Personal Injury Articles & FAQ

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that, in 2020, motorcyclists were four times more likely to suffer an injury than their passenger car peers per vehicle mile traveled nationwide. Sadly, 5,579 motorcyclists lost their lives in crashes in 2020 in the United States,… Read On

If you have been injured in an accident, you cannot sit on your rights. Instead, Washington gives injured victims a limited amount of time to sue. This deadline is set by the state’s “statutes of limitations,” which are set by the state’s legislature. The amount… Read On

In Washington State, victims in personal injury cases cannot recover punitive damages. Washington is one of only four states which do not allow punitive damages in personal injury cases. This means that victims cannot seek extra damages when injuries result from intentional, outrageous, or reckless… Read On

If you have been injured on someone else’s property, you might have a premises liability lawsuit. For example, many people slip and fall in businesses, in parking lots, or on private residences. In Washington state, judges have created premises liability law, which you should be… Read On

When you get into an Uber, you expect to get to your destination safely. But it is not risk-free to travel in a rideshare vehicle. Our Washington Uber accident attorneys understand how exhausting and debilitating injuries that you suffer in an Uber car accident can be. If… Read On

Even if you are a careful and safe driver, there is still a risk that you could be involved in a major accident. According to The Seattle Times, Washington saw more fatal and serious car accidents in 2021 than it has in the past 15 years…. Read On

If you were injured in a car accident, you might be experiencing some tough financial times. Expenses like rent, utilities, and medical bills may be harder to cover when you’re unable to work. This is especially true if you’re self-employed. However, by bringing a lawsuit,… Read On

It is a common sight in supermarkets and other stores—a yellow sign telling customers to use caution because the floors have been freshly mopped. Unfortunately, many stores never set up warning signs or cones, and unsuspecting customers can slip on the floor, suffering serious injuries… Read On

Regaining your health after suffering a severe brain injury can be highly challenging. You may be unable to work while your medical expenses are mounting. And the stress of your financial situation could make it difficult to focus on your recovery. If you suffered brain… Read On

Washington is not a no-fault state. When a car accident happens, there needs to be a determination for who was at fault for the accident. In some cases, this can only be determined by context. In other cases, fault is assumed by the kind of… Read On