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Aaron A. Pelley Blawg

Aaron A. Pelley Blawg

Examines legal topics and news in Washington state. By Pelley Law, PLLC.

http://washingtonstatecriminaldefense.com
  • Jul 6

    US v McKinley

    US v McKinley
    An exciting ruling for Medical Cannabis Lawyers came out of Eastern District of Washington. You can read coverage from other bloggers here. In short, the Judge held that medical cannabis is decriminalized and that a plain and ordinary reading…
  • Nov 29

    Case Law Update 11-25-11

    Case Law Update 11-25-11
    From the Desk of Dena Alo-Colbeck The following criminal cases of note were decided this week: Washington State Law Division One Court of Appeals State v. Duncalf:  The Court upheld the jury’s general and special verdicts, finding that the…
  • Nov 21

    Case Law Update 11-18-11

    Case Law Update 11-18-11
    The following criminal cases of note were decided this week:   Washington State Law   Washington State Supreme Court Personal Restraint of Coats:   The court reviewed a challenge to Mr. Coats’ judgment and sentence that was brought…
Rank this Week: 5031

Arrow Law Group

Arrow Law Group

Covers bankruptcy law and opinions.

http://blog.arrowlawgroup.com/
  • Aug 7

    How HAMP Loan Modifications Work

    How HAMP Loan Modifications Work
    HAMPIn 2008, the federal government rolled out a program called the "Home Affordable Modification Program" or "HAMP". The program pays lenders to work with homeowners. However, the compensation is not very much (especially when compared to…
  • Jun 12

    How lawyers help in car accident

    How lawyers help in car accident
    You're driving down I-5 on a sunny Monday morning. Traffic seems to be flowing smoothly at 60 mph. Suddenly, you notice the car in front of you stopped with its brake lights on. You try to change lanes, but there's no time---plus cars around…
  • May 9

    Amendments to the Foreclosure Fairness Act

    Amendments to the Foreclosure Fairness Act
    Washington's Foreclosure Fairness Act is being amended and will take effect in June 2012. Among the changes include a new timeline and additional requirements for both the borrowers and lenders. The new rule will require a Notice of Default…
Rank this Week: 5157

Bellevue Tax Lawyer Blog

Bellevue Tax Lawyer Blog

Covers tax law. By the Law Office of Aaron P. Richter.

http://www.richtertaxblog.com/
Rank this Week: 3617

Byrd Garrett PLLC Blog

Byrd Garrett PLLC Blog

Covers Washington elder law, estate planning, and long term care.

http://www.byrdgarrett.com/blog/
  • Jan 26

    Understanding the Clauses in Your Will

    Understanding the Clauses in Your Will
    Knowing about the different kinds of clauses that are in your will is an important part of understanding the estate plan that you’re trying to put together. After all, if you don’t know what the will is saying, how can you know…
  • Jan 26

    Are You Doing Too Much? The Difference Between Caretaking and Caregiving

    Are You Doing Too Much? The Difference Between Caretaking and Caregiving
    As more people spend time providing elder care services to parents or other elderly family members, they often experience stress or difficulties because of the services they provide. Elder care, especially for untrained volunteers, can be…
  • Jan 26

    Learning From General Norman Schwarzkopf

    Learning From General Norman Schwarzkopf
    As commander of coalition forces during operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm, General Norman Schwarzkopf left behind a legacy as a great military commander when he died this December. He also left behind a legacy that can teach us a lot…
Rank this Week: 3215

Calbom & Schwab News

Calbom & Schwab News

Covers the topics of workers' compensation, personal injury, and Social Security disability.

http://www.calbomschwab.com/category/news/
  • Feb 24

    Benton County High School Mock Trial Competition

    Benton County High School Mock Trial Competition
    This weekend Ashley White and I drove down to the Benton County Courthouse in Kennewick, Washington (the Tri Cities) to judge local high school trial teams in their mock trial regional finals. I participated in two mock trials and was able to…
  • Jan 20

    It’s That Time of Year: Watch Out for Deer!

    It’s That Time of Year: Watch Out for Deer!
    During the late fall and throughout winter deer migrate to lower elevations, creating a serious hazard for drivers. However, most drivers are not aware of the heightened danger of deer crossings brought on by the changing weather.…
  • Jan 7

    What Do You Do After Another Driver Injures You In an Automobile Accident?

    What Do You Do After Another Driver Injures You In an Automobile Accident?
    The time right after a car accident is stressful and can even be downright traumatic in some situations. The goal of this article is to help guide you through this confusing and time-consuming process by giving you a non-exhaustive checklist…
Rank this Week: 4046

Campylobacter Blog

Campylobacter Blog

Covers campylobacter outbreaks and news. By Marler Clark.

http://www.campylobacterblog.com/
  • May 11

    Alaska Raw Milk Campylobacter Outbreak is over

    Alaska Raw Milk Campylobacter Outbreak is over
    At least 31 residents of Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula were sickened early this year in a Campylobacter outbreak linked to raw milk, according to a report from state health officials. While... Continue Reading
  • Mar 5

    More Ill with Campylobacter in Alaska – Raw Milk to Blame

    More Ill with Campylobacter in Alaska – Raw Milk to Blame
    News reports that Alaska State health officials report a total of 24 people have fallen ill, two of whom were hospitalized, after drinking tainted raw milk from a Kenai Peninsula... Continue Reading
  • Feb 23

