By: Saphronia Young Clients frequently encounter difficult situations at work that originated in triangulated communications…i.e., gossip. Such behavior is toxic, whether at work, in social settings, or even in religious communities. Gossip sometimes serves a purpose. It can reaffirm between the “in” parties the values, roles, traditions and culture that are being promoted and that [...]

By:  Saphronia Young  — syoung@ameryounglaw.com Much of our construction practice is devoted to litigating mechanic’s liens.  The right to file a mechanic’s lien arises from RCW 60.04, and there are very specific requirements that must be met in order to “perfect” this unique type of security interest.  No matter how long one has practiced in [...]