Washington courts typically determine child support according to the custody arrangement and financial standing of each parent. To decide this, courts use a state support schedule that takes into account the income of each parent and the number and age of any...
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What conditions influence a custody modification?
A custody plan can provide invaluable support as you and your ex navigate the tricky world of co-parenting. However, when circumstances challenge the efficiency of your plan, you may need to petition the court for a modification. Understanding under what conditions...
Multi-car accident in Renton kills two
There is an inherent risk associated with driving on Washington's roads and highways. Most find themselves willing to accept this risk, however, due to the assumption that almost all other motorists one might encounter on the road care about avoiding accidents just as...
What is the difference between army and air force divorces?
The laws about military divorce are relatively standardized between the branches, partly because the armed forces view divorce as a mostly civilian matter. Location-specific guidance is available on most major bases, but local family law attorneys probably also have...
How a holiday DUI leads to years of high insurance
When you head out this holiday season, it may serve you well to have transportation lined up beforehand. Drunk driving convictions spike sharply across Washington and the rest of the nation during the holiday season, and they often take a serious personal,...
How can you protect your money in divorce?
Perhaps you spent years commingling money with your spouse, but now that the two of you plan to divorce, you must separate your funds and assets once again. Do you know how to protect your money during divorce? Business Insider offers tips for minimizing financial...
When your coparent wants to move with the children
Washington state law establishes requirements for custodial parents who want to relocate. If you share custody and your child's other parent wants to move away, you likely have legal recourse. Review what the state says about relocation in custody cases to determine...
Should you abstain from Facebook during your divorce?
The answer to the above question is yes. You should abstain from sharing information on Facebook and all other social media during your divorce. Why? Because FindLaw warns that this information could come back to haunt you at your divorce hearing. Over two-thirds of...
Divorcing with shared debt
For most people in the United States, debt is part and parcel of everyday life. From credit cards to automobile loans to home loans and more, consumers may carry a variety of debt at any time. When getting divorced, spouses must determine which debts may be considered...
Pedestrian risks in Washington State
Pedestrians face challenges in a myriad of situations. From crossing streets in designated crosswalks to walking through a parking lot from a vehicle into a store or other building, they must navigate drivers who may not pay attention to their presence. Over the last...