    Alaska Campylobater Cases Rise After Raw Milk Consumption

    Alaska Campylobater Cases Rise After Raw Milk Consumption
    Alaska Department of Health reports that to date, a total of 18 individuals have been identified in this outbreak. Some of these individuals have had recurrent campylobacter illness. Two required... Continue Reading
Rank this Week: 2811

CMS Law Firm's DUI Blog

CMS Law Firm's DUI Blog

Covers Seattle DUI and criminal law.

http://dui-defense-blog.com/
Rank this Week: 4638

Commercial Real Estate Lawyer Blog

Commercial Real Estate Lawyer Blog

By Samuelson Law Offices, LLC

http://www.commercialrealestatelawyerblog.com/
  • Oct 8

    Real Estate Title Problems - Solutions Available Only in Bankruptcy

    Real Estate Title Problems - Solutions Available Only in Bankruptcy
    Sometimes a parcel of commercial real estate suffers such title problems that it becomes so unwieldy that a title insurance is unwilling to insure over. In such situations, the extraordinary powers of a Bankruptcy Court may be the only…
  • Jun 16

    Unique Aspects of LLCs in Bankruptcy

    Unique Aspects of LLCs in Bankruptcy
    For Bankruptcy purposes, limited liability companies ("LLC's") are not treated as limited partnerships, but as corporations. Even a single member LLC is treated differently from an "individual" in Bankruptcy. The Bankruptcy of a member of a…
  • Apr 20

    Resources for Consumers Seeking Relief from Distressed Residential Mortgage

    Resources for Consumers Seeking Relief from Distressed Residential Mortgage
    FOR CONSUMERS SEEKING RELIEF FROM DISTRESSED RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGES (a) FEDERAL PROGRAMS AVAILABLE OR UNDER DISCUSSION, and (b) LEGAL ASSISTANCE in D.C., MARYLAND and VIRGINIA …
Rank this Week: 4641

Construction Law Blog

Construction Law Blog

Covers construction litigation and legislation in Washington, Alaska and Oregon. By Ahlers & Cressman PLLC.

http://www.ac-lawyers.com/blogs.php
Rank this Week: 2144

Construction Law Monitor

Construction Law Monitor

Covers construction contracts, disputes and liens. By Wolfe Law Group.

http://www.constructionlawmonitor.com/
  • Oct 16

    California Civil Procedure Series – How to File Suit

    California Civil Procedure Series – How to File Suit
    As an attorney in multiple states (California and Louisiana) there are many overlapping rules and theory of law that are transferable from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
  • Sep 26

    Tips to Stay Organized: Going Back to the Basic

    Tips to Stay Organized: Going Back to the Basic
    Technology is everywhere. We use it constantly throughout every hour of each day. While it has made our lives easier and more convenient, is it better than a time when we didn’t rely on it so much? Most would agree that yes, it is better,…
  • Sep 21

    California Civil Procedure Series – Litigation Tip

    California Civil Procedure Series – Litigation Tip
    As an attorney in multiple states (California and Louisiana) there are many overlapping rules and theory of law that are transfe
Rank this Week: 579

Copyright Infringement Advisor

Copyright Infringement Advisor

Covers DMCA, fair use, and online piracy. By Whitaker Law Group.

http://www.copyrightinfringementadvisor.com
  • Oct 9

    Copyright Trolling: Don’t Get A Default!

    Copyright Trolling: Don’t Get A Default!
    We all talk about these mass bittorrent lawyers like they are
  • Oct 4

    Copyright Trolling: AF Holdings Names Another Doe

    Copyright Trolling: AF Holdings Names Another Doe
    It looks like the Copyright Trolls are trying to make good on their threats to start suing individuals who refuse to settle up. Earlier, Daniel G.
  • Sep 28

    Open WiFi Is NOT Negligence

    Open WiFi Is NOT Negligence
    I wanted to post a quick note about the new case recently filed by Daniel G. Ruggiero in Pennsylvania, as reported by DieTrollDie.
Rank this Week: 4093

Criminal Defense Blog

Criminal Defense Blog

By Dichter Law Office.

http://www.dichterlawoffice.com/Criminal-Defense-Blog.aspx
  • Apr 26

    Keep Your License and Registration Nearby When Driving

    Keep Your License and Registration Nearby When Driving
    It can be disorienting and frightening to be pulled over by a police officer. Drivers typically get nervous when confronted by law enforcement and may stammer or shake as their nerves get to them. That is why it is important that drivers…
  • Feb 27

    Anti-Whaling Protesters Declared Pirate

    Anti-Whaling Protesters Declared Pirate
    The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals recently declared that the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society is a band of pirates. This means that the government has officially declared that this anti-whaling advocate group is illegal and that their tactics…
  • May 23

    2nd Degree Manslaughter Charges for Marysville Cop

    2nd Degree Manslaughter Charges for Marysville Cop
    As a Lynnwood Criminal Defense attorney, I keep myself up to speed on all major local criminal defense related stories. And as a parent, it breaks my heart to hear about the accidental shootings of children. These two things collided in…
Rank this Week: 5236

Decoupling

Decoupling

Covers family law in Seattle, Washington. By Rao & Pierce.

http://decouplingblog.com
  • May 10

    With Glass Ceiling “Pierced”, More Women Pay Spousal Support

    With Glass Ceiling “Pierced”, More Women Pay Spousal Support
    Although “alimony” is still commonly perceived to be a man’s burden, more and more women are providing financial support to their exes during or after a divorce. A recent survey of the members of the American Academy of Matrimonial…
  • May 4

    Do I Need a Prenuptial Agreement?

