With a continued reliance on technology, estate planning has to evolve with the times—adding a whole new dimension. Your estate plan falls short if it fails to account for the digital assets you’ve accumulated and managed throughout your life. As more of our lives are conducted online, and digital assets grow in value, it's essential to account for them in your estate plan. Without the right plans and documents in Read More

In Washington state, the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor will have major implications for your future and your freedom. It can be the difference between spending a few hundred dollars in fines or a decade plus in prison. Generally, the level of the offense hinges on the intent behind the crime and the circumstances surrounding it (Could it have been avoided? Did the offender use a specific item in Read More

It’s easy to take having a valid Washington driver’s license for granted. You feel free to get behind the wheel and get where you need to go. But, what happens when you lose your license and thus your driving privileges? When your Washington driver’s license is suspended, you may feel trapped (literally and figuratively). You find yourself stuck without easy access to the necessary transportation to get around. Read More

July is National Sandwich Generation Month. Are you a member of this lesser-known generation? You might be without actually knowing it. The Sandwich Generation is defined as being old enough to have children of your own but young enough that one or both of your parents are still living. More than half of Americans in their 40s are a part of this group. This, of course, brings estate planning into focus as you have Read More

Washington is currently experiencing an unfortunate trend as we’ve seen traffic fatalities rise to levels we haven’t seen in over 30 years in our state. These laws are a great challenge for the people of Washington, though, because the government has been adjusting impaired driving and DUI laws seemingly every year for some time now. When you Google search “Washington DUI laws,” it’s likely you’ll find several Read More

It’s almost surreal, the world feels like it’s moving in slow motion.  The sounds deafening, the images may make you close your eyes.  Your body may not even feel like your own. No one wants to be involved in an accident and no one wants a loved one involved either.  But we have all, at one time in our lives, driven by the scene of one and prayed that “everyone is ok.”   So what do you do IF that unimaginable moment Read More

Everyone makes mistakes – it’s an unavoidable reality even for those among us who are most confident in our choices and abilities. However, your story isn’t defined by a single choice or mistake, even if it results in a criminal conviction.  Last month, we discussed vacating criminal charges and convictions for those eligible. As part of our ongoing commitment to help individuals in Washington move past the legal Read More

Here at our office we often say “there is nothing as old as yesterday’s news.”  Applied to the people we assist with criminal record vacation and firearm restoration this could not be closer to the truth.  Everyone makes mistakes, but a lapse in judgment should not define or limit us for the rest of our lives. Many people with criminal records who are committed to building a better life still struggle because of Read More

Injuries, by nature, are unexpected and can be life-altering experiences. Although many people understand why it is necessary, initiating legal action may seem like another stressor during a challenging time. However, concerning personal injury law, acting promptly is more than just advisable—it's essential. The statute of limitations creates deadlines for filing personal injury lawsuits. Ignoring this timeframe can Read More

As we enter 2024, there's an age-old legal question that continues to put the people of Washington in a tough position: Is it ever a good idea to talk to the police during an investigation? Whether you're under investigation, know something crucial about a case, or simply wish to vouch for a friend or loved one, it’s important to refrain from talking to the police. Talking with police officers conducting a criminal Read More