Washington Fiduciary Duty Law

<H2> <CENTER> United States of America v. Akeatha Diane Akintola </h2> </center>

Seattle, Washington, criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with stealing the Social Security benefits intended for a disabled minor. Reported by <a href="https://www.morelaw.com/vendors/vendor.asp?f=Kent&l=Morlan&i=28729&z=74119&s=OK" target="_new">Kent Morlan</a> Akeatha Diane Akintola became a social worker for the Snoqualmie Tribe in January 2023. In September 2023, A... More...

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Christina St. Clair v. County of Okanogan and Isaiah Holloway

Spokane, Washington, personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff on a civil rights violation theory under 42 U.S.C. 1983. Christina St. Clair brough claims against Okanogan County Sheriff Deputy Isaiah Holloway and his employer, Okanogan County, based on Holloway's sexual misconduct. St. Clair alleges constitutional claims under 42 U.S.C. Â§ 1983, a violation of the Washington... More...

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Jedediah Valdez and Sara Valdez v. Travelers Home and Marine Insurance Company

Spokane, Washington insurance law lawyers represented the Plaintiffs who sued the Defendant on a bad faith breach of insurance contract theories. * * * In Washington, bad faith breach of contract law generally refers to an insurer's unreasonable or unethical handling of an insurance claim, which goes beyond a simple breach of contract. It involves the insurer knowingly or reckles... More...

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John Gardner and Jennifer Gardner v. Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company

Seattle, Washington insurance law lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued on a bad faith breach of insurance contract theory. * * * In Washington, an insurance company's bad faith breach of contract occurs when it unreasonably denies, delays, or underpays a claim. This can involve failing to investigate a claim properly, providing insufficient reasons for denial, or offering a ... More...

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In the Matter of the Marriage of D.C.G. and B.E.G.

Spokane, Washington family law lawyers represented the parties in a divorce. In 2023, the dissolution court denied Brenda G.'s motion to vacate a 2022 marital dissolution decree that incorporated the property settlement agreement reached between her and her former husband, David. On appeal, Brenda contends the dissolution court, when entering the 2022 dissolution decree, failed to fulfill... More...

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Jeremy David and Mark Springer v. Freedom Bans, LLC

Seattle, Washington employment law lawyers represented the Plaintiff who challenged non-compete agreements. In Washington, employers who pay their employees less than twice the minimum wage cannot prohibit them from working second jobs, subject to a few, limited exceptions. RCW 49.62.070. This statute recognizes the importance of workforce mobility and p... More...

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Estate of Emil Robert Zlatch, Jr., et al. v. Estate of Vickie Kauman, et al.

Kennewick, Washington personal injury lawyers represented the parties in negligence theory. Emil Zlatich, Jr., (Mr. Zlatich) and his son and grandson, Emil Zlatich III, and Emil Zlatich IV, respectively, resided together at Mr. Zlatich's home in Kennewick, Washington. Ryan Kaufman[2] was the adult son of the Kaufmans and resided independently. Ryan was Mr. Zlatich's neighbor, and his hom... More...

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James W. Cherberg and Nan Chot Cherberg v. Fidelity National Title Insurance Company

<h2> Seattle, Washington insurance law lawyer represented the Plaintiffs on a breach of contract theory. </h2> On June 29, 2012, the Cherbergs purchased the Policy from Fidelity covering their newly purchased property. Fidelity does not dispute that the Policy failed to expressly identify, "take exception to," or "otherwise disclose the existence of" the Exclusive Easements. <... More...

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<h1> United States of America v. Sean Coiteux; Tracy Coiteux </h1>

<h2><center> Tacoma, Washington criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with conspiracy and felony violations of the federal Clean Air Act </center><center> Owners of Clark County automotive repair and performance shop sentenced to home confinement, probation for conspiracy and violations of Clean A... More...

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Shelley S. Hawkins v. Ace American Insurance Company

<h2> Seattle, Washington insurance law lawyer represented the Plaintiff seeking compensation for injuries sustained in a car wreck. </h2> On November 16, 2016, Hawkins was driving her vehicle when she was rear ended by Fatemah Alsuwaidan. Moments later, Miguel's work van rear ended Alsuwaidan's vehicle, causing a second collision with Hawkins's vehicle. At the time of the collisio... More...

