A tenant moved out at the end of last month. She left her furniture and bags of personal items. How long do I hold onto them?

The procedure for abandoned property is set forth in RCW 59.18.310. You can find the RCWs by going to http://apps.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx

What if a patient, (not an attorney or insurance company, etc ) requests records...do the same WA state copying fees apply?

Ask for an electronic copy of your records (on a disc, etc.) and reference the HITECH Act. You should be able to get your records for nominal cost.

Should I dismiss my small claims court claim and refile?

If you listed the registered agent as the defendant, then that is not correct. If you listed the landlord as the defendant, but served the...

It is impossible to determine a complete answer from the limited facts you have provided. It is quite possible that this agreement is binding,...

We run an organic CSA farm in WA state and we have a hard time getting people to pay on time. How can we impose a late fee?

It does likely depend on what your current agreement say. You might be able to just send out a notice of a new policy and implement it over a...

I was rear-ended by a Semi. How much should I try to settle for? What's a realistic amount?

I would echo most of the prior comments. I would also note that you need to be wary of any communications with the at-fault party's insurance...

I was hit while jogging by a drunk driver in a rental car. The man has a history of DUI. With his history can I sue Enterprise?

If you were hit by a drunk driver there are a number of potential avenues to explore. The bar or establishment where the drunk driver was served...

As long as that fence has not been in place for 10 or more years, you have the right to require the neighbor move the fence. If the fence has been...

What is the proper course of action to get my bike repaired/replaced and medical costs covered by company driver who hit me?

You should get medical treatment right away. Your medical expenses should be covered by the Personal Injury Protection coverage for Shuttle...

Yes, most likely your girlfriend has effectively been served - assuming she lives with you at the location where you were served. She should act...