Posted in Motor Vehicle Accidents on February 5, 2024

When you live somewhere that averages around 40 inches of rain annually, you have to be ready for some slick conditions. This is particularly important for our motorcycle enthusiasts in and around Seattle. Safely operating a motorcycle in wet conditions is a skill any motorcyclist in the Pacific Northwest should have under their belt....

Posted in Brain Injuries, Personal Injury on January 22, 2024

Concussions are dangerous, but individuals often do not recognize (or take seriously) the signs and symptoms of these injuries before damage is done. Information from the CDC indicates that there were more than 214,000 hospitalizations as a result of traumatic brain injuries during a recent reporting year. Many of these emergency room visits are...

Posted in Injuries on January 20, 2024

Workers who sustain on-the-job injuries are usually able to receive full coverage of medical expenses and a portion of any lost income that is incurred as a result of the injury and the recovery process. Workers’ compensation insurance in Washington provides these protections. However, what happens when an employee is ready to head back...

Posted in Blog on December 21, 2023

Did you know that bicyclists have most of the same rights as vehicle drivers on the roadways of Seattle and throughout Washington? With these rights also come similar responsibilities on the part of the bicyclist. If you are a regular bicycle rider in or around the Seattle area, we need to know the bicycle...

Posted in Personal Injury on December 19, 2023

Slip and fall accidents are not uncommon, and individuals who sustain injuries due to the negligence of a property owner are often able to recover compensation for their losses. However, what happens if a slip and fall injury occurs on a bus? Bus operators and other common carriers owe a specific duty of care...

Posted in Car Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury on November 21, 2023

Foggy driving – it’s not something any of us particularly want to do. However, for those who regularly drive vehicles in Seattle or anywhere throughout Washington, driving through the fog is part of our reality. Driving in the fog presents various types of hazards for drivers and unfortunately, accidents. If you are in a...

Posted in Medical Malpractice on November 7, 2023

Most people expect longer wait times when they go to the emergency room, especially if they are not experiencing an immediate life-threatening situation. Most individuals who go to the ER go through a triage process initiated by intake personnel, usually a nurse. However, what if your wait time at the hospital was incredibly long?...

Posted in Car Accidents on October 24, 2023

If you or somebody you love has been in a car accident that also involved a fatality, there will undoubtedly be insurance carriers involved. In some cases, there may be a wrongful death claim that involves legal teams for various parties. Inevitably, those involved in a fatal vehicle accident will have to speak to...

Posted in Car Accidents on October 10, 2023

Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle slides uncontrollably on a wet surface or area of the roadway. These incidents occur when the water that typically goes between the tire treads remains in between the tire and the roadway, causing the vehicle to slide across the top of the water. Hydroplane incidents can lead to major...

Posted in Personal Injury on September 13, 2023

Personal injury victims are often able to recover compensation through an insurance settlement or as a result of a jury verdict. The compensation available typically includes coverage of their medical bills, lost wages, and various other expenses they incurred as a result of the injuries. However, the process of recovering this compensation can take...