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Tamara Steele v. Safeway, Inc.

<h2> Tacoma, Washington personal injury slip and fall premises liability lawyer represented the Plaintiff. </h2> This case was filed in the Pierce County Superior Court, 24-00002-07846-6, and was removed to federal court by Safeway. Premises liability law in Washington State is a set of rules that govern when a property owner is responsible for injuries that occur on the... More...

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State of Washington v. Walter Washington </center<

<h2> Seattle, Washington second-degree attempted murder charge criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant. </h2> A jury convicted Walter Washington of second degree attempted murder after he shot and injured his girlfriend, Valerie Bryant, during a dispute in their apartment. At trial, Washington argued self-defense. The sole question presented is whether the court committe... More...

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<h1> United States of America v. Thomas Andrew Webster, M.D. </h1>

<h2><center>Spokane, Washington criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with Conspiring to Accept Kickbacks in Connection with Fraudulent Telemarketing Scheme </center><center> Ohio Doctor Sentenced for Conspiring to Accept Kickbacks in Connection with Fraudulent Telemarketing Scheme that Harmed Me... More...

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<h1> United States of America v. James Benecke </h1>

<h2><center> Seattle, Washington criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with abusive sexual contact on an aircraft </center><center> Former Army soldier sentenced to one year in prison for abusive sexual contact on an aircraft</h2></center> </h2></center> A 42-year-old form... More...

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Ashenafi K. Teressa v. United States of Homeland Security

<h2> Seattle, Washington immigration law lawyer represented the Plaintiff seeking a Writ of Mandamus. </h2? 28 U.S. Code Â§ 1361 - Action to compel an officer of the United States to perform his duty The district courts shall have original jurisdiction of any action in the nature of mandamus to compel an officer or employee of the United States or any agency thereof to perf... More...

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Jeffrey E. Eberlein and Trisha Eberlein v. Michels Corporation

H2> Seattle, Washington personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued on a premises liability negligence theory. </h2> This case was filed in the King County Superior Court, 22-00002-19757-9 SEA, and was removed to federal court by Michels. To establish liability against the property owner, you must prove three things: The property owner had a duty to protect you... More...

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Rebecca Sprague v. Safeway, Inc.

Tacoma, Washington personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued on a premises liability negligence theory. This case was filed in the Pierce County District Court, 2A733747C, and was removed to federal court by Safway, Inc. To establish liability against the property owner, you must prove three things: The property owner had a duty to protect you from harm, The prope... More...

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Kimberly Dolbee v. Safeway, Inc.

Seattle, Washington personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendant on a premises liability slip and fall negligence theory. This case was filed in the King County Superior Court, 21-00002-06132-6 SEA, and was removed to federal court by the Defendant. Washington premises liability law governs who is responsible for injuries that occur on someone else's pr... More...

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Farbod Amini and Laman Amini v. Crestbrook Insurance Company

Seattle, Washington insurance law lawyers represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendant on bad faith breach of an insurance contract. This case was filed in the Island County Superior Court, 21-00002-00277-1, and was removed to federal court by the Defendant. Washington law provides protections for insureds against bad faith practices by insurance companies. Here's a breakdow... More...

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Arlin K. Lidstrom, et aux. v. Scotlynn Commodities, Inc. and Ying H. Zhu

Spokane, Washington personal injury truck wreck lawyer represented the Plaintiffs who sued the Defendants on auto negligence theory claiming to have suffered more than $75,000 in damages and/or injuries. Duty of care: All drivers in Washington have a duty to operate their vehicles safely and follow traffic laws to avoid harming others. This includes avoiding behaviors like: ... More...

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Gregory R. Butcher, et al. v. Stephen H. Ward, et al.

