Car accidents happen in an instant but can leave you with severe injuries preventing you from living a normal life. If you receive injuries in an accident that was caused by another person — whether you were in a vehicle, on a motorcycle, a pedestrian, or a bicyclist — an car accident attorney at Robinson & Kole can help you recover the damages you are entitled to under the law. From our Bellingham office, we help clients throughout the State of Washington. For our Spanish-speaking clients, our bilingual team members make it easy to work with us.

The laws in Washington State provide compensation for both financial and non-financial losses caused by a negligent driver. Financial (or economic) losses include medical expenses, lost income, damage to your vehicle, and other out-of-pocket expenses. Non-economic losses include pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of future earnings. Your lawyer must document and prove all the losses for which you claim compensation.

The Robinson & Kole car accident attorney team has a detailed understanding of the elements that go into calculating the full compensation you deserve, so you don’t get short-changed on your financial recovery. Your lawyer also will be a tenacious negotiator who stands up for your rights and is not fooled by insurance company tactics.

Since 1979, Robinson & Kole has been genuinely invested in helping clients recover compensation for all manner of accidents and workplace injuries. All five of our attorneys have extensive courtroom experience and the knowledge and skills to help you navigate through the entire car accident claim process. Our attorneys collaborate on case strategy and problem solving, so you benefit from the collective experience of our legal team that represents more than 100 years handling these types of claims.

Legal Responsibility for Car Accident Injuries

In Washington State, financial responsibility for car accident injuries is based on the legal concept of negligence. Your attorney collects evidence and completes a legally and factually complex analysis to demonstrate the negligence of the at-fault party. Your attorney also compiles substantial evidence to document the extent of your injuries and the impact of the injuries on your life.

Even if you have Personal Injury Protection (PIP) as part of your own insurance policy, you are able to recover compensation from an at-fault driver in a car accident. If the driver who caused the accident has no insurance, your own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage is responsible for paying your damages. In either case, the insurance company’s goal is to often pay you as little as possible or to deny the claim.

Our car accident attorney team is made of tenacious litigators and skilled negotiators who stand up for your rights and are not sidetracked by insurance company tactics. When you hire a Robinson & Kole attorney, the insurer knows that if negotiation does not lead to a fair settlement offer, your lawyer will take the case to trial.

How to Pursue an Injury Claim

To obtain compensation when another driver causes an accident, you must file a claim with the responsible insurance company. If you attempt to recover compensation without help from a knowledgeable car accident lawyer, you will quickly discover that the insurance adjuster may do everything possible to minimize the value of your claim. Talking with the adjuster even once can undermine your ability to receive fair compensation.

Especially if your injuries are serious, you should contact a lawyer as soon as possible after the accident. Your lawyer handles all communication with the insurance company, while you concentrate on making a full recovery from your injuries.

The laws in Washington State provide compensation for both financial and non-financial losses caused by a negligent driver. Financial (or economic) losses include medical expenses, lost income, damage to your vehicle, and other out-of-pocket expenses. Non-economic losses include pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of future earnings. Your lawyer must document and prove all the losses for which you claim compensation.

Work-Related car Accidents

If you were working when you received injuries in an car accident caused by another person, you may have both a personal injury claim and a workers’ compensation (L&I) claim. The claims and processes are completely separate from each other and must be pursued in separate legal systems. At Robinson & Kole, our car accident lawyers handle both types of claims and can help you recover for both L&I benefits and personal injury compensation in a third-party claim.

When Do You Need a Car Accident Lawyer?

If you try to resolve the claim yourself, you likely will end up with much less than you are entitled under state law. At Robinson & Kole, our attorneys do not charge for your first consultation and case evaluation. Fees are charged on a contingent basis, which means you pay nothing except for litigation costs unless and until you receive compensation.

Free Consultation with an Experienced Washington Personal Injury Attorney

From our office in Bellingham, a Robinson & Kole car accident attorney can help clients throughout the State of Washington. If you suffered injuries in an car accident caused by someone else, we welcome you to contact us for a free consultation by calling 800.640.5616 or using our online contact form. Se habla Español.