In a work reduction lay off, is a non compete contracted worker freed from his or her contract to seek employment?

Washington courts don't like these agreements, which they call "restraint of trade." However, if the agreement is properly drafted, and you were...

Can I sue an employer for misclassifying me as an exempt employee and making me work 50+hours a week without breaks?

Yes. Misclassification is a frequent problem. You are not exempt simply because the employer gives you a certain title. The criteria for being...

Is there a contract my husband and i can sign stating that he will own the credit card debt he is charging during our marriage?

I think you should go to a family law attorney and request that the post-nuptial agreement concerning credit card debt be drafted for you. The...

Am I responsible to pay off contract if I signed as a minor, medicated and in active labor?

Mr. Patrick's answer is sound. However, I think there is a distinction between signing for and receiving medically necessary treatment and...

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Do I need legal representation for having to leave the job under duress? On anti-depression meds from work-related stress

You are learning a hard lesson. You don't say how old you are, how long in the work force, etc. -- but it is a fact of life that every employee's...

It's okay to record in-person conversations

No, you may not do this legally. There have been cases where the original wrong-doer ended up getting a judgment against the "victim" who recorded...

Can a manager in the workplace count a bathroom break against your paid rest period?

Yes. If you have a medical condition that makes more breaks necessary, then you should address the issue with your physician and request a...

What lawyer could revise my contract for me in my location?

You can ask! You don't say what school you are attending, but if it has a law school, you can go there and post a request on the bulletin board...

I live in an HOA in Washington & we haven't had an annual meeting in two years so is there anything that can be done?

I represent a few HOA's, so do not want to give you specific advice as it could be a conflict. However, in general, if you would like to read the...

Where can I find a form to foreclose on a lien?

Do you really mean that you have a valid lien filed with the county recorder's office, and now are taking it to court? This is a legal complaint...