DISPOSITIONS OF PETITIONS FOR REVIEW, 111 Wn.2d 1014 (1988)

The Supreme Court of Washington. Pacific Northwest Life Ins. Co., Respondent, v. Turnbull, et al, Defendants, Nelson, et al, Respondents, Williams, Petitioner, No. 55349-1. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, June 6, 1988, 51 Wn. App. 692. Denied October 4, 1988. State, Respondent, v. Dorey, Petitioner, No. 55299-1. Petition for […]

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VALLEY VIEW v. REDMOND, 107 Wn.2d 621 (1987)

733 P.2d 182 VALLEY VIEW INDUSTRIAL PARK, Respondent, v. THE CITY OF REDMOND, Appellant. No. 50990-5.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. February 12, 1987. [1] Appeal — Assignments of Error — Argument — Necessity — In General. Assignments of error which are not supported by argument in a brief are deemed abandoned. [2] Zoning […]

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DISPOSITIONS OF PETITIONS FOR REVIEW[†] , 128 Wn.2d 1010 (1995)

The Supreme Court of Washington. [†] Dispositions of Court of Appeals Commissioner rulings are identified by case names not in italic. Kimberly-Clark Corp., Respondent, v. Department of Revenue, Petitioner, No. 63331-2. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, August 11, 1995, 78 Wn. App. 1075. Denied January 9, 1996. State, Respondent, […]

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DICK v. DEPT. OF LABOR IND., 24 Wn.2d 423 (1946)

165 P.2d 853 C.R. DICK, Appellant, v. THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIES, Respondent.[1] No. 29745.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. February 1, 1946. [1] Reported in 165 P.2d 853. [1] WORKMEN’S COMPENSATION — PROCEEDINGS TO SECURE — REVIEW — INSTRUCTIONS — PRESUMPTIONS — DECISION BASED UPON TESTIMONY BEFORE EXAMINER. In industrial insurance proceedings, […]

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STATE v. WILLIAMS-WALKER, 158 Wn.2d 1025 (2007)

State, Respondent, v. Williams-Walker, Petitioner. No. 78611-9.The Supreme Court of Washington. January 3, 2007. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 23023-6-III, March 21, 2006, 132 Wn. App. 1009. Dispositions of Petitions for Review and Selected Motions for Discretionary Review. Denied. Page 1026

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AUTOMOBILE CLUB v. SEATTLE, 49 Wn.2d 262 (1956)

300 P.2d 577 THE AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF WASHINGTON, Appellant, v. THE CITY OF SEATTLE et al., Respondents.[1] No. 33542.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department One. August 2, 1956. [1] Reported in 300 P.2d 577. [1] BRIDGES — MUNICIPAL CORPORATIONS — POWER TO CONTROL AND REGULATE — STATE BRIDGES IN CITY — CONTROL BY CITY — […]

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CONARD v. UW, 119 Wn.2d 519 (1992)

834 P.2d 17 KEVIN CONARD, ET AL, Petitioners, v. THE UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON, ET AL, Respondents. No. 58719-1.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. August 6, 1992. [1] Constitutional Law — Construction — State and Federal Provisions — Independent State Interpretation — Argument — Necessity. When a constitutional challenge is made under both a federal […]

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BRAMAN v. KUPER, 51 Wn.2d 676 (1958)

321 P.2d 275 HOWARD P. BRAMAN et al., Respondents, v. JOHN KUPER et al., Appellants.[1] No. 34125.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. February 7, 1958. [1] Reported in 321 P.2d 275. [1] APPEAL AND ERROR — NOTICE OF APPEAL — WHO MUST BE SERVED. Notice of appeal is required to be served only upon […]

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KALNOSKI v. CARLISLE LUMBER CO., 17 Wn.2d 662 (1943)

137 P.2d 109 EDWARD KALNOSKI, Respondent, v. CARLISLE LUMBER COMPANY et al., Appellants.[1] No. 28941.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. May 1, 1943. [1] Reported in 137 P.2d 109. [1] DEEDS — LOGS AND LOGGING — RIGHT TO CUT AND REMOVE TIMBER — REASONABLE TIME. Where a deed to standing timber does not fix […]

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AMERICAN DIS. CORP. v. SARATOGA WEST, 81 Wn.2d 34 (1972)

499 P.2d 869 AMERICAN DISCOUNT CORPORATION, Respondent, v. SARATOGA WEST, INC., et al., Defendants, MISSION RIDGE ESTATES, Appellant. No. 42206.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. July 20, 1972. [1] Civil Procedure — Parties — Intervention — Examination of Pleadings. The court will examine the pleadings and accept the well pleaded allegations as true when […]

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STATE EX REL. RIDENOUR v. SUPERIOR COURT, 174 Wn. 152 (1933)

24 P.2d 418 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, on the Relation of J. CLYDE RIDENOUR, Plaintiff, v. THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR KING COUNTY, Respondent. ESTHER RIDENOUR, Respondent, v. J. CLYDE RIDENOUR, Appellant. Nos. 24411, 24562. Department Two.The Supreme Court of Washington. August 15, 1933. [1] DIVORCE (86) — ALIMONY — ENFORCEMENT OF ORDER — CONTEMPT PROCEEDINGS […]

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STATE EX REL. PRICE v. SEATTLE, 20 Wn.2d 17 (1944)

145 P.2d 286 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON on the Relation of S.F. Price, Appellant, v. THE CITY OF SEATTLE et al., Respondents.[1] No. 29184.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. January 28, 1944. [1] Reported in 145 P.2d 286. [1] MUNICIPAL CORPORATIONS — OFFICERS AND AGENTS — REMOVAL — RESTRICTION OF CIVIL SERVICE RULES — […]