Spokane, Washington personal injury truck wreck lawyer represented the Plaintiffs who sued the Defendants on auto negligence theory claiming to have suffered more than $75 million in damages and/or injuries. This case was filed in the Spokane County Superior Court, 21-200541-32 9CCA, 22-35714 and was removed to federal court by the Defendants. Duty of care: All drivers in Wa... More...

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Gladis Alvarado Martinez v. Akbal Singh and Ct Transport, Ltd.

Seattle, Washington personal injury truck wreck lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendants on auto negligence theory claiming to have suffered more than $75,000 in damages and/or injuries. This case was filed in the King County Superior Court, 22-00002-16888-9 SEA, and was removed to federal court by the Defendants. Washington Auto Negligence Law: Duty of ... More...

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Gary E. Mason v. Rad Power Bikes Inc., et al.

Seattle, Washington personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendant on Motor Vehicle Product Liability theory. "Motor Vehicle Product Liability Law: Protecting Consumers on the Road Motor vehicle product liability law protects consumers from harm caused by defects in their vehicles. It's a complex area, with various factors influencing liability and potent... More...

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Gladis Alvarado Martinez v. AC Transport, Ltd.

Seattle, Washington personal injury truck wreck lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendants on auto negligence theories claiming to have suffered more than $75,000 in damages and/or injuries as a direct result of the failure of Akbal Singh failing to exercise due care in the operation of his semi-tractor trailer rig. Washington State auto negligence law operates under a pure ... More...

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Monet Carter-Mixon, as Personal Representative of the Estate of Manuel Ellis, et al. v. City of Tacoma, et al.

Tacoma, Washington personal injury wrongful death lawyers represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendants on civil rights violation theories claiming that Tacoma Police Officers Christopher Burbank, Matthew Collins and Masyth Ford used excessive force when they attempted to arrest him in 2021. The Complaint: Plaintiffs, MONET CARTER-MIXON as Personal Representative of the ESTAT... More...

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United States of America v. Changpeng Zhao

Seattle, Washington criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with failure to maintain an effective anti-money laundering program under 31 U.S.C. 5318(h), 5322(b), 5322(c), and 5322(e), 18:2, and 31:1022.210 . Binance Holdings Limited (Binance), the entity that operates the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance.com, pleaded guilty today and has agreed to pay o... More...

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Charlotte Rosted v. Schindler Elevator Corporation

Seattle, Washington personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued the Defendant on an elevator negligence theory. "Washington elevator negligence law is based on the principle that elevator owners and operators have a duty to maintain their elevators in a safe condition and to warn passengers of any known dangers. If a person is injured in an elevator accident, they may be abl... More...

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James Gleason, et al. v. Evelyn Shapiro, et al.

Seattle, Washington employment law lawyers represented Plaintiff who sued Defendants claiming breach of fiduciary duty relating to E.R.I.S.A. 29 U.S.C. 1109 provides: (a) Any person who is a fiduciary with respect to a plan who breaches any of the responsibilities, obligations, or duties imposed upon fiduciaries by this subchapter shall be personally liable to make good to such plan any ... More...

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United States of America v. Rajinder Pal Singh, a/k/a Jaspal Gill

Seattle, Washington criminal defense lawyer represented Defendant charged with Conspiracy to Transport and Harbor Certain Aliens by taking more than $500,000 as a key member of a smuggling ring bringing hundreds of Indian Nationals across the border from Canada and then to locations in the mid-west and beyond. "Over a four-year period, Rajinder Pal Singh arranged for more than 800... More...

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Jerry Owens v. CACI International, Inc., et al.

Seattle, Washington employment law lawyer represented Plaintiff on a wrongful termination theory. CACI is an information technology company and defense contractor that provides services to various clients, including the United States Government, which is CACI's largest customer. (Dkt. No. 27-1 at 17-18.) Plaintiff's employment with CACI began in January 2016 following CACI's purchase of a... More...

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Edward Fogg, et al. v. Selene Finance, L.P.

Seattle, Washington consumer credit lawyer represented Plaintiffs who sued Defendant on a Real Estate Settlement and Procedure Act violation theories. Edward and Maria Fogg own and manage a property located in Vancouver, Washington. Dkt. # 1-1 at 5 (complaint). In 2009, the Foggs executed a promissory note and deed of trust in connection with the property. Id. Wilmington Savings Fund Soci... More...