    Do I Need a Prenuptial Agreement?
    Question My fiance and I are getting married this summer. A couple of nights ago, he mentioned that one of his buddies said we should look into getting a prenup before the wedding.  Neither of us have much property to speak of, and my…
  • Apr 27

    Painful Memories Transformed Into “Representations of the Unconscious Self.”

    Painful Memories Transformed Into “Representations of the Unconscious Self.”
    For the last ten years, artist Mercedes Gertz has been turning painful artifacts – wedding photos from doomed marriages – into stunning works of art.  Using a scanner, Gertz and her collaborator, Nancy Louise Jones, transform unwanted…
Rank this Week: 3495

Derek's Tax blog

Derek's Tax blog

Covers taxes and estate planning. By the Jensen Law Office.

http://washingtonstateestatelaw.com/blogs
  • Dec 17

    14 Days and Counting - Two Years Ago Today

    14 Days and Counting - Two Years Ago Today
    Today marks the two year anniversary of the bill that extended the Bush tax provisions for two years and raised the Federal Estate Tax and Gift Tax Exemption to $5 million. My how things have changed! Two years ago the Republicans in Congress…
  • Dec 5

    New Year-End Planning Resource

    New Year-End Planning Resource
    I would like to bring your attention to two new resources for your Year-End Estate Tax Planning: Free Estate Planning Opportunities Webinar Planning Opportunities Not to Miss in 2012A Free Estate Planning Webinar for American Families and…
  • Dec 4

    Estate Tax Fiscal Cliff - 27 Days and Counting - What will the Estate Tax be on January 1st?

    Estate Tax Fiscal Cliff - 27 Days and Counting - What will the Estate Tax be on January 1st?
    There may be 27 calendar days left, but there are only 16 Planning Days left before the fiscal cliff! It may be too late to do anything, so what are the possible outcomes for the estate tax? As I see it, here are the three most likely…
Rank this Week: 4809

Employment Advisory

Employment Advisory

Employment Law observations for employers and employees in Washington State. By Rod Stephens.

http://www.employmentadvisoryblog.com/
Rank this Week: 4103

Employment Update

Employment Update

Covers current issues in employment, labor and benefits law. By Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt.

http://employmentupdate.schwabeblog.com/
  • May 23

    Asking for Facebook Passwords? Not in Washington.‎

    Asking for Facebook Passwords? Not in Washington.‎
    By Brian Keeley, Stephanie Berntsen, Farron Curry, Attorneys, Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt Washington Governor Jay Inslee has signed legislation that prohibits employers from asking or requiring employees or job applicants to provide…
  • Mar 20

    Employers Beware: Portland City Council Passes Sick Leave Mandate

    Employers Beware: Portland City Council Passes Sick Leave Mandate
    By Leora Coleman-Fire, Attorney The City of Portland joined Seattle, San Francisco, Washington D.C., and the State of Connecticut when the Portland City Council unanimously passed a paid sick leave ordinance on March 13, 2013. The ordinance…
  • Mar 8

    Employers Required to Use New Form I-9‎

    Employers Required to Use New Form I-9‎
    By Bradley Maier, Attorney On March 8, 2013, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (”USCIS”) announced that a new Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification Form, is now available for use (Rev. 03/08/13, expiration date…
Rank this Week: 1465

Federalist Society - University of…

Federalist Society - University of Washington Chapter

Covers limited government, freedom, federalism and judicial restraint.

http://uwfedsoc.blogspot.com/
  • Dec 25

    Somebody bless us, or something

    Somebody bless us, or something
    This is an encouraging sign. The freedom to worship whatever God we find most pleasing is perhaps the most fundamental freedom; it signifies freedom of thought. The fact that Iraqis are now free to worship Jesus if the mood strikes them…
  • Dec 15

    Fifth Amendment Victory

    Fifth Amendment Victory
    Saw an interesting post over on The Volokh Conspiracy about a first dip into a murky 5th Amendment issue - can the gov't compel a suspect to enter a computer password? A man was detained at the Vermont-Canada border on suspicion of…
  • Nov 22

    Holiday (Second Amendment) Reading

    Holiday (Second Amendment) Reading
    The Supreme Court's grant of cert. in DC v. Heller reminded me of an entertaining article on the Supreme Court's last Second Amendment ruling in 1939. I recommend Brian Frye, The Peculiar Story of United States vs. Miller, NYU Journal of Law…
Rank this Week: 3084

Food Poison Journal

Food Poison Journal

Covers food poisoning and foodborne illness outbreaks. By Marler Clark.

http://www.foodpoisonjournal.com/
  • May 22

    Salmonella Tahini Outbreak in Six State

    Salmonella Tahini Outbreak in Six State
    A total of eight persons infected with the outbreak strains of Salmonella Montevideo or Salmonella Mbandaka have been reported from six states. The number of ill persons identified in each state is as follows: California (1), Minnesota (2),…
  • May 22

