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The Basics (22)
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): There are only a few reasons your landlord can evict you right now
What to do if you cannot pay your rent during the pandemic. Includes information about the eviction moratorium and sample letters to your landlord if you receive an eviction notice or if you can't pay the rent. #6308EN Read More
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COVID-19 and Child Support in Washington State
If you're having trouble paying child support because you lost your job due to the pandemic, read this. #3283EN Read More
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COVID-19 and Family Law Cases: General Information
Read this if you have a pending family law case or are considering filing a new family law case. #3282EN Read More
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- Spanish / Español
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Facing Eviction? Get Help!
Find out about the state and federal eviction moratoria and what to do if your landlord tries to evict you anyway. Read More
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Parenting Plans, Visitation & COVID-19 in Washington State
Common questions and answers about visitation and parenting plans during the pandemic. #3280EN Read More
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Unemployment Benefits - Free Legal Help
Were you denied unemployment benefits? Have you tried to appeal? Find out how to get free legal help. Read More
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Video - Virtual Q&A: Eviction Moratoriums for Tenants & Manufactured/Mobile Homeowners
Washington's eviction moratorium was extended. What does that mean for tenants and what happens after? NJP attorneys answer questions about rent, evictions and other issues facing tenants during the COVID-19 crisis. Read More
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- Spanish / Español
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Payment Relief for Student Loan Borrowers
You may be able to get relief from paying your student loans during the pandemic. #1610EN Read More
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Rules for Nursing Homes
Questions and answers about how COVID-19 has affected nursing home and long-term care facilities in Washington state. #5204EN Read More
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): The person who harmed you might be released from prison
How to find out if the person who hurt you will be released from prison early due to COVID-19. #3712EN Read More
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for Phone and Video Hearings
How to get ready for and conduct yourself during a remote hearing (conducted over the phone or by video-conference). #9961EN Read More
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Washington Governor has changed how you get a Protection Order during the Pandemic
How you serve someone with a protection order and get a hearing scheduled is different during the pandemic. Read this to find out more. #3705EN Read More
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): You can get a free credit report every week until April 2021
You can now get a free credit report every week through April 21. Find out why this is a good idea and how to interpret your credit report. #0412EN. Read More
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Domestic Violence: Can the Legal System Help Protect Me?
Learn the definition of domestic violence, how you can protect yourself and your family by getting a protection order or restraining order, and where to get help. #3700EN Read More
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- Spanish / Español
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Food Stamps (Basic Food benefits)/ABAWD Time Limit and Work Requirements
Read this if you receive food stamps (Basic Food benefits) and you are an Able-Bodied Adult Without Dependents (ABAWD). #7305EN Read More
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Have you been laid off or have your hours been reduced due to COVID-19?
You may be eligible for expanded unemployment benefits through the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD). Read More
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If you are applying for Unemployment Benefits online, read this to make sure you do it right.
How to make sure you get assessed for all the types of unemployment assistance you might be eligible for. #7604EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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Should You File for a Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO)?
If you are being hurt, threatened or stalked, try to talk with a domestic violence program. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE. This explains things to think about before filing a DVPO. #3703EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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SSA has simplified the waiver process for some overpayments during the pandemic
Learn how Social Security has made it easier for you to ask it to waive (forgive) some overpayments of benefits you received during the pandemic period. #7501EN Read More
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Unemployment Benefits
Learn about unemployment benefits and fill out an online application. Read More
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Webinar: Eviction Moratoriums for Tenants & Manufactured/Mobile Homeowners
Do you have questions about Washington's eviction moratorium (scheduled to end October 15) or the federal CDC moratorium and other changes affecting renters? Join us for a free live Q&A webinar where NJP attorneys will answer questions about rent and rent assistance, the eviction process and other issues facing tenants during the COVID-19 crisis. Read More
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Eviction (6)
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): There are only a few reasons your landlord can evict you right now
What to do if you cannot pay your rent during the pandemic. Includes information about the eviction moratorium and sample letters to your landlord if you receive an eviction notice or if you can't pay the rent. #6308EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
- Russian / Pусский
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Facing Eviction? Get Help!
