Dogs are humans' best friends, but not when an irritated neighbor is involved. Confrontations can be difficult to initiate -- especially when the issue stems from a nearby homeowner -- but nevertheless are the answer for some Seattle residents who simply want peace of...
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What is adverse possession?
Seattle residents like you may end up in a situation where you wish to possess the land that you're occupying, even if you aren't the actual owner of the land. This is where adverse possession can come into play.The Legal Information Institute defines adverse...
What falls under the umbrella of property disputes?
In Seattle, as residents like you know, there isn't a whole lot of elbow room. With living quarters packed relatively close together, the possibility of property disputes may rise. , works to provide people like you with the information you...
Benefit of a QTIP trust
Many people in Washington State have heard or read virtual horror stories about how family members end up feuding both in court and out of court over the assets left by a deceased parent, step-parent or other relative. These situations can happen in nuclear families...
Why do inheritance disputes involve assets with little value?
You know why high-value inheritance disputes happen: Everyone wants their cut. The house is worth $750,000, for instance, so every sibling wants a piece. Or the bank account has $500,000, and every relative is thinking of how to spend his or her portion. Things can...
Crossing the line: who wins in a property dispute?
Home is where the peace and quiet is -- that is the motto for most Seattle dwellers, at least. Yet when a neighbor takes on another unruly pet or frequently hosts band practice at midnight, tensions can inevitably run high. When those tensions involve more...