As a motorist in Washington, you know firsthand the frustrations that can come with driving. Whether hurrying home after a long day at work or rushing to an important meeting, maneuvering through traffic can make a person angry. It is the hazardous driving behaviors...
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3 things to know about dividing an IRA in divorce
Dividing up your retirement accounts and pensions is something you are probably nervous about in your divorce, but with the right actions, you may come out of your divorce with enough assets to help you enjoy a good retirement. If you have put money away in an IRA,...
What is the difference between the various degrees of assault?
Most criminal charges have different degrees of potential charges. First-degree charges are the most severe and have the harshest sentencing guidelines. The higher the number is the less severe the charge is. According to the Washington State Legislature, an assault...
Protecting yourself when driving in inclement weather
Driving during inclement weather in Washington might make you feel anxious and uncertain. Intense rain, fog, high winds and even snow can reduce your visibility and put you at a higher risk of crashing. Knowing how to drive in these conditions may give you more...
How to protect your rights as a father
You love your kids and are a devoted dad. However, if you had your babies out of wedlock, did you know you may need to take a few extra steps to have a legal claim on your offspring? You need to be sure that the state recognizes you as the legal father to protect your...
When are you eligible for benefits in a military divorce?
When your marriage to a Washington servicemember ends and you are not a member of the U.S. Armed Forces, you may wonder whether you may still take advantage of benefits reserved for military families once your divorce finalizes. To still be able to use the military...
What should I know about an assertion of parentage?
Not everyone gets married before having a child. Some Washington residents become fathers while unmarried, but then they go ahead and marry the mother. In this situation, you as the father might take the step of filing an assertion of parentage form with the state of...
Are post-divorce finances difficult to balance?
With the dissolution of your marriage in Washington, you may feel the weight of assuming sole responsibility for your finances. Having previously shared income and debts with your partner, shouldering your finances alone may cause uncertainty and stress. When you know...
Will the court approve my request for relocating with my child?
The good news is that you have received a long-awaited promotion at work. However, this will require you and your young son to relocate across the state. You must seek permission from the court as well as from the other parent. How can you increase your chances of...
Leaving properties and assets to heirs without a will or trust
Washington State residents have options to leave assets and properties to heirs without requiring probate. As reported by the American Bar Association, the beneficiaries of life insurance policies and retirement plans do not require probate to receive the proceeds. A...
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