Did he breach the construction/sewer contract? Not able to perform job due to unforeseeable reason.

Most likely the contractor should refund your money, less the amount that it reasonably was worth for the sewer scope work already performed. You...

Is this case solid enough to prove discrimination or retaliation where I should contact an employment attorney?

First, this is the type of case that I think you should pursue, but a good attorney will give you a lot of cautionary "don't get excited yet"...

Can I file for unemployment. If I quit do to the fact that I don't have proper equipment to work with even after I have it

As a practical matter, many people have pretty good reasons to quit their jobs, but they are routinely denied unemployment benefits. I would look...

What can I do of I am not happy with the service I am receiving from my real estate agent?

I agree that you must first look to the contract and your obligations there. Second, be aware that if your realtor locates a buyer, who turns out...

Do I have any recourse if my employer laid me off and hired someone in a similar position?

I have represented teachers and administrators in school districts in Western Washington and if this is a "sham" move to restructure you out of a...

Do I need a lawyer for my personal employment rights?

I completely agree with Alex Higgins. We can't always help, but often we can point out ideas and approaches that clients have not considered. You...

Accusing you of committing a crime (which using meth is), is illegal slander per se. Also, rolling the overtime may or may not be a wage and hour...

Do I need a labor/employment lawyer for unpaid overnight sleep time at work when I am required to be on site?

Your employer is probably within the law. However, there is an odd disconnect between federal and state law on this issue, but usually sleep time...

My former employer is withholding my final pay check for the last week I worked for them

You can contact L&I and advise them of this. Your documentation on this issue is better than the company's. They do not have the right to...

Old neighbor died left will for house to my mother in law. What kind of probate paper should she file to courthouse?

I can understand your mother-in-law terminating an attorney that was not actively moving the probate forward, but you really do need a good...