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STARKEY v. STARKEY, 40 Wn.2d 307 (1952)

242 P.2d 1048 HILDA JANE STARKEY, Appellant, v. FRANK D. STARKEY, Respondent and Cross-appellant.[1] No. 31906.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. April 10, 1952. [1] Reported in 242 P.2d 1048. [1] DIVORCE — CONTEMPT — CUSTODY OF CHILDREN — CONTEMPT NOT EXONERATED BY PRIOR CONTEMPT OF OTHER PARTY. The acts of a former wife […]

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IN RE WHITE v. SCHNECKLOTH, 56 Wn.2d 173 (1960)

351 P.2d 919 In the Matter of the Application for a Writ of Habeas Corpus of TOMMY WHITE, Petitioner, v. MERLE E. SCHNECKLOTH, as Superintendent of the State Penitentiary, Respondent.[1] No. 34128.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. May 5, 1960. [1] Reported in 351 P.2d 919. [1] INDIANS — CRIMINAL PROSECUTIONS — JURISDICTION. Assault […]

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STATE v. RAUCH, 153 Wn.2d 1010 (2005)

State, Respondent, v. Rauch, Petitioner. No. 75616-3.The Supreme Court of Washington. February 1, 2005. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 29691-8-II, May 18, 2004, 121 Wn. App. 1045. Denied

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SIMMS v. ERVIN, 46 Wn.2d 417 (1955)

282 P.2d 291 ROY SIMMS, Appellant, v. BOB ERVIN et al., Respondents.[1] No. 32991.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. April 7, 1955. [1] Reported in 282 P.2d 291. [1] SALES — RESCISSION OF CONTRACT BY PURCHASER — FRAUD — EVIDENCE — SUFFICIENCY. In an action for the rescission of a contract for the sale […]

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STATE v. PRESTON, 161 Wn.2d 1003 (2007)

166 P.3d 719 State, Respondent, v. Preston, Petitioner. No. 79362-0.The Supreme Court of Washington. September 5, 2007. [EDITOR’S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.] Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 23579-3-III, September 14, 2006, 134 Wn. App. 1064. Denied. Page 1004

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CROWL v. ASIA, 143 Wn. 694 (1927)

253 P. 597 C.A. CROWL, as Receiver etc., Respondent, v. S.B. ASIA et al., Appellants. No. 20404. Department Two.The Supreme Court of Washington. April 4, 1927. Appeal from a judgment of the superior court for King county, Davidson, J., entered May 17, 1926, upon findings in favor of the plaintiff, in an action to recover […]

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IN RE MARRIAGE OF HALLAQ, 162 Wn.2d 1008 (2007)

175 P.3d 1094 In re Marriage of Hallaq. No. 79817-6.The Supreme Court of Washington. December 5, 2007. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 24097-5-III, January 9, 2007. Dispositions of Petitions for Review and Selected Motions for Discretionary Review. Denied.

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STATE v. HUNT, 153 Wn.2d 1020 (2005)

State, Respondent, v. Hunt, Petitioner. No. 75782-8.The Supreme Court of Washington. March 1, 2005. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 51123-8-I, May 3, 2004, 121 Wn. App. 1027. Denied.

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JACOBS v. LAWSON, 179 Wn. 695 (1934)

37 P.2d 1115 W.C. JACOBS et al., Respondents, v. LAURA LAWSON, Defendant, GEORGE HOOPS, Appellant. No. 25233. Department One.The Supreme Court of Washington. November 23, 1934. Appeal from a judgment of the superior court for King county, Findley, J., entered February 3, 1934, upon findings in favor of the plaintiff, in supplemental proceedings, after a […]

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IN RE NOGLEBERG’S ESTATE, 200 Wn. 652 (1939)

94 P.2d 488 In the Matter of the Estate of PAUL NOGLEBERG, Deceased. THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, by Robt. F. Waldron, as Supervisor of the State Inheritance Tax and Escheat Division, Appellant, v. O.S. HAUGEN, as Executor, Respondent. No. 27131. Department One.The Supreme Court of Washington. October 11, 1939. [1] TAXATION — INHERITANCE TAXES — […]

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PAULSON v. PAULSON, 37 Wn.2d 555 (1950)

225 P.2d 206 BETTY J. PAULSON, Appellant, v. DOUGLAS PAULSON, Respondent.[1] No. 31494.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department One. December 7, 1950. [1] Reported in 225 P.2d 206. [1] EVIDENCE — WEIGHT AND SUFFICIENCY — PREPONDERANCE OF EVIDENCE. Where there are only two witnesses, one of whom asserts and the other denies, a trial judge, […]

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CHRISTENSEN v. HOSKINS, 65 Wn.2d 417 (1964)

397 P.2d 830 BERNARD W. CHRISTENSEN et al., Respondents, v. J.M. HOSKINS et al., Appellants.[*] No. 37326.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department One. December 24, 1964. [*] Reported in 397 P.2d 830. [1] Vendor and Purchaser — Contracts — Warranties — Construction Contracts. A builder’s warranty that a house was constructed in substantial compliance with […]

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HEBISH v. PACIFIC COUNTY, 168 Wn. 91 (1932)

10 P.2d 999 FRED HEBISH et al., Respondents, v. PACIFIC COUNTY et al., Appellants. No. 23627. Department One.The Supreme Court of Washington. May 2, 1932. [1] HIGHWAYS (3, 9) — ESTABLISHMENT BY PRESCRIPTION — MODE AND EXTENT OF USE — EXISTENCE OF HIGHWAY — EVIDENCE — SUFFICIENCY. The evidence sustains findings that no public road […]

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STATE v. KETTER, 149 Wn.2d 1025 (2003)

State, Respondent, v. Ketter, Petitioner. No. 73179-9.The Supreme Court of Washington. July 8, 2003. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 27523-6-II, September 20, 2002. Denied July 8, 2003.

