Legal Aid

Veterans should be aware of a proposed change to how the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) rates scars. Currently, the VA uses a specific rating schedule to evaluate scars, which can affect veterans’ disability compensation. The proposed change aims to simplify the rating process and make it mo...

DAV is expanding its Interactive Training, Resource, Advocacy and Knowledge system (iTRAK) to include volunteer chapter and department service officers, enhancing their capacity to assist veterans in navigating the benefits claims process. Since its introduction in 2016, iTRAK has provided nation...

ELAP expresses heartfelt gratitude to its supporters, recognizing the vital contributions of donors, volunteers, interns, pro bono attorneys, and board members. The organization acknowledges their roles as champions of justice and wishes everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving holiday. Additionall...

State health officials have suspended the license of Jeremiah Shane Dunlap, a substance use disorder professional in Pierce County, due to serious allegations, including sexual misconduct. Dunlap, who was the CEO of Rainier Recovery, is accused of making inappropriate remarks to employees, allowi...

The Bellevue City Council unanimously approved a $600,000 allocation from its contingency fund to assist organizations providing legal aid for immigrants and refugees, along with urgent food and financial support. This decision follows community requests during a public hearing concerning the 202...

Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT have become integral to daily tasks, but they can produce misleading or false information, referred to as AI hallucinations. These hallucinations occur when the AI generates responses that sound credible but are incorrect or unverifiable. There are two t...

Nearly one-third of adults aged 55 and older are aging solo, prompting the need for proactive planning to ensure a healthy and supported future. Key areas to consider include:

Foreclosure prevention through mediation is a valuable yet underutilized resource for homeowners experiencing financial difficulties. The Dispute Resolution Center of King County (KCDRC) offers mediation services to help residents manage discussions with lenders, resolve misunderstandings, and ex...

Renting a home can lead to disputes between tenants and landlords over issues like maintenance, security deposits, and lease agreements. Mediation provides a practical, cost-effective way to resolve these conflicts. It is a voluntary process where a neutral mediator facilitates communication betw...