The United States Supreme Court affirmed a finding by the state of Washington’s Supreme Court that a parent has a …

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The most dangerous time in an abusive relationship is likely to be when the victim leaves or tries to leave. …

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Can domestic violence impact custody and visitation? Current law states that custody should be granted according to the best interest …

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Can you sue someone for emotional distress? If this is what bothers you, then read this article to get your …

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James, the adoptive father of Kathleen, filed a lawsuit against Kathleen’s therapist, alleging that he was wrongfully accused of sexually …

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Last month I wrote about Marriage of Sorge (2012) – CA-and its holding that a fiduciary duty to update material …

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It seems fitting that in contrast to reviewing premarital agreements, we have the opportunity to discuss how matters may proceed …

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Since the dawn of time mankind has had questions relating to what drives us to form a loving relationship and …

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The courts of this state cannot hear a marital case unless it finds that it has jurisdiction to do so. …

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In 1992, the Legislature changed the duties that existed between husband and wife from a good faith standard to a …

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