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Non-compete Agreements in 2020: Part 2
The laws regarding non-compete agreements in Washington State changed too drastically in 2020 for a single blog post. Previously, we covered some basic changes regarding salary and compensation, but there were other changes to non-compete agreement laws regarding...
Non-compete agreements in 2020: Part 1
Starting in 2020 non-compete agreements will be severely restricted by new Washington State laws. The current statutes, RCW 49.62, can be found here. These changes will impact both new non-compete agreements and those that were in effect prior to January 1, 2020. A...
Did another driver violate Washington’s phone law before causing your wreck?
Proving liability for a motor vehicle collision can be quite difficult, especially because most people don't like to admit they were at fault. The guilty party may lie and try to cover up what they did to contribute to the accident. However, there are certain kinds of...
When will a DUI investigation lead to a blood draw?
A blood draw can happen during a DUI arrest in a couple different circumstances. If a law enforcement officer believes a driver is impaired by drugs rather than alcohol, then the officer may look to draw blood. Another common scenario is when someone under arrest for...
Tens of thousands of discrimination cases follow common themes
Facing discrimination can be disheartening and frustrating. Sometimes you know something’s wrong, but you can’t put your finger on it. Tens of thousands of people may feel the same way every year, and there are a few common causes that rise to the top. The U.S. Equal...
Semi crash draws attention to the importance of safe guardrails
When you're on any highway, you'll notice that there are normally guardrails. Some opponents of these devices argue that they can make crashes worse, but they have a real job to do, too. Guardrails are there to keep vehicles on the road, to prevent them from going...
What is a DUI Pre-Trial Hearing?
DUI and other misdemeanor criminal charges in Washington State will go through several phases before resolution. Each case is different, but in most Spokane DUI cases the Pre-Trial phase will last for three to five months and the court hearings will occur in monthly...
Signs it’s time for your elderly loved one to stop driving
Some safety analysts argue that there are two types of drivers that are the most dangerous ones out on the road; teens and the elderly. Data published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that older drivers are more apt to become...
What is “Safely Off the Roadway?”
There's a close relative to DUI in Washington State called Physical Control of a Motor Vehicle While Under the Influence. Someone arrested for Physical Control will face many of the same penalties as one accused of a DUI. One can be arrested for Physical Control when...
Washington gun owners should take time to learn their rights
In Washington, much like many other states in the country, it's only possible for an individual to purchase a firearm through a licensed dealer. Any prospective buyer must successfully pass a background check before being allowed to buy a gun. All retailers must...