On July 7, 2016, the Washington State Supreme Court held that certain provisions common in Deeds of Trust run contrary to Washington statute and are unenforceable. Chris Graving explains how this decision limits lenders' ability to non-judicially protect their real property collateral pending foreclosure.
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On June 28, 2016, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to review a much-publicized ruling from the D.C. Court of Appeals, sending a clear message that companies which provide in-home caregivers to assist independent living are no longer exempt from receiving overtime pay. Aviva Kamm explains what that means to these employers.
In this last installment of a three-part series, Ellen Jackson reviews the benefits of having an irrevocable life insurance trust.
In this second installment of a three-part series focused on life insurance, Ellen Jackson explains some of the lesser-known policy options, such as universal, variable and survivorship policies.
Many estate plans include some form of life insurance. Understanding the different types of life insurance is critical for selecting the best product to meet your needs in light of your overall estate plan. Ellen Jackson explains the basics of term and traditional whole life insurance.
A new law expands the options available to business owners wanting to protect their trade secrets, but also includes new requirements for employers to include in agreements with employees and contractors. Shannon Jost and Aviva Kamm explain the law and how it impacts business owners.