Find out about the state and federal eviction moratoria and what to do if your landlord tries to evict you anyway. Read More
- Read this in:
- Amharic / አማርኛ
- Arabic / العربية
- Spanish / Español
- Hindi / हिन्दी
- Cambodian / Khmer
- Korean / 한국어
- Marshallese / Kajin M̧ajeļ
- Mandarin Chinese / 官話
- Punjabi / ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- Russian / Pусский
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- Somali / Soomaali
- Tagalog / Pilipino
- Ukrainian / Українська
- Vietnamese / Tiếng Việt
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Video - Virtual Q&A: Eviction Moratoriums for Tenants & Manufactured/Mobile Homeowners
Washington's eviction moratorium was extended. What does that mean for tenants and what happens after? NJP attorneys answer questions about rent, evictions and other issues facing tenants during the COVID-19 crisis. Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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If you are a renter who has or might have Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Find out what rights you might have around being able to stay in your rental if you have or have been exposed to COVID-19. #6339EN Read More
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Should I enter into a rent repayment plan with my landlord?
If you couldn't pay rent that was due during the pandemic, learn why and how to ask your landlord for a repayment plan. #6341EN Read More
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- Arabic / العربية
- Spanish / Español
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- Cambodian / Khmer
- Korean / 한국어
- Marshallese / Kajin M̧ajeļ
- Mandarin Chinese / 官話
- Punjabi / ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
- Russian / Pусский
- Samoan / Gagana Samoa
- Somali / Soomaali
- Tagalog / Pilipino
- Ukrainian / Українська
- Vietnamese / Tiếng Việt
- Chinese / 中文
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Webinar: Eviction Moratoriums for Tenants & Manufactured/Mobile Homeowners
Do you have questions about Washington's eviction moratorium (scheduled to end October 15) or the federal CDC moratorium and other changes affecting renters? Join us for a free live Q&A webinar where NJP attorneys will answer questions about rent and rent assistance, the eviction process and other issues facing tenants during the COVID-19 crisis. Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
Coronavirus Scams (1)
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Prevent Loan Modification Scams!
Homeowners who might be looking for help in meeting your mortgage payments: beware! Read this to shield yourself from scammers and to learn how to report scam activity. Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
Court Schedule Changes and Closures (6)
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Telephonic Hearings in Spokane County
If you live in Spokane County, read this to learn what telephonic hearings in Superior Court are like. #9962EN Read More
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Washington State Courts are Limiting Court Business
Read about how the Washington State Supreme Court order limits court business during the COVID-19 crisis. Read More
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Kitsap County Superior Court: Your Domestic Violence Protection Order Case during COVID-19
Read how Kitsap County Superior Court has temporarily changed its procedures for getting or renewing Domestic Violence Protection Orders. #3971EN Read More
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Pierce County Superior Court: Your Domestic Violence Protection Order Case during COVID-19
Read how Pierce County Superior Court has temporarily changed its procedures for getting or renewing Domestic Violence Protection Orders. #3972EN Read More
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Spokane County Superior Court: Your Domestic Violence Protection Order during COVID-19
Read how Spokane County Superior Court has temporarily changed its procedures for getting or renewing Domestic Violence Protection Orders. #3970EN Read More
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Yakima County Superior Court: Seeking a Court Order in your Family Law case during COVID-19
Read how Yakima County Superior Court has temporarily changed its procedures for getting emergency orders in family law cases. #3973EN Read More
Employment (3)
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Is someone else wrongfully getting your unemployment benefits?
Find out if you have been a victim of unemployment fraud, and what you can do about it. #7612EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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Have you been laid off or have your hours been reduced due to COVID-19?
