Raymond v. Robinson

Richard Raymond, a Washington resident, appeals the trial court’s dismissal for lack of personal jurisdiction of his suit against Jack and Susan Robinson, doing business as R.V. Interiors (RVI). Finding jurisdiction under the long-arm statute, RCW 4.28.185, we reverse.

FACTS

The underlying facts of this case are not in dispute. RVI is an Arizona business that installs recreational vehicle accessories. RVI does not have any offices or agents in Washington State.

RVI advertises in four national magazines that reach this *632state. Between 1994 and 1999, RVI sold approximately 96 slide-out units, 9 to…