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I just started collecting military pension at age 60. Retired prior to 11-year marriage so is spouse entitled to anything?

Jared's answer | Answered on May 20, 2013

Military retirement is subject to distribution to a former spouse under federal law as a property asset (similar to how a car, house, for funds in...

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What options do i have

Jared's answer | Answered on May 20, 2013

It depends on the lease. For example, if the lease already started (which I assume that it has) then he has the right to possession. You also...

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I have a civil judgement that the creditor has agreed to vacat if i draft a document they agree with. how can i find this doc.

Jared's answer | Answered on May 20, 2013

Some documents are available on http://www.washingtonlawhelp.org/ (see link below). You could also consult with an attorney to either prepare the...

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How long does the employer have to return an employee to work after returning from military leave of less than 31 days?

Jared's answer | Answered on May 17, 2013

Good questions. Under USERRA, an "employer may not delay or attempt to defeat a reemployment obligation by demanding documentation that does not...

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MD I wk for off from april till july I wk part time going back to wk then. Whats the best way to keep employment security

Jared's answer | Answered on May 17, 2013

Why not take a seasonal or temporary job in the interim?

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I got an apartment with my friend well she decided to move a guy in after 2 days into our new place in WA state.

Jared's answer | Answered on May 16, 2013

If the lease specifically limits you from assigning or subletting your lease and you signed it then the landlord can hold you to that. However,...

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Is a landlord obligated to inform possible tenants of changes that will be made to an apartment before they move in?

Jared's answer | Answered on May 15, 2013

There is no hard and fast law against this. However, you have a good argument that what you are getting now is not what you contracted for (i.e.,...

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I am currently renting a home up for short sale on a month to month basis and need to know my rights after a sale

Jared's answer | Answered on May 15, 2013

Your lease probably describes how much notice the landlord has to give you before he can terminate the lease and may address specifically what is...

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Is the landowner responsible for the cost of electricity for a sump pump on my lot. I do not own the land my house sets on.

Jared's answer | Answered on May 15, 2013

Information about who has to pay the utilities should be listed in your rental agreement. See RCW 59.20.060. I suggest you look there to see what...

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Can the board go back on their decision on a written agreement and use HOA funds to reassign part of my yard to a new neighboor?

Jared's answer | Answered on May 15, 2013

I'm sorry, but your question is very hard to respond to without first reviewing the documents forming the HOA and listing its powers, the written...

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I just started collecting military pension at age 60. Retired prior to 11-year marriage so is spouse entitled to anything?

What options do i have

I have a civil judgement that the creditor has agreed to vacat if i draft a document they agree with. how can i find this doc.

How long does the employer have to return an employee to work after returning from military leave of less than 31 days?

MD I wk for off from april till july I wk part time going back to wk then. Whats the best way to keep employment security

I got an apartment with my friend well she decided to move a guy in after 2 days into our new place in WA state.

Is a landlord obligated to inform possible tenants of changes that will be made to an apartment before they move in?

I am currently renting a home up for short sale on a month to month basis and need to know my rights after a sale

Is the landowner responsible for the cost of electricity for a sump pump on my lot. I do not own the land my house sets on.

Can the board go back on their decision on a written agreement and use HOA funds to reassign part of my yard to a new neighboor?