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STATE v. WESTLIE, 151 Wn. 312 (1929)

275 P. 706 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, Respondent, v. ANDREW WESTLIE, Appellant. No. 21726. Department One.The Supreme Court of Washington. March 22, 1929. [1] RAPE (7) — INFORMATION — SUFFICIENCY. An information alleging attempted statutory rape by soliciting sexual intercourse and physical attempts is sufficient, when attacked for the first time on appeal. [2] CRIMINAL […]

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STATE v. MERINO, 170 Wn.2d 1007 (2010)

245 P.3d 227 State, Respondent, v. Merino, Petitioner. No. 84884-0.The Supreme Court of Washington. November 3, 2010. [EDITOR’S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.] Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 37507-9-II, April 27, 2010, 155 Wn. App. 1039. Denied.

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EVERETT v. DEPT. OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIES, 167 Wn. 619 (1932)

9 P.2d 1107 LOLA MAY EVERETT, Appellant, v. THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIES, Respondent. No. 23608. Department One.The Supreme Court of Washington. April 12, 1932. [1] MASTER AND SERVANT (20-1) — WORKMEN’S COMPENSATION — EXTRAHAZARDOUS OCCUPATION — OPERATION OF WATERWORKS. A manager in sole charge of the operation of a waterworks plant was engaged […]

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STATE v. REITER, 149 Wn.2d 1031 (2003)

State, Respondent, v. Reiter, Petitioner. No. 73661-8.The Supreme Court of Washington. September 4, 2003. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 27214-8-II, January 17, 2003, 115 Wn. App. 1009. Denied September 4, 2003.

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DISPOSITIONS OF PETITIONS FOR REVIEW, 88 Wn.2d 1008 (1977)

The Supreme Court of Washington. State, Petitioner, v. Jubie, Respondent, No. 44567. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, July 26, 1976, 15 Wn. App. 881. Denied March 21, 1977. State, Respondent, v. Arnett, Petitioner, No. 44562. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, May 10, 1976, […]

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IN RE J.M.R., 172 Wn.2d 1017 (2011)

262 P.3d 64 In re Dependency of J.M.R. No. 86048-3.The Supreme Court of Washington. September 27, 2011. Motion for discretionary review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 64711-3-I, April 4, 2011, 160 Wn. App. 929. Granted on a specific issue.

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HOUDA v. McDONALD, 159 Wn. 561 (1930)

294 P. 249 E.O. HOUDA, Respondent, v. HAZEL K. McDONALD, as Executrix, Appellant. No. 22676. Department One.The Supreme Court of Washington. December 15, 1930. [1] PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS (14) — ACTIONS TO RECOVER FOR SERVICES — EVIDENCE — ADMISSIBILITY — WEALTH OF PATIENT. Upon an issue as to the value of the services of a […]

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ENGLE v. DEP’T OF CORR., 165 Wn.2d 1004 (2008)

Engle, Petitioner, v. Dep’t of Corr. et al., Respondents. No. 81634-4.The Supreme Court of Washington. December 2, 2008. [EDITOR’S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.] Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 26212-0-III, April 22, 2008, 144 Wn. App. 1011. Denied.

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STATE v. CRAIG, 67 Wn.2d 77 (1965)

406 P.2d 599 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, Respondent, v. JEFFERY CRAIG, Defendant, KENNETH L. KONTRATH, Appellant.[*] No. 37698.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. October 7, 1965. [*] Reported in 406 P.2d 599. [1] Criminal Law — Evidence — Motion to Suppress. A simple objection at the time physical evidence is offered at trial is […]

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STATE v. SWANSON, 165 Wn.2d 1034 (2009)

State, Respondent, v. Swanson, Petitioner. No. 82147-0.The Supreme Court of Washington. March 4, 2009. [EDITOR’S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.] Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 35354-7-II, August 5, 2008, 146 Wn. App. 1026. Denied

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LOWENTHAL v. PORTIN, 151 Wn.2d 1016 (2004)

Lowenthal, Respondent, v. Portin, et al., Defendants, Namer, et al., Petitioners. No. 74553-6.The Supreme Court of Washington. April 6, 2004. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 51337-1-I, July 14, 2003, 117 Wn. App. 1060. Denied April 6, 2004.

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RIBLET v. SPOKANE-PORTLAND ETC. CO., 45 Wn.2d 346 (1954)

274 P.2d 574 ROYAL N. RIBLET et al., Appellants, v. SPOKANE-PORTLAND CEMENT COMPANY, Respondent.[1] No. 32824.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. October 1, 1954. [1] Reported in 274 P.2d 574. [1] EVIDENCE — WEIGHT AND SUFFICIENCY — UNCONTRADICTED EVIDENCE. In a case tried to the court, it is within the province of the trial […]

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STATE v. JEFFRIES, 105 Wn.2d 398 (1986)

717 P.2d 722 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, Respondent, v. PATRICK JAMES JEFFRIES, Appellant. No. 50062-2.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. March 27, 1986. [1] Criminal Law — Trial — Taking Case From Jury — Sufficiency of Evidence — In General. Evidence is sufficient to uphold a criminal conviction if, viewing the evidence and the […]

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LOCKHART v. ROBINSON, 172 Wn.2d 1008 (2011)

259 P.3d 1108 Lockhart, Petitioner v. Robinson et al., Respondents. The Supreme Court of Washington. No. 86013-1. September 6, 2011. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 40214-9-II, April 12, 2011, 161 Wn. App. 1006. Denied.

