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What To Say In Court
Tips for Your First Time In Criminal Court The first time you appear in court, it is likely for your Arraignment. If you are not familiar with the actual criminal court process (television shows really misconstrue the process!), it is…
No Contact Orders, Protection Orders & Restraining Orders
Why So Many Orders? While the words “no contact” “protection” and “restraining” seem to mean the same thing, they actually relate to very specific types of cases and courts. No Contact Orders If you hear the words “no contact order,”…
DRIVER’S LICENSE SUSPENSIONS
3 Ways To Get Suspended – Administrative, Criminal & Traffic Infractions In Washington, your privilege to drive can be suspended in numerous ways. Depending on the triggering event for the suspension, your (or your attorney’s) response will vary. In some…
Dog Bite Injury – Insurance & Reporting
Dog Bite Liability In Washington, there is strict liability for dog bites. This means that a dog owner is responsible if their dog bites someone on public or private property where the victim was lawfully allowed to be. So, if…
Jail Alternatives – Jail At Home
Can I Do Home Detention Instead Of Jail? There are several jail alternatives depending on the jurisdiction where you are charged with a crime. Your options will also depend on the crime you were charged with and how the case…
Drug & Alcohol Evaluations
Court-ordered Depending on the type of criminal charge you were convicted of or plead to, the court may have ordered you seek an evaluation and file it with probation. This happens frequently when someone is convicted of: DUI Physical Control…
How Do You Find The Best Personal Injury Lawyer After An Accident?
When your life gets turned upside down by an accident that was not your fault, your world can feel pretty chaotic. Typically, recovering from the physical injuries are your first order of business. However, it is not long before you…
Bainbridge Island — New Court Location
If you are appearing in person for your Bainbridge Island case, be advised that the court is in a new location. 8804 Madison Avenue N., 2nd floor, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 Zoom / Virtual Court In The Past Until recently,…