In a nutshell, acid mine drainage is a form of water pollution that happens when rain, runoff, or streams come in contact with rock that is rich in sulfur. As a result, the water becomes very acidic and damages downstream aquatic ecosystems. In some regions it is the most common form of stream and river pollution.
Probate in Washington typically takes six months to a year, depending on some choices the executor makes (discussed below). It can take much longer there is a court fight over the will (which is rare) or unusual assets or debts that complicate matters. Unless there is a dispute, it's mainly a matter of filing paperwork.
Questions regarding the statute of limitations in small claims actions can be answered by a review of RCW 4.16 (external site). The State of Washington may not be sued in Small Claims Court. The filing fee for Small Claims is $25 effective August 19, 2014. A portion of your filing fee goes to the King County Dispute Resolution Center. The Center provides free mediation services prior to your court date, or the same day as court.