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DESIMONE v. SPENCE, 51 Wn.2d 412 (1957)

318 P.2d 959 MONDO DESIMONE et al., Appellants, v. FLOSSIE SPENCE, Respondent.[1] No. 34213.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. December 12, 1957. [1] Reported in 318 P.2d 959. [1] EQUITY — PRINCIPLES AND MAXIMS. Equity regards that as done which ought to have been done. [2] ABANDONMENT — EVIDENCE — SUFFICIENCY. In an action […]

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MARYLAND CASUALTY CO. v. TACOMA, 199 Wn. 72 (1939)

90 P.2d 226 MARYLAND CASUALTY COMPANY et al., Appellants, v. THE CITY OF TACOMA et al., Respondents. No. 27335. Department One.The Supreme Court of Washington. May 9, 1939. [1] PARTNERSHIP — MUTUAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS — CONFLICT OF PARTNERSHIP AND INDIVIDUAL INTERESTS — GOOD FAITH. The relationship of partners is fiduciary in character and imposes […]

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WITENBERG v. SYLVIA, 35 Wn.2d 626 (1950)

214 P.2d 690 B.J. WITENBERG, Respondent, v. C.E. SYLVIA, Appellant, HAROLD A. DAHL, Defendant.[1] No. 31236.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. February 6, 1950. [1] Reported in 214 P.2d 690. [1] EVIDENCE — PAROL EVIDENCE TO VARY WRITINGS — EFFECT AS TO PERSONS NOT PARTIES. Where a defendant, not a party to agreements between […]

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ALUMBAUGH v. UNDERWRITING ETC., 51 Wn.2d 331 (1957)

317 P.2d 1064 VERNE E. ALUMBAUGH, Respondent, v. UNDERWRITING MEMBERS OF LLOYD’S, LONDON, Appellant.[1] No. 34274.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department One. November 21, 1957. [1] Reported in 317 P.2d 1064. [1] EVIDENCE — SIMILAR FACTS AND TRANSACTIONS — DISCRETION OF COURT. The admission of evidence covered by the rule of substantial similarity rests within […]

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ZIPFEL v. CLARK, 163 Wn.2d 1037 (2008)

Zipfel, Respondent, v. Clark et al., Petitioners. No. 80776-1.The Supreme Court of Washington. June 3, 2008. [EDITOR’S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.] Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 24902-6-III, June 28, 2007, 139 Wn. App. 1036. Denied. Page 1038

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MORTENSON CO. v. TIMBERLINE SOFTWARE, 140 Wn.2d 568 (2000)

998 P.2d 305 M.A. MORTENSON COMPANY, INC., Petitioner, v. TIMBERLINE SOFTWARE CORPORPORATION, ET AL., Respondents. No. 67796-4.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc.Argued October 26, 1999. Decided May 4, 2000. Page 569 [EDITORS’ NOTE: THIS PAGE CONTAINS HEADNOTES. HEADNOTES ARE NOT AN OFFICIAL PRODUCT OF THE COURT, THEREFORE THEY ARE NOT DISPLAYED.] Page 570 Oles […]

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STATE EX REL. MELBYE v. SUPERIOR COURT, 148 Wn. 616 (1928)

269 P. 791 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, on the Relation of Grace Melbye, Plaintiff, v. THE SUPERIOR COURT FOR WALLA WALLA COUNTY, Respondent. No. 21344. Department One.The Supreme Court of Washington. August 22, 1928. [1] PARTNERSHIP (14) — EVIDENCE — WEIGHT AND SUFFICIENCY AS BETWEEN PARTNERS — CERTIORARI — CONTINGENCY NEVER REACHED. Upon an issue […]

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STATE EX REL. SCOFIELD v. EASTERDAY, 182 Wn. 209 (1935)

46 P.2d 1052 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, on the Relation of Harvey Scofield et al., Appellant, v. FORREST R. EASTERDAY, as Engineer for Pierce County, Respondent. No. 25744. Department One.The Supreme Court of Washington. June 13, 1935. [1] STATUTES (14) — SUBJECTS AND TITLES OF ACTS — EXPRESSION IN TITLE OF SUBJECT. Rem. 1935 Sup., […]

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THORNTON CREEK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND v. SEATTLE, 149 Wn.2d 1013 (2003)

Thornton Creek Legal Defense Fund, Petitioner, v. City of Seattle, et al., Respondents. Thornton Creek Legal Defense Fund, et al., Petitioners, v. City of Seattle, et al., Respondents. No. 73213-2.The Supreme Court of Washington. May 28, 2003. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, Nos. 47353-1-I; 49131-8-I, September 25, 2002, 113 […]

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AIRPORT v. RMA, INC., 167 Wn.2d 1017 (2010)

224 P.3d 773 Spokane Airport, Respondent, v. RMA, Inc., Petitioner. No. 83396-6.The Supreme Court of Washington. Denied January 5, 2010. [EDITOR’S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.] Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 26538-2-III, April 28, 2009, 149 Wn. App. 930. Review Order. Denied

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BJORKLUND v. CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO., 161 Wn. 340 (1931)

297 P. 155 ELSIE BJORKLUND, Respondent, v. CONTINENTAL CASUALTY COMPANY et al., Appellants. No. 22669. Department Two.The Supreme Court of Washington. March 19, 1931. [1] INSURANCE (169) — COMPLAINT — FORM AND REQUISITES — PLEADING CAUSE OF DEATH. A complaint upon an insurance policy alleging that a workman was “killed in an accident” when he […]

