Criminal Defense
Arrested in Tacoma? Your Rights and First 48 Hours
Arrested in Tacoma? A Pierce County criminal defense attorney explains your rights, the booking process, bail, and what to do in the first 48 hours.
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Practical legal information from our Tacoma attorneys on family law, criminal defense, and protecting your rights in Washington State.
CPS & Dependency
CPS During Divorce in Washington: How to Protect Your Custody Rights
Facing a CPS investigation during your Washington divorce? Pierce County family attorney Chris Torrone explains your rights, defense strategy, and custody impact.
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Criminal Defense
DUI Defense in Washington: Your Complete Guide for 2026
Charged with DUI in Washington? Pierce County attorney Chris Torrone breaks down 2026 law changes, DOL deadlines, penalties, and defense strategies.
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CPS & Dependency
False CPS Allegations in Washington: How to Fight Back
Fighting false CPS allegations in Washington? Learn your rights, how to build a defense, and how to hold malicious reporters accountable under RCW 26.44.
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CPS & Dependency
When a State Expert Gets It Wrong: What the Woods Settlement Means for Washington Parents
Eleven parents settled a federal suit against Mary Bridge's former child-abuse director. What the Woods case means for Washington parents.
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CPS & Dependency
Can a CPS Founded Finding Cost You Your Career? What Washington Professionals Need to Know
How a CPS founded finding can threaten your teaching certificate, nursing license, or healthcare credential in Washington—and what to do.
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CPS & Dependency
The Role of Guardian ad Litem in Washington CPS Dependency Cases
Learn how a Guardian ad Litem shapes your CPS dependency case in Washington, what their report means, and how to protect your parental rights at every stage.
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CPS & Dependency
How Long Does a CPS Founded Finding Stay on Record?
Learn how long a CPS founded finding stays on your record in Washington, retention periods, DCYF background checks, and how to challenge or limit findings.
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CPS & Dependency
Defending Against Physical Abuse CPS Findings in WA
Washington CPS physical abuse defense guide. Learn how founded findings work, your appeal rights, and how to protect your family and career.
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Family Law
CPS Founded Findings in Washington: Complete Guide
A CPS founded finding Washington determination means Child Protective Services has decided, by a...
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Family Law
Kinship Care in Washington State: How It Works
When Child Protective Services removes a child from their home, Washington State law requires the...
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Family Law
Visitation Rights When CPS Removes Your Child in WA
When Child Protective Services removes your child in Washington State, you have the legal right to...
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Family Law
Termination of Parental Rights (TPR) in Washington
Understanding what TPR means is essential because Termination of Parental Rights in Washington...
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CPS & Dependency
Failure to Protect: DV and CPS Allegations in WA
When Child Protective Services in Washington State accuses you of "failure to protect" after a...
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CPS & Dependency
Substance Abuse and CPS Cases in Washington State
CPS cases in Washington often begin when Child Protective Services suspects substance abuse and...
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CPS & Dependency
CPS Dependency Cases in Pierce County, WA
A CPS dependency case Washington occurs when the Department of Children, Youth and Families files a...
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CPS & Dependency
How to Get Your Children Back from CPS in Washington
Getting your children back from CPS in Washington State requires completing court-ordered ISSP...
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Family Law
Can CPS Interview My Child Without My Permission?
Yes, Child Protective Services can interview your child without your permission in Washington...
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CPS & Dependency
What Happens When CPS Investigates You in Washington
When CPS investigates a family in Washington State, the agency typically contacts parents within 24...
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CPS & Dependency
Do I Have to Let CPS Into My Home? (Washington)
No, you don't have to let CPS in your home without a warrant or court order in Washington State....
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Family Law
The 72-Hour Shelter Care Hearing in Pierce County
A shelter care hearing is the court hearing that happens within 72 hours after CPS removes your...
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CPS & Dependency
How We Helped a Gig Harbor Couple Fight False CPS Accusations
Annie and Abram Thigpen spent five years trying to have a baby. Two miscarriages. Fertility...
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Family Law
Back Child Support Felony in Washington State: When Does It Apply?
Washington State has no dollar amount that turns unpaid child support into a felony. Criminal...
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Criminal Defense
Class B Felony in Washington State: 2026 Guide
A Class B felony in Washington State carries up to 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine, covering...
