One Man’s Shed is Another Man’s…Dwelling?

Washington’s Eviction “Just Cause” Requirement The “just cause” requirement in Washington’s Residential Landlord-Tenant Act (the “RLTA”) has created unpredictable results that should lead landlords and property owners (collectively, “Landlords”) to tread carefully in considering their basis to pursue an unlawful…

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Washington Supreme Court Significantly Limits General Contractors’ Liability for Jobsite Injuries to Subcontractor Employees

Owners and General Contractors generally have a duty to provide a safe workplace.  But does that duty mean that an Owner or General Contractor is automatically liable for the actions of its Subcontractors when a Subcontractor’s employee suffers an injury…

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Do I Need to Register a Copyright to Protect My Intellectual Property?

Entrepreneurs developing new and original commercial products commonly ask whether it is necessary to register a copyright in order to protect their intellectual property. While technically a registered copyright is not necessary to claim a degree of protection, registering a…

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