    Las Vegas Firefly Salmonella Outbreak Nears 300 from 27 states and 2 Foreign Countrie

    Las Vegas Firefly Salmonella Outbreak Nears 300 from 27 states and 2 Foreign Countrie
    According to today’s REPORT from the Southern Nevada Health District, the epidemic curve as of May 20, 2013 is presented in the figure below and shows a total of 294 people whose illnesses met the case definition (73 confirmed and…
  • May 21

    College Station Texas Coco Loco Source of E. coli Outbreak

    College Station Texas Coco Loco Source of E. coli Outbreak
    College Station Coco Loco restaurant was the source of the E. coli that caused illnesses in the Bryan/College Station area, according to health officials.  At a Brazos County Health Department press conference Tuesday afternoon,…
Rank this Week: 171

Graham Lawyer Blog

Graham Lawyer Blog

Covers criminal law, law and technology stories, and first amendment issues from around Eastern Washington. By Stephen Graham.

http://www.grahamlawyerblog.com/
  • May 8

    The Dog Sniff and the Fourth Amendment

    The Dog Sniff and the Fourth Amendment
    Guest post by Matthew Leach, Attorney at King Law Offices | North & South Carolina The United States Supreme Court recently ruled on a drug sniffing dog case from Florida and the steps police can take to get probable cause for a search of…
  • Mar 17

    Jeffrey Havard – Latest New

    Jeffrey Havard – Latest New
    It is unthinkable that a modern democratic state would act the way that Mississippi did in the handling of the Jeffrey Havard case.  Months ago, I published a blog on Jeffrey Havard, a wrongly convicted man currently sitting on…
  • Mar 15

    Dorm Room Searche

    Dorm Room Searche
      I wrote about dorm room searches two years ago, and I figured I might revisit this topic.  I was the guest on the It’s a Crime radio show in Los Angeles last month on AM 1050.  You can listen in here.  Here is a…
Rank this Week: 2393

GTH Energy & Natural Resources Law…

GTH Energy & Natural Resources Law Blog

Covers renewable energy, environmental regulation and the Clean Water Act. By Gordon Thomas Honeywell.

http://www.energynaturalresourceslaw.com/
Rank this Week: 313

GTH Estate Planning Blog

GTH Estate Planning Blog

Covers Washington estate planning and family law issues. By Gordon Thomas Honeywell.

http://www.gthestateplanning.com/
Rank this Week: 1408

Hepatitis A Blog

Hepatitis A Blog

Covers Hepatitis A news, legal cases and resources. By Marler Clark.

http://www.hepatitisblog.com/
  • May 15

    Marler Clark Retained in North Carolina Hepatitis A Scare

    Marler Clark Retained in North Carolina Hepatitis A Scare
    Ironically, May is Hepatitis Awareness Month and May 19 is Hepatitis Testing Day. That is coming a bit late for some patrons at the High Hampton Inn restaurant in Cashiers,... Continue Reading
  • May 9

    Hepatitis A Risk in North Carolina

    Hepatitis A Risk in North Carolina
    North Carolina Health officials are urging patrons of a restaurant at a Cashiers resort to receive vaccinations after learning an employee there had hepatitis A. Any patron who ate at... Continue Reading
  • May 3

    Yet Another Hepatitis A Scare – Why the Hell not Vaccinate?

    Yet Another Hepatitis A Scare – Why the Hell not Vaccinate?
    Southeastern Idaho Public Health announced Friday that an employee of the pizza restaurant tested positive for hepatitis A on May 2. Customers who ate at the establishment on April 19,... Continue Reading
Rank this Week: 4538

Insight Law Firm

Insight Law Firm

Covers tax laws and cases.

http://insightlawfirm.wordpress.com/
Rank this Week: 623

IP Law Chat

IP Law Chat

Covers IP, technology and media news. By Stacia Lay of Hendricks & Lewis PLLC.

http://iplaw.hllaw.com/
Rank this Week: 2678

iVLG Business Law Blog

iVLG Business Law Blog

Covers news, strategy and legal services of businesses and entrepreneurs. By inVigor Law Group PLLC.

http://www.invigorlaw.com/blog/
  • Nov 20

    A Practical Guide to Reseller Permits in Washington State

    A Practical Guide to Reseller Permits in Washington State
    It’s important to keep up-to-date on state and local regulations that govern the purchase and sale of goods within Washington state, including which sales taxes may affect your business. Washington no longer uses resale certificates;…
  • Nov 15

    iVLG News Roundup Week 44: Law Firm Merger, Starbucks Acquisition, BP Oil Spill Resolution

    iVLG News Roundup Week 44: Law Firm Merger, Starbucks Acquisition, BP Oil Spill Resolution
    Mergers and Acquisitions Starbucks Acquires Teavana for $620 Million Cash On Thursday, the Seattle-based coffee giant announced its plan to acquire Atlanta-based tea company, Teavana Holdings Inc. This acquisition comes as part of…
  • Nov 9

    iVLG News Roundup Week 43: Whistleblower Wins, Google Venture, Dodd Frank, etc.

