In Washington State, the consequences for a first-time DUI conviction can include fines, jail time, community service, and mandatory attendance at a DUI education or treatment program. The specific penalties will depend on the circumstances of the ca…
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The Washington State Timeshare Act is a law that regulates the sale and marketing of timeshares in the state of Washington. The main purpose of the Timeshare Act is to protect consumers from fraudulent or misleading practices by timeshare developers…
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Prevailing on a Breach of Contract Claim, Generally To prevail on a breach of contract claim in Washington State, a plaintiff must prove that: Defendant entered into a contract with Plaintiff; one or more terms of the contract were breached by Defend…
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The value of a personal injury case is determined by a number of factors, including the nature and extent of the injuries, the costs of medical treatment, the amount of lost wages and income, and the pain and suffering caused by the injuries. The pri…
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In Washington State, a misdemeanor is a criminal offense that is considered less serious than a felony, but more serious than an infraction. Examples of misdemeanors include certain types of assault, theft, and driving under the influence (DUI). Pena…
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What is the Washington State Consumer Protection Act? The Washington State Consumer Protection Act, also known as the Consumer Protection Act (CPA), is a state law that aims to protect consumers from unfair or deceptive business practices. The law gi…
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What is Arbitration? Arbitration is a form of alternative dispute resolution where two or more parties to a dispute conduct discovery, have motion hearings, take depositions of witnesses, and ultimately present their case to a neutral Arbitrator who…
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Lessons from Hundreds of Timeshare Fraud Cases Before I established my own law practice, I worked in a mid-sized consumer protection law firm. During that time, I saw hundreds of timeshare fraud cases. The most deceptive and predatory companies I eve…
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If you receive an injury caused by the negligence of another person, and you pursue a claim for compensation from the at-fault party, your case goes through identifiable stages before reaching conclusion. This discussion provides a summary of the sta…
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