The unit rule, states that when land in which various stakeholders have separate interests is condemned by the government in an eminent domain proceeding, the amount of compensation to be paid must be determined as if the property was owned in fee simple absolute by a single owner and without reference to the other attached interests... continue reading »

This Legislative Session Report summarizes new laws that apply to water-sewer districts (Sections I - IV below), and some new laws that apply to other local governments whose actions impact water-sewer districts, such as counties and cities, or who provide related or complimentary services, such as fire districts and public utility districts (Sections V - VIII below)... continue reading »

Initiative 1433, passed by the voters in November 2016, requires that all employers in Washington begin providing their employees with paid sick leave, effective January 1, 2018... continue reading »

BELLEVUE - The Bellevue business community understands that an excellent education supports our future workforce. The Bellevue Chamber Foundation was established in 1992 to fund education programs. The Foundation is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted through April 21, 2017. Any Bellevue School District graduating senior may apply. For more information and to apply, download the application at.. continue reading »

Understanding New Fuel Standards by Inslee Best Shareholder, Kinnon Williams and Inslee Best Associate, Curtis Chambers.. continue reading »