    iVLG News Roundup Week 43: Whistleblower Wins, Google Venture, Dodd Frank, etc.
    Regional News Whistleblower Receives Multi-Million Dollar Settlement The former CFO of Seattle-based biopharmaceutical company Omeros Corp., Richard Klein, received nearly $4 million in settlement to resolve a wrongful termination and…
Rank this Week: 2991

KCLL Klues: Washington State Legal…

KCLL Klues: Washington State Legal Research

Tips and tricks for Legal Research in Washington State. From the King County Law Library.

http://www.kcll.org/wordpress
  • May 1

    Seattle & MRJC Libraries Closing at 3:30pm (5/1/12)

    Seattle & MRJC Libraries Closing at 3:30pm (5/1/12)
    Both law library locations will be closing at 3:30pm due to transit and security concerns. The Seattle library will reopen at 8am and the MRJC library in Kent will open at 8:30am
  • May 1

    Law Library to Close at 3:30 Tuesday, May 1, 2012

    Law Library to Close at 3:30 Tuesday, May 1, 2012
    Both the Seattle and Kent locations of the Public Law Library of King County will close at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 1.  We expect to resume our normal hours on Wednesday, May 2.
  • Apr 17

    New Computers Coming May 1

    New Computers Coming May 1
    The law library is excited to announce that we will be installing new computers for public use in both of our locations. The expected launch of these new machines is May 1st and much of the work will be done during the full-day in-service…
Rank this Week: 1199

Law Office of Scott Lawrence, PLLC…

Law Office of Scott Lawrence, PLLC

Covers DUI charges in Washington State.

http://waduiatty.com
  • Aug 24

    How Washington’s Public Defenders and Local Governments Are Putting You At Risk

    How Washington’s Public Defenders and Local Governments Are Putting You At Risk
    Washington Supreme Court has adopted new caseload rules for Public Defense Services. Part of the law goes inot effect on September 1, 2012 with all new guidelines to be inplace on September 1, 2013. The new standards, approved by the…
  • Jul 16

    The Revival of the Confrontation Clause

    The Revival of the Confrontation Clause
    Not so long ago, when I was in law school it appeared that the Confrontation Clause (the Sixth Amendment Right to confront one’s accusers) was all but dead. Over the years the courts had crafted so many exceptions to the hearsay rule that…
  • Jan 5

    Find Out More About Washington Defense LawyerScott Weymouth Lawrence(855) WASH-DUI

    Find Out More About Washington Defense LawyerScott Weymouth Lawrence(855) WASH-DUI
    Watch the following video for more information about Washington DUI and Criminal Defense Attorney Scott W. Lawrence and the Law Office of Scott Lawrence, pllc.
Rank this Week: 4623

Law, Technology & Arts Blog

Law, Technology & Arts Blog

Covers emerging legal issues in IP, technology, commerce, and the arts. From the Washington Journal of Law, Technology & Arts.

http://wjlta.wordpress.com/
  • May 20

    The Appropriation Artist Currently Known as Prince

    The Appropriation Artist Currently Known as Prince
    By Chris Young You know you have made it as a photographer, when your work is appropriated by an artist well known for relying on other artists’ copyrighted material. Last month, the Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit reversed a…
  • May 13

    Could Trademark Litigation Force the Washington Redskins to Change Their Name?

    Could Trademark Litigation Force the Washington Redskins to Change Their Name?
    By Pedro Celis In Blackhorse v. Pro Football, Inc., a group of Native American plaintiffs is challenging several of the Washington Redskins’ trademarks before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB). They claim that the Redskins…
  • May 3

    Don’t Mix with the Sixth!

    Don’t Mix with the Sixth!
    By Abby St. Hilaire Music sampling has become a mainstay in nearly all genres of popular music. Sampling involves selecting portions of pre-existing sound recordings to use as components of new musical compositions. The amount of work…
Rank this Week: 331

Listeria Blog

Listeria Blog

Covers listeria news and outbreaks. By Marler Clark.

http://www.listeriablog.com/
  • May 2

    Once there was Salmonella, now Listeria, in Stump Acres Raw Milk

    Once there was Salmonella, now Listeria, in Stump Acres Raw Milk
    Health officials in Pennsylvania are advising customers of Stump Acres Dairy in York County to discard any raw milk purchased from the dairy after a sample tested positive for Listeria... Continue Reading
  • May 2

    Meatballs with Listeria

    Meatballs with Listeria
    P.E. & F. Inc., a St. Louis establishment, is recalling approximately 123 pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat meatballs due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food... Continue…
  • Apr 7

    More Smoked Salmon Recalled due to Listeria

    More Smoked Salmon Recalled due to Listeria
    The public warning issued on April 3, 2013 has been expanded to include additional products because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Previously identified products included in this recall... Continue Reading
Rank this Week: 730

Local Open Government Blog

Local Open Government Blog

Covers legal issues on open government laws in Washington state and the rest of the nation. By Foster Pepper.

http://www.localopengovernment.com/
  • May 10

    Redact or Withhold? Will the State Supreme Court's New Disclosure Flow Chart Be Useful?

