StokesLaw™ Briefs

On April 8, 2021, Gov. Inslee extended protections for employees at heightened risk for severe illness or death from COVID-19. Aviva Kamm explains the changes included in the latest extension.

Duffy Romnor explains the "Deadman's Statute" and its intention to prevent fraud in estate disputes.

On March 2, 2021, Washington's Senate passed SB 5480, which proposes major changes to Washington's current homestead exemption. Claire Taylor explains the potential impact on commercial lenders.

COVID has elevated electronic signatures within the landscape of commercial transactions from a commonplace convenience to a necessity. Kathleen Burton and Serena Sayani explain to what extent electronic signatures on commercial transaction documents would be enforceable

With vaccines becoming more widely available, an increasing number of Americans are fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Krista Slosburg explains what that means for Washington employers.

In addition to funding for vaccinations and additional stimulus payments, the American Rescue Plan contains some provisions to continue support for employers and workers as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Aviva Kamm explains.