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Disputes centering on how to interpret legal documents are common. Interpretation disputes take multiple forms, with some turning on things like legislative intent, a defined term used in a provision, or harmonizing seemingly conflicting provisions. Other times, interpretation disputes boil down to the meaning of a single word, like “or.” At first glance, “or” may… Read More

When a trial court makes a decision that doesn’t go your way, it can feel frustrating or unfair. Fortunately, you may have the option to ask a higher court to review that decision. However, not every ruling can be appealed automatically, and not every appeal works the same way. In Washington state, there are two… Read More