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.
The court notifies all listed creditors using information provided by the debtor. The creditors have 30 days from notification to file a Proof of Claim. This document asserts their right to repayment according to the trustee's schedule. Creditor and claim are defined in 11 USC Â§101 of the federal bankruptcy code. Filing procedures and deadlines are covered in 11 USC Â§501.