90-180 Days (12-IX Visa) If you need to stay longer than 90 days you can apply for a 12-IX visa, which is good for an additional 90 days (for a total of 180), but only once in a calendar year.
Small Claims Court. Each district court in the State of Washington contains a âSmall Claimsâ division for the settlement of civil disputes in which damages claimed total less than $5,000. Small Claims Court was established to provide a low-cost, user-friendly alternative to litigation.
1 You have to do that yourself, and there could be additional filing fees for a lien or to garnish wages. 2  Nolo Press offers an e-guide on how to Settle Your Small Claims Dispute Without Going to Court for $15.95, and the book, Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court, which retails for $29.99. Even if lawyers are allowed, having an attorney represent you at an hourly rate of $100-$300 and up quickly totals more than the maximum amount of money awarded in Small Claims Court.