforceable for the whole duration...

Am I really consider a cosigner on a student loan?

It's important to know whether you signed as a principal --that is, a co-debtor -- or as a guarantor. A guarantor has a number of possible...

The Washington rule is that a criminal statute of limitations is tolled -- suspended -- as long as the defendant remains outside the state. ...

How do I get a firm barred from representing their client at in court in a small claims case.

I think you have received erroneous advice about the prohibition against lawyers in small claims court. A small claims court is a department of...

Your liability insurer should be taking care of this. If you were driving without insurance, you are vulnerable to the costs and risks of...

Are non competes enforceable in Washington State?

I agree with Mr. Alexander. The validity of a noncompete agreement is fact-sensitive and needs more evaluation than can be given in this online...

Is it possible to get case dropped?

There is court precedent in this state supporting the proposition that a prosecutor cannot dismiss and then re-file merely to buy time when the...

Can I withhold a portion of my commercial rent because A/C, included in my rent, is not working?

Withholding any part of rent opens an easy path for landlord to evict. Maybe a court would agree that your deduction is reasonable, but if you...

Does my landlord have the legal right to video record without having consent or without having it posted anywhere?

Secret sound recording of private conversations is criminal conduct. Secret video recording inside the unit could be criminal conduct, either...