Why Washington Court Records are Available to the Public? In 1972, the Washington State Legislature passed a law named the Washington Public Records Act. This law enables the last changes in 2010 and aims to make sure disclosure of court records and other public records to the public. What Court Records Access Means To You? The law is similar to the Washington Open Meeting Law which legislates the methods by which public meetings are held. The Washington Public Records Act intent is that all records maintained by state and local government entities be available for public access and copying. Accountability to the Public When the legislature enacted Washington Public Records Act, it expressively declared that access to information about the conduct of the people’s business is a fundamental and necessary right of every person in this state, Public Records Act. Indeed, in Washington, access to the government and court records, in particular, a fundamental interest in citizenship and has emphasized that maxim disclosure of the conduct of governmental operations promoted by the act. By promoting prompt public access to government records, the Washington Public Records Act is to safeguard the government's accountability to the public. How the Washington Court Process Functions? Most cases in Washington courts begin in one of the 39 superior or trial courts in the state’s 39 counties. The next level of judicial authority resides with the Court of Appeals. Most cases before the Court of Appeals involves the review of a superior court decision being contested by a party involved in the case. The Supreme Court serves as the highest court in the state to check decisions of the Court of Appeals to settle important questions of law and to resolve conflicts among the Court of Appeals. Some differences between Civil Court and Small Claims Court below

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Ladenburg Law Injury Attorneys is family owned law firm of top rated personal injury attorneys. The Ladenburg name has become synonymous with justice in the Puget Sound region. For several decades they have been helping victims of car accidents, medical malpractice, and other serious injuries put their lives back together. By focusing the legal expertise only on injury claims, the Ladenburg lawyers have been able to obtain excellent result for clients. It is no surprise that many doctors, judges, and other lawyers refer their family and friends to Ladenburg Law after an injury. Based in Tacoma, Washington since 1974 the Ladenburg lawyers have deep roots to the local community. As a family owned business, they share the same values as their clients. They provide the level of service to each client as though they were a member of their family. Ladenburg Law's connection to their clients and community allows them to understand what is important to each client. Meeting each client goal is the also the goal of Ladenburg Law Injury Attorneys. Technology has allowed Ladenburg Law Injury Attorneys to provide the same level of service to clients throughout Washington State. With their state of the art software, each client is provided with unique access to their attorney included a case specific text number and email address. Each client can easily and confidential communicate with a Ladenburg lawyer with the touch of a button on their smart phone or computer. Now clients in Seattle, Olympia, Bremerton, Yakima, Spokane, and the rest of Washington can benefit from having top level service from the top rated personal injury attorneys at Ladenburg Law.

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We at Whalley Law focused on assisting our clients with expert legal advice to resolve their cases in a few hearings across the state of Washington. No matter how complex your case is we will help you to decide what action is best for your future. Discuss family matter, divorce case, child custody, or personal injury settlement.

Wattel & York is a highly successful personal injury and property damage law firm in the United States, boasting more than 60 years of combined experience in litigation. We can help you with the following legal issues: personal injury, automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, boating injuries, slip and falls, product liabilities, dog bites, nursing home neglect cases, and diminished value claims. Our Phoenix, AZ injury lawyers pride themselves on being aggressive litigators who work hand-in-hand with clients to dictate the value of each individual case rather than let it be dictated by an insurance company.

The Law Offices of Briggs & Briggs is a Lakewood, WA personal injury law firm serving accident victims in the Lakewood, Tacoma, Olympia, Puyallup, Chehalis, and the Bremerton areas since 1952. Our firm is our client's trusted advocate to fight for the compensation they deserve to recover from their injuries. We offer 100% free consultations and you do not pay us a dime unless we recover for your injuries.

Sofia's extensive experience in personal injury cases has made her a leading attorney in Puyallup and Tacoma areas for accident victims and their families. Her hard work, dedication, and proven track record are the reasons why clients recommend Sofia to anyone who needs a legal representation in personal injury cases. If you have been injured as the result of another party’s negligence, contact Sofia K. Miguel today for a free consultation and learn more about how she can fight to get your fair compensation for your damages.