After how many years is a carpet good for before the owner is responsible for replacement

Unless you did something to the carpet extraordinary other than regular wear and tear, the landlord cannot make you pay for the entire carpet...

Do we have rights?

A lot of landlords have strict "no smoking" policies written into the leases with tenants. I assume that your landlord has no such policy. If there...

My landlord shut off my water, and I have been without water since December 17th, 2012.

Like other said, shutting off your water is illegal. Lodge a complaint with your local governmental authority.

Whether a text message is sufficient as written notice is unclear under the Washington Residential Landlord Tenant Law, RCW 59.18. You are correct...

Legal guide for renting to a Washington State Medical Marijuana patient.

I published a law review article on medical marijuana in Washington state. You can find a link to the article on my profile under "Publications."...

Is there any law in WA about what constitutes a valid loan agreement?

This is not a constitutional law question. This is a contracts question, and I will edit the practice area accordingly. The common law of...

Will i get charged?

You may be charged regardless. It's very important for you to get a head jump on this and hire a private lawyer right away so the lawyer can begin...

There are various options for a young first offender to avoid jail time and a conviction on your record. But, you will need to an attorney. Hire...

Filing a Motion for Vacating a Felong in King County Supreme Court - specific steps?

First, it's King County Superior Court, not Supreme Court. Second, you don't need the notice for hearing. But you do need the rest of the...

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Certified mail does not require a signature. A signature is only required if you purchase the "signature required" option. A better way to do it is...