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SHINN v. STATE, 154 Wn.2d 1027 (2005)

Shinn, Petitioner, v. State et al., Respondents. No. 76546-4.The Supreme Court of Washington. July 13, 2005. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 31040-6-II, December 14, 2004, 124 Wn. App. 1037. Denied. Page 1028

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STATE v. STUMP, 16 Wn.2d 140 (1943)

132 P.2d 727 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, Respondent, v. LILLY STUMP et al., Appellants.[1] No. 28806.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department One. January 7, 1943. [1] Reported in 132 P.2d 727. [1] CRIMINAL LAW — TRIAL — SEPARATE TRIALS OF CODEFENDANTS — DISCRETION. In a prosecution of codefendants for violation of the state liquor law, […]

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McKOWN v. DAVIS, 47 Wn.2d 10 (1955)

285 P.2d 1048 CHARLES MCKOWN et al., Respondents, v. FLOYD DAVIS et al., Appellants.[1] No. 33041.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department One. July 21, 1955. [1] Reported in 285 P.2d 1048. [1] SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE — SUFFICIENCY OF PERFORMANCE BY PURCHASER. In an action for the specific performance of a contract for the sale of a […]

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STATE v. BAKER, 165 Wn.2d 1047 (2009)

State, Respondent, v. Baker, Petitioner. In re Pers. Restraint of Baker. No. 82411-8.The Supreme Court of Washington. April 28, 2009. [EDITOR’S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.] Petition for review of decisions of the Court of Appeals, Nos. 36412-3-II and 36483-2-II, October 21, 2008, 147 Wn. App. 1006. Denied.

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GORD v. HARMON CO., 188 Wn. 134 (1936)

61 P.2d 1294 AL GORD, Respondent, v. F.S. HARMON COMPANY, Appellant. No. 26099. Department Two.The Supreme Court of Washington. October 29, 1936. [1] ARBITRATION AND AWARD (1) — TRADE UNIONS (1) — AGREEMENTS TO ARBITRATE — LABOR DISPUTES — COMMON LAW APPRAISEMENT — VALIDITY. In addition to statutory arbitration, there exists in this state the […]

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STATE v. SCHOEL, 58 Wn.2d 58 (1961)

360 P.2d 561 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, Respondent, v. WARREN W. SCHOEL, Appellant.[*] No. 35588.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. March 30, 1961. [*] Reported in 360 P.2d 561. [1] CRIMINAL LAW — APPEAL AND ERROR — DISPOSITION OF CAUSE — ORDERING NEW TRIAL — LAW OF THE CASE. In a prosecution for murder […]

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PUGET SD. PAINTERS v. STATE, 45 Wn.2d 819 (1954)

278 P.2d 302 PUGET SOUND PAINTERS, INC., et al., Appellants, v. THE STATE OF WASHINGTON et al., Respondents.[1] No. 32870.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department One. December 30, 1954. [1] Reported in 278 P.2d 302. [1] BRIDGES — MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR — CONTRACTOR’S BID BOND — BAD FAITH — EVIDENCE — SUFFICIENCY. In an action […]

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STATE v. VO, 166 Wn.2d 1018 (2009)

210 P.3d 1020 State, Respondent, v. Tu Minh Vo, Petitioner. No. 82805-9.The Supreme Court of Washington. July 8, 2009. [EDITOR’S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.] Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 60604-2-I, January 27, 2009. Denied.

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STATE EX REL. DRAHAM v. YELLE, 175 Wn. 33 (1933)

26 P.2d 622 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, on the Relation of George W. Draham, Plaintiff, v. CLIFF YELLE, as State Auditor, Respondent. No. 24784. En Banc.The Supreme Court of Washington. November 3, 1933. [1] STATES (26) — FISCAL MANAGEMENT — RELIEF LEGISLATION — APPROPRIATIONS — CONSTRUCTION. Chapter 8, Laws of 1933, p. 103 (Rem. 1933 […]

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STATE v. DUNCAN, 111 Wn.2d 859 (1989)

765 P.2d 1300 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, Respondent, v. SAMUEL DAVID DUNCAN, Appellant. No. 55362-9.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. January 12, 1989. [1] Criminal Law — Review — Trial Court Jurisdiction During Review — Compliance With Criminal Rules — Necessity. In order for a trial court to modify a final ruling which has […]

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BIGGS v. VAIL, 124 Wn.2d 193 (1994)

876 P.2d 448 PATRICK BIGGS, Appellant, v. DAVID B. VAIL, Respondent. No. 59938-6.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. July 7, 1994. [1] Pleading — Supporting Facts — Reasonable Inquiry — Breach of Duty — Court Rule — Construction — Similar Federal Rule. Federal decisions interpreting Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 11 may provide guidance […]

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BREWER v. DEPT. OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIES, 143 Wn. 49 (1927)

254 P. 831 JOHN BREWER, Appellant, v. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIES, Respondent, HOBI TIMBER COMPANY, Intervener and Appellant. No. 20241. En Banc.The Supreme Court of Washington. March 28, 1927. [1] MASTER AND SERVANT (2, 121-2) — WORKMEN’S COMPENSATION — RELATION — EVIDENCE OF EMPLOYMENT. A logger, engaged by written contract with an employment agency […]

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IN RE CAINE’S ESTATE, 38 Wn.2d 545 (1951)

