Summit Law Blog https://www.summitlaw.com/law-blog/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:55:35 -0400 What Lawyers and AI Companies Need to Know About Washington's HB 1170 https://www.summitlaw.com/law-blog/what-lawyers-and-ai-companies-need-to-know-about-washingtons-hb-1170 Valerie Shmigol what-lawyers-and-ai-companies-need-to-know-about-washingtons-hb-1170 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:00:01 -0400 Governor Ferguson signed HB 1170 into law, imposing new disclosure and technical requirements on generative AI systems. At a high level, this Act requires covered providers to enable users to determine whether content was generated or materially altered by the covered provider’s generative AI systems.

]]> Quantum Computing and Data Security: What Lawyers and Businesses Should Know https://www.summitlaw.com/law-blog/quantum-computing-and-data-security-what-lawyers-and-businesses-should-know Valerie Shmigol quantum-computing-and-data-security-what-lawyers-and-businesses-should-know Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:00:02 -0400 Quantum computing is fundamentally changing data security. Experts predict that within the next 10 to 20 years, quantum computing will be able to break the encryption methods commonly used today to secure personal data. The risk? Encrypted data stolen today may become readable in the future.

]]> Washington's AI Task Force Interim Report Explained: What Public Agencies, AI Vendors, and AI Deployers Need to Know https://www.summitlaw.com/law-blog/washingtons-ai-task-force-interim-report-explained-what-public-agencies-ai-vendors-and-ai-deployers-need-to-know Heath Dixon washingtons-ai-task-force-interim-report-explained-what-public-agencies-ai-vendors-and-ai-deployers-need-to-know Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:00:03 -0500 The Washington State Artificial Intelligence Task Force just released its Interim Report, a comprehensive set of findings and recommendations that will shape the state’s approach to AI governance, transparency, and innovation in 2026 and beyond.

This article provides a clear, practical explanation of Washington’s AI Task Force Interim Report, including its eight key recommendations, the state’s direction on AI regulation, and what organizations should do to prepare for upcoming AI governance requirements.

]]> AI Transparency: A Tale of One Task Force and Two States’ Legislative Bills https://www.summitlaw.com/law-blog/ai-transparency-a-tale-of-one-task-force-and-two-states-legislative-bills Valerie Shmigol, Ana Gonzalez ai-transparency-a-tale-of-one-task-force-and-two-states-legislative-bills Fri, 14 Nov 2025 09:00:04 -0500 Breaking down the latest recommendation from the Washington State AI Task Force, how HB 1168 ties in, and what California has to do with it. 

]]> AI Bias and How to Mitigate It https://www.summitlaw.com/law-blog/ai-bias-and-how-to-mitigate-it Valerie Shmigol ai-bias-and-how-to-mitigate-it Mon, 29 Sep 2025 09:00:05 -0400 Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way businesses and legal professionals operate. From contract review to legal compliance monitoring, AI offers speed, efficiency, and insight. However, with these benefits comes a hidden risk: AI bias.

]]> Washington Employment Law Update: August 2025 https://www.summitlaw.com/law-blog/washington-employment-law-update Kristin D. Anger, John Henry, Sofia D. Mabee, M. Quinn Oppenheim, Kelsey Papst, Shannon E. Phillips washington-employment-law-update Thu, 28 Aug 2025 09:00:06 -0400 Key Legislative Changes following the 2025 Legislative Session & Other Notable Developments

]]> HB 1096 and SB 5559: Increasing Washington's Housing Supply Through Lot Splits and Unit Lot Subdivisions https://www.summitlaw.com/law-blog/hb-1096-and-sb-5559-increasing-washington-states-housing-supply-through-streamlined-lot-splitting-and-unit-lot-subdivision-processes Angela A. Hill hb-1096-and-sb-5559-increasing-washington-states-housing-supply-through-streamlined-lot-splitting-and-unit-lot-subdivision-processes Fri, 01 Aug 2025 09:00:07 -0400 HB 1096 and SB 5559 represent key steps toward increasing housing supply in Washington. HB 1096 requires local jurisdictions to establish a process for administrative lot splitting, while SB 5559 outlines procedures for unit lot subdivisions. Together, these laws lay the foundation for more flexible and affordable housing options across the state.  

]]> SB 5129: What it Means for HOAs, Homeowners, and the Future of Common Interest Communities https://www.summitlaw.com/law-blog/sb-5129-what-it-means-for-hoas-homeowners-and-the-future-of-common-interest-communities Angela A. Hill sb-5129-what-it-means-for-hoas-homeowners-and-the-future-of-common-interest-communities Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:00:08 -0400 In recent years, the governance of Washington’s HOAs has become a growing concern for both lawmakers and residents. To address this concern, the state enacted the Washington Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act (WUCIOA) in 2018, establishing modern standards for how HOAs should operate.

However, the law only applied to communities formed after its passage and to existing communities that chose to opt in, leaving many older HOAs largely exempt until January 1, 2028. To address these disparities sooner, the legislature passed Senate Bill 5129 (SB 5129), which begins taking effect July 27, 2025, with full implementation by January 1, 2026.

]]> Top 5 Things to Consider When Selling Your Company https://www.summitlaw.com/law-blog/top-5-things-to-consider-when-selling-your-company Ada Danelo top-5-things-to-consider-when-selling-your-company Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:00:09 -0400 In this blog post, we discuss five issues you'll want to figure out before moving forward with the sale of your closely-held business. Deciding to sell your company is a major transition, and while the prospect of a successful exit is exciting, it's important to approach the process with a clear strategy and defensible positions. 

]]> HB 1110: The End of Single-Family Zoning in Washington? https://www.summitlaw.com/law-blog/hb-1110-the-end-of-single-family-zoning-in-washington Angela A. Hill hb-1110-the-end-of-single-family-zoning-in-washington Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:00:10 -0400 Washington has been grappling with a housing shortage for years, as home prices and rents continue to outpace income growth. To help address the crisis, Washington passed House Bill 1110, often referred to as the “middle housing” bill, in 2023.

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