In the state of Washington, it may be possible to end your marriage with a divorce or an annulment. However, it's important to understand that these are two completely different methods of accomplishing this goal, and depending on the circumstances in your case, it...
Month: March 2022
Making a divorce more manageable
No one thinks about an impending divorce on the day of their marriage, but a dissolution becomes a reality for a significant percentage of couples. The shock of entering into divorce proceedings leaves some emotionally shaken. While stress and anxiety are expected for...
What to do if you suspect parental alienation
Parental alienation is when one parent deliberately tries to make their child reject the other parent. It deteriorates the parent-child relationship through manipulation and negativity. Parental alienation is not a crime, but it is relevant to custody decisions. If...
Stop these financial mistakes of settling a divorce
Delays in the Washington divorce process are costly, and the more you disagree, the greater the expense can become. Making financial mistakes in a divorce is easy if payback is all you're considering. There are details to money that you have to consider if you want to...
Changes to non-parental guardianship law in Washington
The role of a guardian is delicate and requires competent people to follow up on government reporting. Those who are already credentialed as guardians only need to make adjustments during their next reporting letter. The new laws governing guardianships in Washington...
The meaning of third-degree assault in Washington
There are four degrees of assault in the Washington criminal justice system. In most cases, an assault is a reckless action against a person that causes injury or death. The severity of the injury varies but could be as simple as a bruise or sprain. What assault in...