231 P.2d 274 In the Matter of the Estate of MINNIE CAINE, Deceased. LOVELL FLOYD, as Administratrix c.t.a., Appellant, v. JAMES L. CAINE, Respondent.[1] No. 31557.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. May 3, 1951. [1] Reported in 231 P.2d 274. [1] WILLS — CONTESTS — ALLOWANCE OF COSTS AND FEES OUT OF ESTATE. Where […]

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SLOANE v. STATE, 161 Wn. 414 (1931)

297 P. 194 W. J. SLOANE, Respondent, v. THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, Appellant. No. 22953. Department Two.The Supreme Court of Washington. March 23, 1931. [1] CONTRACTS (139) — PERFORMANCE — APPROVAL OF ARCHITECTS — ACCEPTANCE OF WORK. Under a contract for furniture, designating architects as the final arbiters to decide whether the furniture was in […]

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CAMBRIDGE TOWNHOMES v. PAC. STAR, 166 Wn.2d 475 (2009)

209 P.3d 863 CAMBRIDGE TOWNHOMES, LLC, ET AL., Respondents, v. PACIFIC STAR ROOFING, INC., ET AL., Petitioners, 4 BEES SIDING, INC., ET AL., Defendants, GERALD UTLEY, Petitioner/Intervenor. No. 81003-6.The Supreme Court of Washington.Argued February 10, 2009. Decided June 18, 2009. Page 476 [EDITORS’ NOTE: THIS PAGE CONTAINS HEADNOTES. HEADNOTES ARE NOT AN OFFICIAL PRODUCT OF […]

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IN RE DET. OF LEE, 150 Wn.2d 1002 (2003)

In re Det. of Lee, Petitioner. No. 72253-6.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. September 30, 2003. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 47286-1-I, December 3, 2001, 109 Wn. App. 1035. Denied.

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PHAIR v. HEUSCHEL, 169 Wn.2d 1026 (2010)

241 P.3d 413 Phair, Petitioner, v. Heuschel et al., Respondents. No. 84517-4.The Supreme Court of Washington. October 5, 2010. [EDITOR’S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.] Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 62919-1-I, January 25, 2010, 154 Wn. App. 1019. Denied.

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NORTHWESTERN FINANCE CO. v. RUSSELL, 161 Wn. 389 (1931)

297 P. 186 NORTHWESTERN FINANCE COMPANY, Appellant, v. C.E. RUSSELL et al., Respondents. No. 22975. Department Two.The Supreme Court of Washington. March 23, 1931. [1] ESTOPPEL (35-1) — SALES (178) — ACTS MAKING INJURY POSSIBLE AS BETWEEN ACTOR AND ANOTHER EQUALLY BLAMELESS — CONDITIONAL SALES — BONA FIDE PURCHASER FROM BUYER. A finance company that […]

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DISPOSITIONS OF PETITIONS FOR REVIEW, 107 Wn.2d 1028 (1986)

The Supreme Court of Washington. Southcenter View Condominium Owners’ Ass’n, et al, Petitioners, v. Condominium Builders, Inc., et al, Respondents, No. 53419-5. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, October 20, 1986, 47 Wn. App. 767. Denied March 3, 1987. State, Respondent, v. Lira, Petitioner, No. 53432-2. Petition for review of […]

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STATE v. COOPER, 26 Wn.2d 405 (1946)

174 P.2d 545 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, Respondent, v. WILLIAM JENNINGS COOPER, Appellant.[1] No. 29908.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. November 18, 1946. [1] Reported in 174 P.2d 545. [1] HOMICIDE — INDICTMENT AND INFORMATION — ISSUES, PROOF, AND VARIANCE — PRINCIPALS AND ACCESSORIES. Under Rem. Rev. Stat., § 2260, an accessory to a […]

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CERT. FROM UNITED STATES v. CITY OF KENT, 78293-8 (Wash. 8-10-2006)

139 P.3d 1091 CERTIFICATION FROM THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE WESTERN DISTRICT OF WASHINGTON AT SEATTLE IN QWEST CORPORATION, Plaintiff, v. CITY OF KENT, Defendant. No. 78293-8The Supreme Court of Washington, En Banc. Oral Argument Date: May 23, 2006 Filed: August 10, 2006 Appeal from Superior Court of County. Judgment or order under […]

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HOUSER v. REDMOND, 91 Wn.2d 36 (1978)

586 P.2d 482 JERRY O. HOUSER, Petitioner, v. THE CITY OF REDMOND, Respondent. No. 44846.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. November 16, 1978. [1] Torts — Interference With Business Relationship — Third Person — Necessity. An action for tortious interference with a contractual relationship lies only against a third party, and not against a […]

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CURTIS v. SEATTLE, 97 Wn.2d 59 (1982)

639 P.2d 1370 LEILONI IRENE CURTIS, ET AL, Appellants, v. THE CITY OF SEATTLE, Respondent. No. 46950-4.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. February 11, 1982. [1] Statutes — Validity — Wisdom — In General. The fact that a statute may be bad or unwise does not render it invalid. [2] Obscenity — Sexual Conduct […]

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INLAND EMPIRE ETC. v. DEPT. PUB. SERVICE, 199 Wn. 527 (1939)

92 P.2d 258 INLAND EMPIRE RURAL ELECTRIFICATION, INC., Respondent, v. THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICE et al., Appellants. No. 27568. Department One.The Supreme Court of Washington. July 10, 1939. [1] ACTION — JUDGMENT — DECLARATORY JUDGMENT ACT — NATURE OF REMEDY — JUSTICIABLE CONTROVERSY. The declaratory judgment act, Rem. Rev. Stat. (Sup.), § 784-1 et […]

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CRITZER v. OBAN, 52 Wn.2d 446 (1958)

