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WA pays record sums to pricey private lawyers amid lawsuit explosion

WA pays record sums to pricey private lawyers amid lawsuit explosion

The state of WA is paying private lawyers record sums amid a surge in lawsuits. The suits are over abuse and neglect in the child-welfare system. Private defense lawyers are being hired who can charge $300 an hour.

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