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Most people do not like the idea of the government taking their money after they die.  But many people are unaware that: (a) if they died today, their heirs would be forced to pay state and federal estate taxes (“death taxes”), even if the deceased person is far from the typical definition of “wealthy;” and… Read More

I have increasingly been asked about prenuptial agreements. Maybe it is the warm weather (unless you live in western Washington), the fear of the unknown, a prior divorce, or just a way to protect oneself in the unfortunate event things don’t work out. As with almost any contract between parties, a prenuptial agreement must be… Read More

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEFINED.  Domestic violence is defined as “(a) Physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or the infliction of fear of imminent physical harm, bodily injury or assault, between family or household members; (b) sexual assault of one family or household member by another; or (c) stalking . . . one family or household member by… Read More

On July 5, 2011, Division One of the Washington State Court of Appeals in Dutch Village Mall v. Raymond Pelletti affirmed the longstanding rule that a corporation must be represented by a lawyer in order to litigate its rights in court.  The facts of the case are familiar to many corporations: Dutch Village Mall (“DVM”)… Read More

In this modern age of almost limitless information available on the internet, it is important for people to understand their online presence may affect their future as well as any future case they may be involved in, and ultimately, their legal position. This is a concept many people find hard to wrap their heads around—despite… Read More

          Many people have their Will prepared, sign it, and put it in their safe deposit box, thankful that they got it checked off their “to do” list.  But, that may be the last time the Will is seen until the person dies and it comes time for probate.  In the meantime, there may have… Read More

Beresford Booth lawyer, Dimitra S. Scott, successfully negotiates reformation of a decree of dissolution after discovery that spouse failed to fully disclose assets. Beresford Booth (425.776.4100), www.beresfordlaw.com BERESFORD BOOTH has made this content available to the general public for informational purposes only. The information on this site is not intended to convey legal opinions or… Read More

When the ADAAA (Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act) went into effect January 1, 2009, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) was directed to amend the ADA’s implementing regulations to reflect the changes of the new law. On March 25, 2011, those Final Regulations went into effect, changing the focus for employers and accommodations for employees… Read More

For those of you who have gone through a divorce or similar proceedings involving children in Washington State and have an Order of Child Support, be sure to check the Post Secondary Educational Support section of the order (typically section 3.14).  If your child is graduating, you may need to file a petition for post… Read More