326 P.2d 53 LYLE CRITZER, Appellant, v. EDWARD W. OBAN et al., Respondents.[1] No. 34431.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. May 29, 1958. [1] Reported in 326 P.2d 53. [1] CORPORATIONS — NATURE AND THEORY — DISREGARD OF CORPORATE ENTITY — FACTORS CONSIDERED. In order to justify the judicial disregard of corporate entities, either […]

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INT’L COMMERCIAL COLLECTORS v. CARVER, 99 Wn.2d 302 (1983)

661 P.2d 976 INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL COLLECTORS, INC., Appellant, v. GEORGE B. CARVER, ET AL, Defendants, CONTRACTORS BONDING AND INSURANCE COMPANY, Respondent. VAN DAAL, INC., Appellant, v. R.W. ALLEN, Defendant, CONTRACTORS BONDING AND INSURANCE COMPANY, Respondent. Nos. 48675-1, 48686-7.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. April 14, 1983. [1] Statutes — Construction — Acts Relating to […]

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DOCKSTEADER v. CENTRALIA, 3 Wn.2d 325 (1940)

100 P.2d 377 LATHAN DOCKSTEADER, Respondent, v. THE CITY OF CENTRALIA, Appellant.[1] No. 27777.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. March 29, 1940. [1] Reported in 100 P.2d 377. [1] EMINENT DOMAIN — MUNICIPAL CORPORATIONS — TAKING OR INJURING PROPERTY — DEPRIVATION OF ACCESS — CLAIMS AGAINST CITY — NATURE OF CLAIMS TO BE PRESENTED. […]

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COAST TO COAST v. GRUSCHUS, 100 Wn.2d 147 (1983)

667 P.2d 619 COAST TO COAST STORES, INC., Appellant, v. HARRISON J. GRUSCHUS, ET AL, Respondents. No. 49167-4.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. July 28, 1983. [1] Franchises — Termination — What Constitutes — Closure of Franchisee’s Business. The cessation of a franchisee’s business operations does not constitute termination of the franchise. The franchise […]

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DISPOSITIONS OF PETITIONS FOR REVIEW, 143 Wn.2d 1023 (2001)

The Supreme Court of Washington. 2001. Retired Pub. Employees Council, et al., Petitioners, v. State, et al., Respondents, No. 70709-0. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, January 5, 2001, 104 Wn. App. 147. Denied June 5, 2001. Savage, Petitioner, v. Dep’t of Labor Indus., Respondent, No. 70711-1. Petition for review […]

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VAN KLEFFENS v. VAN KLEFFENS, 150 Wn. 685 (1929)

274 P. 708 ELSIE VAN KLEFFENS, Respondent, v. GEORGE VAN KLEFFENS, Appellant. No. 21350. Department One.The Supreme Court of Washington. February 14, 1929. [1] APPEAL (416) — REVIEW — FINDINGS. Findings on conflicting evidence will not be disturbed on appeal when fully supported by the evidence. [2] DIVORCE (80) — DIVISION OF PROPERTY. An award […]

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EDER v. NELSON, 41 Wn.2d 58 (1952)

247 P.2d 230 CHARLES EDER, Respondent, v. ROBERT R. NELSON et al., Appellants.[1] No. 31959.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department One. August 14, 1952. [1] Reported in 247 P.2d 230. [1] BILLS AND NOTES — PRINCIPAL AND SURETY — REMEDIES OF ACCOMMODATION MAKER OR SURETY — AGAINST PRINCIPAL AFTER PAYMENT OF DEBT. An accommodation party […]

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BROWN v. DEPT. OF LABOR IND., 23 Wn.2d 572 (1945)

161 P.2d 533 MADGE K. BROWN, Appellant, v. THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIES et al., Respondents.[1] No. 29512.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department One. August 23, 1945. [1] Reported in 161 P.2d 533. [1] WORKMEN’S COMPENSATION — APPEAL — REVIEW — EXCLUSION OF DEPARTMENTAL RECORD — BURDEN OF PROOF. On appeal by a claimant […]

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DISPOSITIONS OF PETITIONS FOR REVIEW[†] , 117 Wn.2d 1027 (1991)

The Supreme Court of Washington. [†] Dispositions of Court of Appeals Commissioner rulings are identified by case names not in italic. Koehler, Petitioner, v. Cunningham, et al, Respondents, No. 58477-0. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, May 13, 1991, 61 Wn. App. 1011. Denied November 7, 1991. Ragland, et al, […]

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HARPER v. DEPT. LABOR IND., 46 Wn.2d 404 (1955)

281 P.2d 859 RUSSELL K. HARPER, Respondent, v. THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIES, Appellant.[1] No. 32986.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. April 1, 1955. [1] Reported in 281 P.2d 859. [1] WORKMEN’S COMPENSATION — COMPENSABLE INJURIES — AGGRAVATION OF PRE-EXISTING DISEASE. An injury may light up a dormant or quiescent arthritic condition; and, […]

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STATE v. HA’MIM, 132 Wn.2d 834 (1997)

940 P.2d 633 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, Respondent, v. ANZALA HA’MIM, Petitioner. No. 64315-6.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc.Argued March 25, 1997. Decided July 24, 1997. Page 835 MADSEN, JOHNSON, and SANDERS, JJ., dissent by separate opinion. Appeal from the Superior Court for King County, No. 94-1-02971-8, Carmen Otero, J., on November 3, 1994. […]

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PUGET SOUND P. L. CO. v. DEXTER HORTON ESTATE, 158 Wn. 358 (1930)

290 P. 705 PUGET SOUND POWER LIGHT COMPANY, Respondent, v. DEXTER HORTON ESTATE, Appellant. No. 22334. Department Two.The Supreme Court of Washington. September 2, 1930. [1] ELECTRICITY (3) — SUPPLY — CONTRACTS FOR CURRENT — VALIDITY — EFFECT — RATES. If a contract with a public service company for electric current is invalid, the company […]

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STATE v. CROW, 156 Wn.2d 1005 (2006)

128 P.3d 1239 State, Respondent, v. Crow, Petitioner. No. 77067-1.The Supreme Court of Washington. January 10, 2006. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, 31785-1-II, April 22, 2005. Denied.

