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Artificial Intelligence (AI) quickly took us all by storm. AI has rapidly become part of everyday life, and the legal profession is no exception. While I personally do not use AI all too frequently, attorneys are using AI to streamline research, draft correspondence, and improve efficiency. When used responsibly, these tools are known to potentially reduce costs, save you time, and allow attorneys to focus on the strategy. AI… Read More

Disputes involving easements are a common real property topic in Washington that frequently results in litigation.  An easement is a property right separate from ownership that allows the use of another person’s land without compensation. Creation and Requirements of Easements. Easements in Washington are interests in land.  Under the state’s statute of frauds, express easements… Read More

Boundary line disputes represent a highly common real property conflict in Washington. These disputes typically arise when the physical boundary line between adjoining parcels of land is uncertain, disputed, or inconsistent with public records, monuments, or landmarks. Washington law provides many statutory and common law frameworks for resolving these boundary disputes. Statutory Boundary Resolution Framework.… Read More

‘Crypto’ was once a niche concept but has now become commonplace.  Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, etc. are now used in everyday vernacular and are becoming more ordinary methods of payment. Most digital asset platforms provide account holders with a degree of anonymity.  This means that it is incredibly difficult to obtain information regarding your partner’s assets… Read More

In this webinar, Attorney Caleb J. Tingstad from our Business Mergers and Acquisition Group will be discussing "Lawyer Conflicts of Interest in Washington Shareholder Disputes” https://youtu.be/g0kOHxHscZM?si=VntTCALXK3Zrpmqp&t=13 Read More

Most people alive today were born after the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s.  We may be inclined to take for granted that civil rights are so engrained in our society that racial discrimination is only a thing of the past.  Yet, cases still come up in Washington where racial discrimination is at… Read More

Separation and divorce change the structure of a family, but they don't end the lifelong relationship parents share in raising their children. While legal agreements establish responsibilities and schedules, successful co-parenting depends just as much on communication, emotional regulation, and a shared commitment to putting children first. Whether you're beginning your co-parenting journey or working… Read More

Beresford Booth is a proud sponsor of the third annual Edmonds Dragon Boat Festival taking place on Friday, July 31st, from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m., at the Edmonds Waterfront Center (220 Railroad Ave., Edmonds, WA 98020). Hosted by the Asian Service Center (ASC) of Edmonds, the event is open to everyone. There will be food… Read More

In my last post I discussed how a statute of limitations can be extended if a potential plaintiff dies before the expiration of the statute of limitations. This discusses the situation where a potential defendant dies before the expiration of the statute of limitations. RCW 4.16.200. As a refresher, RCW 4.16.200 does two different things.… Read More