    Redact or Withhold? Will the State Supreme Court's New Disclosure Flow Chart Be Useful?
    Yesterday was a busy day for public records issues, as the Washington Supreme Court issued two detailed decisions relating to the State Public Records Act. In Ameriquest Mortgage Co. v. Office of the Attorney General, the Court held…
  • Apr 22

    Under the PRA, Non-Physicians are Peers of Physician

    Under the PRA, Non-Physicians are Peers of Physician
    Responding to complaints about Dr. Cornu-Labat, Quincy Valley Hospital conducted two ad hoc investigations concerning separate allegations of intoxication and incompetency to practice medicine.  The ad hoc investigations failed to…
  • Mar 8

    "Express Lane" for Routine Public Records Request

    "Express Lane" for Routine Public Records Request
     The Tri-City Herald reports that the Pasco City Council, in a 5-2 decision on Monday, adopted a new policy for handling public records by creating two processing tracks based upon on the complexity of the request. The new policy is…
Rank this Week: 2240

Maritime Injury Law Blog

Maritime Injury Law Blog

Covers offshore injuries involving fishing vessels. By Beard, Stacey, Trueb & Jacobsen, LLP.

http://www.maritimeinjurylawyersblog.com/
  • Feb 8

    Rescues at Sea, the United States Coast Guard, and Issues of Liability

    Rescues at Sea, the United States Coast Guard, and Issues of Liability
    Laws regarding saving human life are not always cut and dry. According to federal law, 45 USC Section 2304, the master of a vessel must aid anyone at sea who is in danger of losing their lives, as long as...
  • Feb 1

    Coastal Villages Region Fund (F/V NORTH SEA) Fisherman Medevaced by Coast Guard

    Coastal Villages Region Fund (F/V NORTH SEA) Fisherman Medevaced by Coast Guard
    On January 30, a 23-year-old fisherman was air-lifted from F/V NORTH SEA, a Seattle-based Coastal Villages Region Fund crab boat. According to reports, NORTH SEA crewmembers called the Coast Guard that afternoon when the man was seen…
  • Jan 25

    Four Crewmen Rescued From Washington Fishing Vessel

    Four Crewmen Rescued From Washington Fishing Vessel
    The Coast Guard received a May Day message at approximately 2:30 a.m. last night from the fishing vessel GENESIS A. The vessel was reportedly aground on a sand bar at the mouth of Willapa Bay near Leadbetter Point. A helicopter...
Rank this Week: 981

Maritime Injury Lawyer Blog

Maritime Injury Lawyer Blog

Published By Injury at Sea

http://www.maritimeinjury.com/
  • Apr 18

    Tugboat Hits Submerged Object, Sink

    Tugboat Hits Submerged Object, Sink
    100 ft tugboat, Kaleen McAllister, sank off Pier 3 in Locust Point, Balitmore on May 4th. Reportedly everyone had left the tugboat safely by the time it sank. Apparently the tugboat struck a submerged object, leaving it damaged and taking on…
  • Apr 18

    Two Barge Collision - Six Missing

    Two Barge Collision - Six Missing
    Two Chinese barges, both carrying construction waste and sand collided in thick fog near Hong Kong. Six people were missing. The force of the impact threw eleven crew members of one barge into the sea; that vessel sank very quickly after the…
  • Apr 18

    Cruise ship pool near drowning

    Cruise ship pool near drowning
    The incident occurred on March 30, a 4 year old boy nearly drowned right after the boy and his family boarded the Disney Fantasy ship in Port Canaveral for a cruise to the Western Caribbean. He was pulled from one of the ship's three pools,…
Rank this Week: 1010

Maritime Lawyer Blog

Maritime Lawyer Blog

Covers Jones Act claims and cruise ship accidents. By John Merriam & Gordon Webb.

http://www.maritimelawyer-blog.com/
  • May 18

    Cargo Ship Accident Kills at Least Seven People Off the Coast of Italy

    Cargo Ship Accident Kills at Least Seven People Off the Coast of Italy
    A cargo ship ran into one of the busiest port in Italy last week, killing at least seven people, injuring others, and causing two people to go missing. Weather conditions were considered to be "perfect" for navigating the cargo ship out of…
  • May 9

    Pacific Seafarers Finally Claim Three Months of Unpaid Wage

    Pacific Seafarers Finally Claim Three Months of Unpaid Wage
    Seafarers in Washington can look to the example set by the seamen aboard a cargo tanker who had not been paid for three months. The tanker sailed from Indonesia and remained docked in Singapore for two months. 20 seamen claimed their…
  • Apr 28

    5th Circuit Case Shows Washington Bridge Repairmen May Be Able to Recover Compensation Under the Jones Act

    5th Circuit Case Shows Washington Bridge Repairmen May Be Able to Recover Compensation Under the Jones Act
    Washington has over 7,000 bridges across the state that provide critical transportation links over waterways. Washington's Department of Transportation engages different programs to inspect and repair these towering structures that have been…
Rank this Week: 1539

Mogren Glessner & Roti

Mogren Glessner & Roti

Covers Washington state family law, estate planning, and probate.

http://mgrlaw.blogspot.com/
  • Apr 4

    Compassion and Conviction

    Compassion and Conviction
    The following is a quote I came across from Rick Warren that I find insightful in this age of political correctness:“Our culture has accepted two huge lies. The first is that if you disagree with someone’s lifestyle, you must fear…
  • Oct 3

