Potential liability for failing to prevent the spread of COVID-19
With such drastic measures being taken to slow the spread of COVID-19, one question remains: who could face legal consequences for failing to adequately protect the public from contracting COVID-19?
COLLEGE, CAREER, LIFE READINESS CLASSES
Students learn about different career options including the field of law.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Is a Pandemic a Force Majeure or Act of God?
Admittedly, every business, agency, and person should be responsible during this growing health crisis, but many are unsure of the economic and legal ramifications of their decisions.
Options for the Victim of Underinsurance
Although victims of underinsurance often feel stuck, there are many ways a savvy attorney with insurance expertise can help to navigate through a difficult situation.
Benefits of Mediation
Usually the mediator is able to encourage each side to realistically view the case and then work toward a compromised solution.
Significant Changes to Washington State’s Wrongful Death Law
Parents and siblings now have a right to bring a wrongful death action for adult children when that child is unmarried and has no children, regardless of financial dependency
Crosswalk Coat Drive – Baby it’s Cold Out There!
This year Kirkpatrick & Startzel collected over 35 coats to donate to Crosswalk Youth Shelter during the annual WDTL coat drive.
Spokane Hosts Another Successful Hoopfest
Spokane recently completed another successful Hoopfest, the largest 3-on-3 basketball festival in the world.
Kirkpatrick & Startzel has been involved, in one form or another, with Hoopfest from its inception.
Obligations to Transgender Patrons
Businesses and associations operating in Washington need to be aware of anti-discrimination rules in how they treat transgender patrons. Washington law prohibits discrimination against transgender persons in places of public accommodation.
The Importance of Non-Intervention and No-Contest Provisions in Your Will
The Washington State Supreme Court recently issued an opinion reaffirming the importance of your Will having the necessary provisions to ensure your express wishes are properly implemented.