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BERLINER v. GREENBERG, 37 Wn.2d 308 (1950)

223 P.2d 598 BEN BERLINER, Respondent, v. JACOB L. GREENBERG, Appellant.[1] No. 31193.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department One. November 2, 1950. [1] Reported in 223 P.2d 598. [1] PARTNERSHIP — DISSOLUTION — BY AGREEMENT — EVIDENCE — SUFFICIENCY. On an issue as to whether partners entered into an agreement to dissolve the partnership on […]

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ANDERSON v. TAYLOR, 55 Wn.2d 215 (1959)

347 P.2d 536 NELL C. ANDERSON, as Executrix, Appellant, v. FRANK V. TAYLOR, JR., et al., Respondents.[1] No. 35084.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. December 10, 1959. [1] Reported in 347 P.2d 536. [1] MECHANICS’ LIENS — PROCEEDINGS TO PERFECT — TIME FOR FILING. A lien for labor performed by a lien claimant under […]

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YAKIMA COUNTY v. STEPHENS, 177 Wn. 601 (1934)

33 P.2d 93 YAKIMA COUNTY et al., Appellants, v. C.D. STEPHENS, as Treasurer for Yakima County, et al., Respondents. No. 24974. Department One.The Supreme Court of Washington. May 24, 1934. [1] WATERS AND WATERCOURSES (92) — PUBLIC SUPPLY — IRRIGATION DISTRICTS — ASSESSMENTS — EFFECT OF DEED ON LIENS. Under Rem. Rev. Stat., § 7448, […]

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SUNRISE VILL. v. LAMBERT, 161 Wn.2d 1020 (2007)

171 P.3d 1057 Sunrise Vill. Condo. Tract “E,” Respondent, v. Lambert, Petitioner. No. 79734-0.The Supreme Court of Washington. October 2, 2007. [EDITOR’S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.] Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, No. 56861-2-I, October 23, 2006, 135 Wn. App. 1024. Denied.

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TACOMA v. HOUSTON, 27 Wn.2d 215 (1947)

177 P.2d 886 THE CITY OF TACOMA, Respondent, v. ROBERT HOUSTON, Appellant.[1] No. 29698.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. February 20, 1947. [1] Reported in 177 P.2d 886. [1] PROSTITUTION — OPERATION OF HOUSE OF PROSTITUTION — EVIDENCE — SUFFICIENCY. In a prosecution for operating a house of prostitution, held that the evidence, if […]

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STATE v. ANDRICH, 135 Wn. 609 (1925)

238 P. 638 THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, Respondent, v. NICK ANDRICH et al., Appellants. No. 19209. Department One.The Supreme Court of Washington. August 21, 1925. INTOXICATING LIQUORS (42) — INFORMATION — PREVIOUS CONVICTIONS — JOINING CODEFENDANT NOT PREVIOUSLY CONVICTED. Under Rem. Comp. Stat., § 7339, providing for increased punishments for second and third convictions of […]

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ROGERS v. CATION, 9 Wn.2d 369 (1941)

115 P.2d 702 MARY FOWLER ROGERS et al., Respondents, v. EVERELL L. CATION et al., Appellants.[1] No. 27908.The Supreme Court of Washington. Department Two. July 12, 1941. [1] Reported in 115 P.2d 702. [1] ADVERSE POSSESSION — ACQUISITION OF RIGHTS BY PRESCRIPTION — EVIDENCE — PRESUMPTIONS AND BURDEN OF PROOF. To establish an easement by […]

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STATE v. WILSON, 149 Wn.2d 1006 (2003)

State, Respondent, v. Wilson, Petitioner. In re Pers. Restraint of Wilson, Petitioner. No. 73178-1.The Supreme Court of Washington. April 29, 2003. Petition for review of a decision of the Court of Appeals, Nos. 19887-1-III and 20536-3-III, August 22, 2002, 113 Wn. App. 122. Denied April 29, 2003.

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PAC. MATCH CO. v. BURROUGHS ADD. MACH. CO., 157 Wn. 434 (1930)

289 P. 16 PACIFIC MATCH COMPANY, Respondent, v. BURROUGHS ADDING MACHINE COMPANY, Appellant. No. 22373. Department Two.The Supreme Court of Washington. June 17, 1930. [1] MUNICIPAL, CORPORATIONS (379) — STREETS — USE AS HIGHWAY — INTERSECTING ARTERIAL HIGHWAYS. The proviso added to Rem. 1927 Sup., § 6362-41 (the act giving right of way to vehicles […]

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IN RE EAST COLUMBIA BASIN IRR. DIST., 64 Wn.2d 877 (1964)

395 P.2d 46 In the Matter of the Petition of EAST COLUMBIA BASIN IRRIGATION DISTRICT.[*] No. 37478.The Supreme Court of Washington. En Banc. August 27, 1964. [*] Reported in 395 P.2d 46. [1] Appeal and Error — Review — Unchallenged Findings. Since findings of fact not challenged on appeal must be taken as stating the […]

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