    Power of Attorney for Adult Children

    Power of Attorney for Adult Children
    Do you have a Power of Attorney for your adult
  • Sep 27

    Renton Criminal Defense Lawyer

    Renton Criminal Defense Lawyer
    Welcome to our new attorney, Michelle R.
Rank this Week: 3374

National Police and Fire Labor…

National Police and Fire Labor Blog

Covers legal developments concerning law enforcement and firefighter labor law. By Cline and Associates.

http://www.nationalpoliceandfirelaborblog.com
Rank this Week: 1451

Native American Law Focus

Native American Law Focus

Provides legal updates and news for tribal governments and their enterprises. By Miller Nash LLP.

http://www.nativeamericanlawfocus.com/
Rank this Week: 3177

Native American Legal Update

Native American Legal Update

Covers Native American art, gaming, employment, and treaties. By Foster Pepper.

http://www.nativelegalupdate.com/
  • May 20

    Are You Still An "Indian"? Affordable Care Act May Tax Those Who Are Not

    Are You Still An "Indian"? Affordable Care Act May Tax Those Who Are Not
    The Affordable Care Act requires all Americans to participate in some form of health care insurance, or else pay an annual tax penalty. People who are recognized by the federal government as Native American are generally exempt from the tax…
  • May 7

    Tribal Pay Day Loans Increasing - And Being Watched

    Tribal Pay Day Loans Increasing - And Being Watched
    David Lazarus of the LA Times has reported that a growing number of Indian tribes are getting into the payday loan business, seeking to raise revenue for their reservations while helping cash-strapped consumers nationwide. But federal…
  • Apr 23

    Cobell Land Share Purchases Slated To Begin This Year

    Cobell Land Share Purchases Slated To Begin This Year
    The Bureau of Indian Affairs hopes to start the land consolidation portion of the $3.4 billion, Cobell trust fund settlement by the end of 2013. The settlement provides $1.9 billion for the BIA to acquire fractionated interests from Indian…
Rank this Week: 1781

Northwest Condo & HOA Law Blog

Northwest Condo & HOA Law Blog

Covers issues around condominium ownership, homeowners associations, and construction defects. By Barker Martin.

http://www.condo-hoalawblog.com/
  • May 9

    FHA Certification: Why Do We Need It?

    FHA Certification: Why Do We Need It?
    These days more and more people are relying on FHA-insured loans to purchase homes. “FHA insured loans” are simply loans provided by FHA-approved lenders and backed by Federal Housing Administration mortgage…
  • May 2

    Board Members Beware Your Emails Probably Constitute An Association Record

    Board Members Beware Your Emails Probably Constitute An Association Record
      Email is an incredibly useful tool for board members given everyone’s busy schedule and the number of issues that arise between board meetings. But, like many tools, email can be a dangerous thing if used…
  • Apr 25

    What Did the Lawyer Say?

    What Did the Lawyer Say?
    In last week’s article, Dan discussed the use of the executive session during board meetings to conduct privileged conversations. As an extension of this topic, we are often asked to consult on how the attorney-client privilege impacts…
Rank this Week: 4851

Northwest Indian Law & Business…

Northwest Indian Law & Business Advisor

By Williams Kastner.

http://www.nwindianbusinesslawblog.com/
  • May 1

    Honoring Elouise P. Cobell

    Honoring Elouise P. Cobell
     At this year's RES 2012 in Las Vegas, Williams Kastner held a reception to honor Elouise P. Cobell, Yellow Bird Woman, of the Blackfeet Indian Tribe of Montana. Ms. Cobell was the lead plaintiff in the groundbreaking class-action…
  • Dec 9

    The [Sister] Sky's The Limit

    The [Sister] Sky's The Limit
    A great big congratulations go to Williams Kastner's client, Sister Sky! This innovative retailer was honored on Thursday, December 8, 2011, as a winner in the University of Washington's Minority Business of the Year Awards.
  • Nov 17

    Future of Tribal Internet Gaming Subject of Oversight Hearing

    Future of Tribal Internet Gaming Subject of Oversight Hearing
    On November 17, 2011, the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs is conducting an oversight hearing to discuss the future of tribal Internet gaming. There are several witnesses from government regulatory agencies, tribal governments and gaming…
Rank this Week: 3192

Olivie Law Blog

Olivie Law Blog

Covers immigration legal issues, general human rights, refugee rights and immigrant rights. By André Olivie.

http://olivielaw.wordpress.com
  • Jun 19

    Obama’s New Immigration Law

    Obama’s New Immigration Law
    Great News for some young undocumented immigrants. President Obama as implemented a new policy they are calling deferred action that will allow certain undocumented immigrants between the ages of 16 and 30 who have been in the country for…
  • Apr 3

    New Website

    New Website
    The Law Office of Andre Olivie has a new website and blog. Please find it at to www.olivielaw.com Andre Olivie, Immigration Attorney
  • Apr 3

    New Website for The Law Office of Andre Olivie

    New Website for The Law Office of Andre Olivie
    The Law Office of Andre Olivie has a new website and blog.  www.olivielaw.com Andre Olivie, Immigration Attorney
Rank this Week: 3148

