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Washington state laws on assault and battery involving physical contact
https://legiswiki.com/en/p/10319/washington-state-laws-on-assault-and-battery-involving-physical-contact
In Washington State, assault is broadly defined as any unwanted physical contact that a "reasonable" person would find harmful or offensive. Importantly, the contact does not need to cause injury or leave a mark; it only needs to be considered offensive or harmful by a reasonable person. Unlike many...
Washington state laws on animal control and liability for dog behavior near neighbors
https://legiswiki.com/en/p/10325/washington-state-laws-on-animal-control-and-liability-for-dog-behavior-near-neighbors
Washington state law holds dog owners strictly liable for their dog's behavior, including attacks or bites on people or other domestic animals, regardless of whether the owner knew the dog was dangerous. This means if a dog bites or attacks someone on public or private property, the owner is respons...
Civil anti-harassment orders and restraining orders in Washington state
https://legiswiki.com/en/p/10323/civil-anti-harassment-orders-and-restraining-orders-in-washington-state
are legal tools designed to protect individuals from harassment, threats, or abuse. Here is a neutral summary of how these orders work: Types of Protection Orders Civil Anti-Harassment Orders: These are intended for situations where someone is being harassed, stalked, or threatened by another pers...
Legal definition and elements of harassment in Washington state
https://legiswiki.com/en/p/10318/legal-definition-and-elements-of-harassment-in-washington-state
The legal definition of harassment in Washington state involves a pattern or a single act of intentional behavior that seriously alarms, annoys, harasses, or harms a person without serving a legitimate or lawful purpose, and that causes substantial emotional distress to the victim. Key Elements of H...
Legal remedies for neighbor disputes including nuisance claims and injunctions in Washington
https://legiswiki.com/en/p/10321/legal-remedies-for-neighbor-disputes-including-nuisance-claims-and-injunctions-in-washington
In Washington, legal remedies for neighbor disputes involving nuisance claims and injunctions are available but subject to specific requirements and limitations. Nuisance Definition and Claims: A nuisance in Washington is conduct or conditions that harm others' use or enjoyment of their property or...