You may be eligible for expanded unemployment benefits through the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD). Read More
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If you are applying for Unemployment Benefits online, read this to make sure you do it right.
How to make sure you get assessed for all the types of unemployment assistance you might be eligible for. #7604EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
Family Law (5)
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COVID-19 and Child Support in Washington State
If you're having trouble paying child support because you lost your job due to the pandemic, read this. #3283EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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COVID-19 and Family Law Cases: General Information
Read this if you have a pending family law case or are considering filing a new family law case. #3282EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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Parenting Plans, Visitation & COVID-19 in Washington State
Common questions and answers about visitation and parenting plans during the pandemic. #3280EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
-
Coronavirus (COVID-19): The person who harmed you might be released from prison
How to find out if the person who hurt you will be released from prison early due to COVID-19. #3712EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Washington Governor has changed how you get a Protection Order during the Pandemic
How you serve someone with a protection order and get a hearing scheduled is different during the pandemic. Read this to find out more. #3705EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
Health Care and Health Insurance (1)
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Immigrants and Coronavirus (COVID-19): You Can Get Care Without Fear
Under the law, everyone is eligible for testing and treatment of communicable diseases, including coronavirus. This includes people without legal immigration status. #8119EN Read More
Immigrants (1)
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Immigrants and Coronavirus (COVID-19): You Can Get Care Without Fear
Under the law, everyone is eligible for testing and treatment of communicable diseases, including coronavirus. This includes people without legal immigration status. #8119EN Read More
Money and Debts (5)
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): How to stop your bank from taking some of your Stimulus Money
The stimulus money the government is sending to many to help during the COVID-19 crisis will be direct deposited into a bank account or mailed to you as a paper check. You do not want to deposit the money in a bank account if you owe your bank money. Find out how to avoid this. #0202EN Read More
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Payment Relief for Student Loan Borrowers
You may be able to get relief from paying your student loans during the pandemic. #1610EN Read More
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- Spanish / Español
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COVID-19 (Coronavirus): If you have a Mortgage on your Home
Read this if the pandemic affects your ability to pay your mortgage. #6714EN Read More
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- Spanish / Español
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Questions and Answers about the Disaster Cash Assistance Program (DCAP) during COVID-19
Learn how this program operates, and how you qualify and apply. #7941EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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SSA has simplified the waiver process for some overpayments during the pandemic
Learn how Social Security has made it easier for you to ask it to waive (forgive) some overpayments of benefits you received during the pandemic period. #7501EN Read More
Mortgages & Utilities (2)
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COVID-19 (Coronavirus): If you have a Mortgage on your Home
Read this if the pandemic affects your ability to pay your mortgage. #6714EN Read More
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- Spanish / Español
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Prevent Loan Modification Scams!
Homeowners who might be looking for help in meeting your mortgage payments: beware! Read this to shield yourself from scammers and to learn how to report scam activity. Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
Native American Issues (3)
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COVID-19: Unemployment Benefits Webinar for Native American and Alaskan Natives
Northwest Justice Project and Unemployment Law Project attorneys talk about unemployment benefits during COVID-19 for Native Americans and Alaskan Natives. Read More
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Have you been laid off or have your hours been reduced due to COVID-19?
You may be eligible for expanded unemployment benefits through the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD). Read More
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Tribal Court COVID-19 Response Resources
Information about and resources for developing tribal court orders in response to COVID-19 realities. Includes tools and sample orders. Read More
Overpayments (1)
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SSA has simplified the waiver process for some overpayments during the pandemic
Learn how Social Security has made it easier for you to ask it to waive (forgive) some overpayments of benefits you received during the pandemic period. #7501EN Read More
Protection Orders (8)
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): The person who harmed you might be released from prison
How to find out if the person who hurt you will be released from prison early due to COVID-19. #3712EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
-
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for Phone and Video Hearings
How to get ready for and conduct yourself during a remote hearing (conducted over the phone or by video-conference). #9961EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
-
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Washington Governor has changed how you get a Protection Order during the Pandemic
How you serve someone with a protection order and get a hearing scheduled is different during the pandemic. Read this to find out more. #3705EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
-
Domestic Violence: Can the Legal System Help Protect Me?