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Family Law
Child Support for Disabled Adults in Washington
Yes, Washington State allows child support obligations to continue past age 18 for adults with...
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How Parental Divorce Affects a Child's Development
Parental divorce affects a child's social development and behavior in a few measurable ways:...
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Family Law
Winning Child Custody Battle With a Narcissist in Washington State
Winning a child custody battle with a narcissistic co-parent comes down to documentation, strategy,...
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Divorce
Divorcing a Narcissist in Washington: Complete Legal Guide
Divorcing a narcissistic spouse means preparing for a legal battle where your ex will lie,...
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Criminal Defense
How a Domestic Violence Apology Letter Can Help Your Healing Journey?
A domestic violence apology letter can destroy your criminal case if you write it before talking to...
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Criminal Defense
Can You Get a DUI On a Bicycle in Washington State?
No, you cannot get a DUI on a bicycle in Washington State. I've been defending DUI cases in Tacoma...
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Criminal Defense
Easy Guide to Getting a Job with a Domestic Violence Charge in WA
Yes, getting a job with a domestic violence charge in Washington State is possible, but it requires...
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What to Expect in a Washington Family Law Case [2026 Complete Guide]
A family law case in Washington moves through five distinct phases over 12 to 18 months, from...
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How Does Getting Married Affect Child Support?
Getting married doesn't automatically change your child support obligations in Washington State....
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Family Law
What are the Hardest Years of Marriage?
The hardest years of marriage typically hit during years 1-2, 7, and 15-20, when life transitions...
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Divorce
5 Signs Your Husband Wants A Divorce
When your husband wants a divorce, he rarely announces it clearly. Instead, you'll notice emotional...
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Family Law
The Emotional and Legal Fallout of a Sexless Marriage
A sexless marriage doesn't just kill physical intimacy; it destroys emotional connection, breeds...
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Divorce
7 Signs Your Wife Wants A Divorce
The most telling signs your wife wants a divorce include emotional disconnect, refusal to resolve...
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Divorce
The Great Divide: Top Things To Ask For In A Divorce Settlement
When splitting up your life, you need to request marital property, child custody arrangements,...
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Divorce
Tiny House Divorce Rate: What Every Tiny Home Buyer Needs to Know
The tiny house divorce rate is higher than traditional homeowners. After handling family law cases...
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Criminal Defense
How Do Lawyers Get Traffic Tickets Dismissed in Washington?
Lawyers get traffic tickets dismissed in Washington by challenging radar calibration records,...
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Divorce
3 Devastating Types Of Affairs That Lead To Divorce
In Washington State, the type of affair doesn't determine if you get divorced, but it does affect...
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Divorce
What To Do in 2026 If Your Cheating Wife Doesn’t Want A Divorce
Your wife cannot legally stop you from getting a divorce in Washington State, even if she refuses...
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Criminal Defense
Can You Be a Teacher If You Have a DUI in 2026?
Yes, you can still teach in Washington State after a DUI conviction, but you must report it to OSPI...
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Divorce
How To Divorce A Disabled Spouse?
Yes, you can divorce a disabled spouse in Washington State, and the law protects both parties...
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Criminal Defense
DUI on a Horse: Washington State Law Explained
No, you cannot get a DUI on a horse in Washington State because horses are not considered motor...
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Divorce
6 Options When Your Ex Won't Follow the Divorce Decree
When your ex does not comply a court order from your divorce decree, you can file a motion for...
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Divorce
What Percentage of Marriages Survive Infidelity?
Between 60-75% of marriages survive infidelity when couples get professional help, but only 15%...
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Criminal Defense
Effective Prayer for Domestic Violence
Prayer for domestic violence victims brings comfort when you're hurting and scared, but it works...
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Divorce
5 Signs You Should Get a Divorce [WA Attorney’s Perspective]
The biggest signs of divorce I see after 20 years practicing family law? Lost emotional connection,...
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Signs Your Spouse Is Planning a Divorce in 2026
If your spouse is suddenly hiding bank statements, documenting everything you do wrong, or meeting...
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Family Law
7 WA Child Custody Laws for Unmarried Parents
Washington State child custody laws treat unmarried parents very differently than married couples,...
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Criminal Defense
Domestic Violence by Proxy: How to Recognize and Stop It
Domestic violence by proxy happens when your abuser weaponizes other people and systems to control...
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