When a trial court makes a decision that doesn't go your way, it can feel frustrating or unfair.

When most people hear "due diligence," they picture million-dollar deals, corporate boardrooms, and hours upon hours of detailed review. But in reality, due diligence shows up in much smaller—and much more ordinary—places.

In the world of mergers and acquisitions, the asset purchase agreement ("APA") is a cornerstone document, and seller representations and warranties are among its most scrutinized provisions.

What happens after your company is the subject of a data security breach?

Modern adoption increasingly relies on digital platforms, from Facebook groups to online matching services, fundamentally changing how adoptive families and expectant parents connect. While technology offers unprecedented opportunities for connection and cost savings, it also introduces new risks including fraud, privacy concerns, and misrepresentation that require careful navigation. Understanding both the benefits and potential pitfalls of online adoption matching helps prospective parents make informed d

For families with substantial wealth, estate planning is often designed to prevent disputes. Trusts are carefully drafted. Assets are placed into entities or trusts. Professional fiduciaries may be appointed to manage property. Succession plans are developed for family businesses.

When it comes to planning your own funeral, most people would rather avoid the topic entirely.

The parts of a lawsuit become common to a lawyer, and it is easy for a lawyer to think a client will understand what is going on.

Adoption costs vary widely depending on numerous factors including agency involvement, legal requirements, birth parent expenses, and interstate considerations. Understanding the categories of expenses—from home...

Most passive real estate investments begin with a simple promise. Investors contribute capital, the sponsor executes the business plan, and everyone shares the profits generated by the property.

For many families, domestic adoption is a path to parenthood built on hope, patience, and careful planning. Yet prospective adoptive parents are often surprised to learn how much the adoption landscape has changed...

Many business owners assume the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) applies only to disputes involving individual consumers.

A King County Superior Court's injunctive relief ruling in a youth baseball business dispute has temporarily shut down Top Tier Sports' operations in Washington State through July 2027. The court found the defendants liable for breach of contract, misappropriation of trade secrets, and other claims after former employees of Elysian One launched a competing league. This case demonstrates the far-reaching consequences of violating non-compete and non-solicitation agreements, with implications extending beyond

Under Washington State law, failing to act in a timely manner at any stage of a lawsuit, from pre-suit initiation through active litigation to post-judgment proceedings, can carry severe procedural and substantive consequences. These consequences range from the absolute bar of a claim or defense to monetary sanctions, evidentiary exclusions, dismissal of the action, and the loss of the right to appeal or collect on a judgment.

Derivative lawsuits allow shareholders to pursue legal claims on behalf of corporations when officers or directors fail to act. Understanding the stringent procedural requirements, including pre-suit demand obligations and the business judgment rule's protective scope, is critical for anyone considering or defending against such actions.

Attorney Ryan G. Foltz explores strategic approaches and legal frameworks for recovering attorney's fees in construction-related litigation. The webinar examines the circumstances under which parties can successfully claim fee awards and the tactical considerations that influence these outcomes in construction disputes.

Attorney Aaron Dunn from the Real Estate and Litigation Transaction Group presents a comprehensive primer on lis pendens, exploring the legal mechanisms and practical implications of this important real estate litigation tool. The webinar examines how lis pendens notices affect property transactions and the rights of parties involved in real estate disputes.