Can a landlord judge the condition of the house if she doesn't visit after it's been cleaned?

I've written a couple of Avvo guides on getting your deposit back after a tenancy in Washington State. When you move out it is a good idea to take...

I am on a lease. Can landlord raise my rent because two previous months rent were a few days late?

Washington's RLTA is found at Title 59, Chapter 18. It is true that your lease controls, but only to the extent that your lease does not conflict...

How to sue a landlord that lives out of state?

Washington's small claims statute provides that you can sue about a rental property located here in WA state even if the defendant is domiciled in...

Landlord teminating 1 year lease 3 months early

Hello: Your landlord is mistaken. Going off of what you have reported here, you have a lease which is valid through the end of August 2009, and do...

Are there lawyers in western WA that specialize in defending the mentally retarded in a criminal matter?

Persons with developmental disabilities are subject to criminal law the same as anyone else. A skilled defense attorney will investigate and review...

WA Landlord knowingly rented foreclosed property 2 days after property auctioned, what r tenants remedies for unlawful dwelling.

On May 20, 2009 he President signed a new law giving tenants with leases 90 days notice before any legal process can occur regarding their tenancy....

Are there any landlord/tenant lawyers in Cowlitz County or SW WA state that will take an IRON CLAD probono tenant issue?

Have you read RCW 59 18 085 and 115? There is a simple protocol you follow. Just yesterday I filed a suit on behalf of a tenant who has done...

How do i fing out if a house has a certificate of occupancy ?

Depends on whether you are in the City or the County. If it is in Tacoma proper, go to the building department at City Hall and ask. If Pierce...

Reasonable wear and tear is a giant loophole. Here is what I mean: Walking back and forth on a carpet is going to produce an effect on the carpet....

Hello: YOu might want to review my legal guide on tenant relocation remedies in Washington. There is a specific protocol you have to follow but the...