by Peter Abbarno | May 5, 2025 | Family Practice, Uncategorized
Is Washington State a “no fault” state for divorce? Yes, Washington State is a no-fault divorce state. This means that neither spouse needs to prove wrongdoing—such as adultery or abuse—to obtain a dissolution (also called divorce). Instead, one spouse can...
by Peter Abbarno | Feb 24, 2025 | Personal Injury, Uncategorized
In Washington state, Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance is required as part of the state’s auto insurance laws. Here’s why it’s important: No-Fault Coverage: Washington is a no-fault state, meaning that after a car accident, your own...
by Peter Abbarno | Sep 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
The attorneys with Althauser Rayan Abbarno want injured workers to know about a new law impacting time-loss benefits. Workers who are injured or disabled in the course of employment are entitled to certain benefits through the workers’ compensation program,...
by Peter Abbarno | Sep 9, 2024 | Uncategorized
An important change to public notice law was passed this year by State Reps. Shelley Kloba (D) and Peter Abbarno (R). The change will help the public participate by making deadlines for public comment clearer. The Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA) requires access for...
by Peter Abbarno | Sep 9, 2024 | Uncategorized
Someone who engages in sexual contact or sexual penetration with another person, and removes a sexually protective device without consent from the other party, may be subject to a new civil action. This is called ‘stealthing’! A victim can take civil...
by Peter Abbarno | Jan 3, 2024 | Personal Injury, Uncategorized
Personal injury protection (PIP), also known as “no-fault insurance,” is a component of an automobile insurance plan that covers the healthcare costs, lost wages, childcare, and other expenses associated with a car accident. What does PIP cover? PIP covers medical...
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