Olympia Real Estate Lawyer Blog

Olympia Real Estate Lawyer Blog

Covers Washington real estate and land use issues. By Owens Davies.

http://www.olympiarealestatelawyerblog.com/
  • Aug 9

    Washington Supreme Court clarifies Statutory Warranty Deed Grantor's Duty to Defend

    Washington Supreme Court clarifies Statutory Warranty Deed Grantor's Duty to Defend
    A recent Washington Supreme Court opinion, Edmonson vs. Popchoi, provides some clarification and guidance for those of us who practice Washington Real Estate Law. The decision clarifies the duty of the grantor of a statutory warranty deed to…
  • Aug 5

    The Timeliness of a Land Use Petition Clarified

    The Timeliness of a Land Use Petition Clarified
    Pursuant to statute, the filing of a land use petition in superior court in Washington must occur within 21 days of the final determination by a local jurisdiction's body or officer with the highest level of authority to make a land use…
  • Jun 23

    The Scope of an Express Easement-Wilson & Son Ranch LLC v. Hintz

    The Scope of an Express Easement-Wilson & Son Ranch LLC v. Hintz
    A common issue in my experience as an attorney dealing with real estate and property issues, particularly easement issues, is the expansion of the use of an easement to other uses. The purpose an easement is used for is generally referred to…
Rank this Week: 5171

Orbit Law Blog

Orbit Law Blog

Provides commentary on immigration issues in the news and a review of immigration related policies. By Orbit Law, PLLC.

http://seattleimmigrationblog.com/
  • Apr 16

    USCIS PROVIDES UPDATE ON ADJUDICATION OF H-1B APPLICATIONS

    USCIS PROVIDES UPDATE ON ADJUDICATION OF H-1B APPLICATIONS
    Update: USCIS has provided the following update re: adjudication of H-1B filings: Premium Processing cases are currently being receipted, and adjudication of these cases has begun (official adjudication clock for PP began April 15)…
  • Apr 16

    Brief Highlights of Comprehensive Immigration Reform Proposal Released Today!

    Brief Highlights of Comprehensive Immigration Reform Proposal Released Today!
    The Senate’s Gang of Eight on Tuesday released the details of a broad agreement to overhaul the nation’s immigration laws. A combination of Republican Sens. Marco Rubio (Fla.), John McCain (Ariz.), Lindsey Graham (S.C.), Jeff…
  • Apr 5

    H-1B Cap for Fiscal Year 2014 Met!!

    H-1B Cap for Fiscal Year 2014 Met!!
    U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it has received a sufficient number of H-1B petitions to reach the statutory cap for fiscal year (FY) 2014. USCIS has also received more than 20,000 H-1B petitions filed…
Rank this Week: 3737

Oregon and Washington Bankruptcy…

Oregon and Washington Bankruptcy Blog

Provides bankruptcy information for people living in Oregon and Washington. By the Northwest Debt Relief Law Firm.

http://www.nwdrlf.com/blog
  • May 23

    Crushing Burden of Student Loans in Oregon and Washington

    Crushing Burden of Student Loans in Oregon and Washington
    The class of 2013 has just replaced the class of 2012 for the title of the most indebted class in American history. With the way student loan burdens are increasing, the class of 2013 will inevitably lose their title to next year’s…
  • May 20

    Student Loans and Bankruptcy

    Student Loans and Bankruptcy
    Debtors across both Oregon and Washington who are being harassed by student loan lenders and hope to eliminate these debts through Chapter 7 Bankruptcy must navigate their way through a pretty nasty test. Bankruptcy courts in both Oregon and…
  • May 18

    Multnomah County Suing Mortgage Monster

    Multnomah County Suing Mortgage Monster
    Multnomah County is suing a rogue’s gallery of the largest mortgage players including B of A, Wells Fargo, Oregon’s Bank of the Cascades, Chase, Citi, and West Coast Bank for nearly forty million dollars. The focus of the lawsuit…
Rank this Week: 397

Patent Practice Professional…

Patent Practice Professional Liability Reporter

Covers patent litigation, pleadings, and prosecution. By Lane Powell PC.

http://www.patentpracticeliability.com
Rank this Week: 3264

Perey Law Group Blog

Perey Law Group Blog

Covers personal injury legal topics.

http://www.pereylaw.com/blog/
  • May 18

    Spring Brings Warm Weather and an Increased Drowning Risk

    Spring Brings Warm Weather and an Increased Drowning Risk
    As the weather gets warmer, people are heading out to the shores of Washington to enjoy a day on the water. A warm spring day, however, does not always mean that conditions are safe. Already this year, there have been … Continue…
  • May 15

    Misdiagnosis: Most Common, Most Deadly Type of Malpractice

    Misdiagnosis: Most Common, Most Deadly Type of Malpractice
    Surgical mistakes, “never events” and emergency room errors may seem to be the worst offenders in the medical malpractice category, but a new study suggests otherwise. Published online in BMJ Quality and Safety, the study reveals…
  • May 1

    Is Your Workplace Safe from Explosions?

    Is Your Workplace Safe from Explosions?
    The explosion in West, Texas came in the middle of a week of tragedy. On the evening of April 17, a fire at a fertilizer plant caused a massive explosion. The blast killed 14 people, injured hundreds of others, destroyed … Continue…
Rank this Week: 4150