Washington State follows the doctrine of pure comparative negligence. This is the standard that is used to assign fault in personal injury matters — and determine the extent of a defendant’s liability. Under this doctrine, the amount of monetary…
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The pain of losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence can be unbearable — and it is crucial to hold the wrongdoer accountable. While a victim’s family may be entitled to file a lawsuit to recover damages, it is important to understand…
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If you were injured by a driver who caused a car accident while on company time, you might be wondering whether you can sue the employer — as well as the employee who was operating the vehicle. Generally, an employer can be held responsible for the…
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According to statistics, nearly 17% of drivers in Washington State are uninsured — and many more only carry the minimum amount of insurance as required by law. This makes uninsured/underinsured motorist insurance a must to ensure you are financiall…
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Commercial semi-truck accidents and car crashes might seem similar — but there are many differences to note when it comes to filing a personal injury lawsuit. The injuries in a semi-truck accident are usually more severe and liability is much more…
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If you were in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to pursue a personal injury action for the harm they caused. However, there are numerous myths surrounding negligence claims — and many accident victims have misc…
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Premises liability is a legal concept that holds owners accountable for injuries caused by unsafe conditions that occur on their property. These types of claims fall under the broader category of personal injury law and can arise due to hazards at su…
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Being in a truck accident can be physically, emotionally, and financially devastating. Since these vehicles are much larger than passenger cars on the road, the injuries suffered can be catastrophic and life changing. You might require extensive medi…
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Under Washington law, when a driver is involved in an accident, they must stop and exchange information with the other people involved. Failure to do so is a criminal offense. Nonetheless, many people are involved in motor vehicle accidents where the…
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Washington state winter weather is notoriously harsh — and drivers face a number of hazards on the roads during these months that can lead to car accidents. Not only can it be more difficult to stop or control a vehicle on icy roads, but drivers ma…
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If you’re injured at work or in some other accident caused by someone else, getting a lawyer may be the only way you can recover the full compensation that the law provides for you.
Secured lifetime total permanent disability benefits (pension) for a 36-year-old Spanish speaking drywall taper who suffered a construction site accident.
Obtained lifetime total permanent disability benefits (pension) obtained for a 42-year-old pipe layer who suffered low back injury requiring multiple back surgeries.
Obtained all available policy limits from insurance for at-fault driver and client’s own underinsured policy for a 46-year-old retail worker who was struck by a vehicle while walking through a parking lot.
Won an allowed workers’ compensation claim for a 66-year-old fire lieutenant who suffered from liver cancer after the Department of Labor and Industries rejected the claim, arguing the condition was not one that could be allowed under the Industrial Insurance Act.
Received a widow’s pension and 6 years of unpaid benefits for a client who was living in Mexico when her husband died while living separately in Texas.
Won lifetime total permanent disability benefits (pension) for a 39-year-old construction worker who suffered a low back injury as an occupational disease, after the claim was rejected.
Obtained lifetime total permanent disability benefits (pension) for a Spanish-speaking 51-year-old farm worker who suffered a left foot and ankle injury.
Secured lifetime total permanent disability benefits (pension) obtained for a Spanish-speaking 52-year-old fast-food worker who injured back while lifting boxes.
Seven figure settlement for motorcyclist struck by vehicle resulting in multiple surgeries.
High six figure settlement and widower pension for fatal rear-end accident involving a semi-truck.
High six figure settlement for individual who was struck while driving when defendant failed to stop at a stop-sign, resulting in back surgery.
Six figure settlement for 60 year old woman who slipped on water which caused her to fall near cash registers at a national retail chain.
Six figure settlement for surviving spouse of former law enforcement officer involved in a fatal motorcycle accident.
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