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CVR v. Social Security Administration

Seattle, Washington social security disability lawyer represented Plaintiff seeking review of the denial of his application for SSID benefits by HHS. Adults Who: Are age 65 and older, or blind, or have a disability. Have limited income (wages, pensions, etc.). Have limited resources (the things you own). Are U.S. citizens, nationals of the U.S., a... More...

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Delaura Norg, et al. v. City of Seattle

Seattle, Washington personal injury lawyers represented Plaintiffs who sued Defendant on a governmental tort claims act negligence theory. <table> <h1> <center> <a font="red" href="https://www.morelaw.com/washington/news/seattle/" target="_new">MoreLaw Legal News For Seattle</a> </center> </h1> </table> </center> Delaura Norg called 911 seeking emergency medical assistance for her husban... More...

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<H2> Hester Loveland v. Walmart, Inc. d/b/a Walmart Supercenter #5461 </H2>

Tacoma, Washington personal injury lawyer represented Plaintiff, who sued Defendant on a negligence theory claiming to have suffered more than $75,000 in injuries and/or damages as a direct result of an accident. <table> <h1> <center> <a font="red" href="https://www.morelaw.com/washington/news/tacoma/" target="_new">MoreLaw Legal News For Tacoma</a> </center><... More...

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Courtney A. Little & James S. Little v. Rosauers Supermarkets, Inc. d/b/a Super 1 Foods

Walla Walla, Washington personal injury lawyers represented Plaintiffs, who sued Defendant on a premises liability negligence theory. Courtney Little was injured when she slipped and fell on ice while walking out of Super 1 Foods, a grocery store owned by Rosauers Supermarkets, Inc. Ms. Little and her husband sued for negligence, but their case was dismissed on summary judgm... More...

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United States of America v. Shawn Matthew Wilcher

Tacoma, Washington criminal defense lawyer represented defendant charged with abusive sexual contact with a child under 12, and sexual abuse of a child. Shawn Matthew Wilcher is the spouse of an active-duty enlisted Army soldier. Between October 2015 and January 2018, Wilcher resided with his spouse on Hickam Air Force Base in Hawaii. Between October 1, 2018, and May 21, 2019, Wilcher ... More...

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Bradley K. v. Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington Options

Seattle, Washington employment law lawyers represented Plaintiff, who sued Defendant on an employee retirement benefits (E.R.I.S.A.) theory. This matter comes before the Court on Plaintiff's Unopposed Motion to Change Caption and Approve Settlement. Dkt. No. 48. On June 7, 2022, the Court ordered the parties to either (1) petition the Court for appointment of an independent guardian ad li... More...

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Dep't of Ecology v. Acquavella

<center><h2><center> Yakima, WA - Water Rights lawyer represented defendant with a Yakama Nation treaty that reserved water rights for the Yakama Nation claim. </h2></center> This case presents the culmination of the fight for surface water rights that arguably began in 1855 with the Yakama Nation treaty that reserved water rights for the Yakama N... More...

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Salina Savage, er al. United States of America v. CH2M Hill Plateau Remediation Company

Spokane, WA: CH2M Hill Plateau Remediation Company (CHPRC), a prime contractor at the Department of Energy's Hanford Site, has agreed to pay $3,038,270 million to resolve allegations that CHPRC violated the False Claims Act by submitting false and fraudulent small business subcontract reports. In 2008, CHPRC, a Washington subsidiary of CH2M Hill Companies Ltd., which is headquartered in E... More...

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United States of America v. Victor Karpiak

<center> <img width="300" src="http://www.wawb.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/slideshow/SeattleCourthouse1.jpg"> </center> Milwauke, WI - Former Washington State Bank CEO Sentenced to One Year in Prison for Multi-Year Tax Fraud of more than $865,000 Defendant took $2.3 million in Fees and Failed to Report the Income on His Taxes The former Chief Executive Offic... More...

$0 (05-18-2019 - WA)