Learn the definition of domestic violence, how you can protect yourself and your family by getting a protection order or restraining order, and where to get help. #3700EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
-
Kitsap County Superior Court: Your Domestic Violence Protection Order Case during COVID-19
Read how Kitsap County Superior Court has temporarily changed its procedures for getting or renewing Domestic Violence Protection Orders. #3971EN Read More
-
Pierce County Superior Court: Your Domestic Violence Protection Order Case during COVID-19
Read how Pierce County Superior Court has temporarily changed its procedures for getting or renewing Domestic Violence Protection Orders. #3972EN Read More
-
Should You File for a Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO)?
If you are being hurt, threatened or stalked, try to talk with a domestic violence program. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE. This explains things to think about before filing a DVPO. #3703EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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Spokane County Superior Court: Your Domestic Violence Protection Order during COVID-19
Read how Spokane County Superior Court has temporarily changed its procedures for getting or renewing Domestic Violence Protection Orders. #3970EN Read More
Public Benefits (5)
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Consolidated Emergency Assistance Program (CEAP): Extra Money for Needy Families
Learn more about this state emergency cash assistance program for families who cannot get TANF. #7106EN Read More
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- Spanish / Español
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COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and Workfirst in Washington State: You Do Not Need to Meet Your Participation Requirements
Read this if you live in Washington state and you are taking part in the WorkFirst program. #7125EN Read More
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Food Stamps (Basic Food benefits)/ABAWD Time Limit and Work Requirements
Read this if you receive food stamps (Basic Food benefits) and you are an Able-Bodied Adult Without Dependents (ABAWD). #7305EN Read More
-
Questions and Answers about the Disaster Cash Assistance Program (DCAP) during COVID-19
Learn how this program operates, and how you qualify and apply. #7941EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
-
SSA has simplified the waiver process for some overpayments during the pandemic
Learn how Social Security has made it easier for you to ask it to waive (forgive) some overpayments of benefits you received during the pandemic period. #7501EN Read More
Schools (1)
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Payment Relief for Student Loan Borrowers
You may be able to get relief from paying your student loans during the pandemic. #1610EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
Unemployment Benefits (9)
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Unemployment Benefits - Free Legal Help
Were you denied unemployment benefits? Have you tried to appeal? Find out how to get free legal help. Read More
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Is someone else wrongfully getting your unemployment benefits?
Find out if you have been a victim of unemployment fraud, and what you can do about it. #7612EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and Workfirst in Washington State: You Do Not Need to Meet Your Participation Requirements
Read this if you live in Washington state and you are taking part in the WorkFirst program. #7125EN Read More
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COVID-19: Unemployment Benefits Webinar for Native American and Alaskan Natives
Northwest Justice Project and Unemployment Law Project attorneys talk about unemployment benefits during COVID-19 for Native Americans and Alaskan Natives. Read More
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Have you been laid off or have your hours been reduced due to COVID-19?
You may be eligible for expanded unemployment benefits through the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD). Read More
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How to Represent Yourself at an Unemployment Benefits Hearing
If you have been denied unemployment compensation benefits, you have a right to appeal. If you have been allowed benefits, your former employer has the same right to appeal. If either you or your employer appeals, you will have a hearing with an administrative law judge. This explains how to represent yourself at the hearing. #7600EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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If you are applying for Unemployment Benefits online, read this to make sure you do it right.
How to make sure you get assessed for all the types of unemployment assistance you might be eligible for. #7604EN Read More
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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Unemployment Benefits
Learn about unemployment benefits and fill out an online application. Read More
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