WA Bar Washington Civil Procedure

Question 1

Under the Washington Civil Rules, how many days does a defendant have to serve an answer after being served with a summons and complaint?

Accepted Answer

30 days

Answer

Under CR 12(a), a defendant in Washington must serve an answer within 20 days of service, but the Washington rules provide 30 days when service is by publication.

Question 2

In Washington, which court has general subject matter jurisdiction over civil cases?

Accepted Answer

Superior Court

Answer

Washington Superior Court has general subject matter jurisdiction over civil matters, including cases exceeding the $100,000 district court limit.

Question 3

Under Washington CR 56, a motion for summary judgment must be filed at least how many days before the hearing?

Accepted Answer

28 days

Answer

Washington CR 56 requires that a motion for summary judgment be served and filed at least 28 days before the hearing date.

Question 4

What is the statute of limitations for personal injury actions in Washington?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

Under RCW 4.16.080, Washington's statute of limitations for personal injury actions is 3 years from the date of the injury.

Question 5

Washington follows which approach to comparative fault in tort cases?

Accepted Answer

Modified comparative fault (50% bar)

Answer

Washington applies pure comparative fault under RCW 4.22.005, meaning a plaintiff may recover even if 99% at fault, with damages reduced proportionally.

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WA Bar Washington Civil Procedure