This form for use in litigation against an insurance company for bad faith breach of contract. Adapt this model form to fit your needs and specific law. Not recommended for use by non-attorney.
This form for use in litigation against an insurance company for bad faith breach of contract. Adapt this model form to fit your needs and specific law. Not recommended for use by non-attorney.
A landlord may not terminate a tenancy or increase rent or change other terms of the rental agreement to retaliate against a tenant who asserts his or her rights under the Landlord-Tenant Act or reports violations of housing codes or ordinances. Attorney General at 800-551-4636.
The heart of the consumer protection provisions of the CPA is RCW 19.86. 020, which states: “Unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce are hereby declared unlawful.”
What can I do if I think my landlord is discriminating against me? You can file a complaint with the Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC). You can call them at 1-800-233-3247. Learn more and get a complaint form at .hum.wa/file-complaint.
You can file a complaint with the Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC). You can call them at 1-800-233-3247. Learn more and get a complaint form at .hum.wa/file-complaint.
File a complaint with government or consumer programs File a complaint with your local consumer protection office. Notify the Better Business Bureau (BBB) in your area about your problem. The BBB tries to resolve complaints against companies. Report scams and suspicious communications to the Federal Trade Commission.
How do I file a complaint against a judge or commissioner? Forms to file a complaint against a judicial officer (e.g., a judge, commissioner, or magistrate) are located on the Filing a Complaint page of the Washington State Commission on Judicial Conduct Website.
File a Complaint: If your landlord is violating tenant laws or codes (eg, health and safety violations), you can file a complaint with your local housing authority or building inspection office. Seek Legal Advice: Consult with a tenant's rights organization or an attorney who specializes in landlord-tenant law.
The Process To begin a civil lawsuit in federal court, the plaintiff files a complaint with the court and “serves” a copy of the complaint on the defendant.
Judge: The legal officer who presides over the courtroom and directs and controls the trial. Plaintiff: The person who accuses another and brings the lawsuit to court. Prosecutor: A public official who brings the government's case against a person accused of a crime and asks the court to convict that person.
The statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is outlined under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) §4.16. 080. Under this law, victims of personal injuries have three years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit in court.