How to Open Sole Proprietorship in Washington: A Step-by-Step Guide
Whether you’re launching a homemade jewelry business or offering personal training sessions from your garage, when you begin operating a business in Washington, you automatically become a sole proprietor. However, to truly set yourself up for success, you need to know how to open sole proprietorship in Washington the right way. In this post, we’ll […]
How to Get Out of a Lease in California: Legal Ways to Break Your Rental Agreement
How to Get Out of a Lease in California: A Guide for Tenants Signing a lease for an apartment or rental unit in California means committing to stay for a fixed term, typically one year. However, life circumstances change, and you might find yourself needing to move out before the lease ends. If you’re wondering […]
Why Is My Oath Ceremony Taking So Long? Understanding the Delays and What You Can Do
Why Is My Oath Ceremony Taking So Long? What You Can Do Next If you’ve been waiting for your naturalization oath ceremony for months after your interview, you might be wondering, why is my oath ceremony taking so long? After all, you passed your naturalization interview, received a recommended approval, and were told the swearing-in […]
Why Is My Oath Ceremony Taking So Long? Understanding Delays in the USCIS Process
Why Is My Oath Ceremony Taking So Long? Dealing with the uncertainty of not receiving your USCIS swearing-in notice after a recommended approval for U.S. citizenship. By Ilona Bray, J.D., University of Washington School of Law Imagine you went through your naturalization interview months ago. The USCIS officer told you that you passed and would […]
Do You Have to Pay Rent by the Month? Understanding Rent Payment Schedules
Do You Have to Pay Rent by the Month? When you rent a home or apartment, one of the first things you’ll notice is how rent payments work. Many people assume that rent is always due monthly, but is that the case? Do you have to pay rent by the month? The answer depends on […]
Tenant’s Rights: Breaking a Lease in California
Breaking a lease in California can seem challenging, but tenants have certain rights and legal protections that may allow them to terminate a lease early without facing severe financial consequences. Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding your rights and responsibilities when breaking a lease in California. Tenant Rights and Responsibilities Under a Lease When tenants […]
Do You Need to Disclose an Eviction When Selling Property?
Selling a property while it’s occupied by a tenant can feel tricky, especially if eviction is part of the plan. A key question often arises: When selling property, do I need to disclose eviction? The short answer is yes, and here’s why understanding the legal and practical implications is important. Review Your Lease Agreement for […]
Does an Officer Have to Read Miranda Rights?
Many people assume that police officers are required to read Miranda rights in every situation. However, this isn’t always true. Whether an officer needs to read you your rights depends on the circumstances surrounding your interaction with law enforcement. When Are Miranda Rights Required? Police officers must read Miranda rights when both of the following […]
Miranda Rights: What Happens If the Police Don’t Read You Your Rights
Many people think that if the police arrest them without “reading their rights,” they can’t be punished. However, this is not true in most cases. Let’s break down what Miranda Rights are, when they apply, and what happens if they aren’t given. What Are Miranda Rights? Miranda Rights are the legal warnings police must provide […]
How to Break a Lease in California
If you’re renting in California and need to leave your place before your lease ends, it’s called “breaking the lease.” While leases are meant to last for a set time (usually a year), there are situations where you can leave legally without paying for the remaining months. Let’s explore when that’s possible and how you […]