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I am 2 out of 4 Administrators in a Probate. I am opposing a lawsuit in the probate, their is not a majority vote for. The

Ann's answer | Answered on November 17, 2009

If you are opposing what the attorney is doing, it would be best if you obtained your own counsel. It is unusual in my experience for their to be...

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Can an employerr be made to pay for breaks not given when required to do so? this has occurred over a long period of time.

Ann's answer | Answered on November 03, 2009

There are some key elements that you should discuss with an employment lawyer to determine whether you have a claim. Like, how many hours per day...

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Are prenuptial agreements legally binding in Washington state?

Ann's answer | Answered on October 15, 2009

In addition, timeliness of execution of the prenuptial agreement must be considered. t shouldn't be executed shortly before the ceremony when most...

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Can I take an employer to court for wrongful termination after I reported harassment and intimidating behavior?

Ann's answer | Answered on October 15, 2009

You should consult with an employment attorney because depending on the nature of the harassment, you may have a valid claim. If you just have a...

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I'm starting a software business with a friend. What are some good questions to ask when evaluating lawyers?

Ann's answer | Answered on October 14, 2009

That's great that you are being proactive and planning ahead--a great client in the making! You'd want to know their experience in setting up...

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My 50/50 partner wants out of the business, and has turned down a reasonable buyout his shares, and now says that he does not

Ann's answer | Answered on October 14, 2009

You really should consult with a business attorney as you may want to act as an individual or on behalf of the entity and it is very...

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Which document is held up in a court of law, a contract or an employee handbook?

Ann's answer | Answered on October 07, 2009

There are cases when a handbook would be found to be a contract (has all required terms of a contract) and times when a handbook does not meet all...

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Company claims all 401k benificary files are lost,What action should I Take now.

Ann's answer | Answered on October 07, 2009

II'm not sure who "they" is in your post (employer of decedent or the custodian of the 401k). Both should have copies of the records. I'm also not...

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Can I register and operate a nonprofit business though I move around a lot?

Ann's answer | Answered on October 07, 2009

Here's just a couple of thoughts about your post: you'll want to establish a principal place of business within Washington that isn't dependent...

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I am the trustee for my Mothers trust- one of 5 siblings- what are the normal percentage costs for billing the trust for my time

Ann's answer | Answered on October 07, 2009

We represent a lot of trustees (corporate and individual) and there is a wide range of fees charged. Is there a guardian of the estate also? You...

Ann Davison Sattler's Answers (56)

I am 2 out of 4 Administrators in a Probate. I am opposing a lawsuit in the probate, their is not a majority vote for. The

Can an employerr be made to pay for breaks not given when required to do so? this has occurred over a long period of time.

Are prenuptial agreements legally binding in Washington state?

Can I take an employer to court for wrongful termination after I reported harassment and intimidating behavior?

I'm starting a software business with a friend. What are some good questions to ask when evaluating lawyers?

My 50/50 partner wants out of the business, and has turned down a reasonable buyout his shares, and now says that he does not

Which document is held up in a court of law, a contract or an employee handbook?

Company claims all 401k benificary files are lost,What action should I Take now.

Can I register and operate a nonprofit business though I move around a lot?

I am the trustee for my Mothers trust- one of 5 siblings- what are the normal percentage costs for billing the trust for my time