Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on June 25, 2018

When people are involved in a car accident in Washington, one of the first things they do is assess their condition and that of their passengers. In situations where the collision was violent, but the victims are okay, it can be easy for them to discount injuries as they do not recognize anything that...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on May 18, 2018

At Elk & Elk Co., Ltd., in Washington, we understand that the cause of any motor vehicle crash may not be evident at first, and in fact, there may be many factors that lead to an accident. After a collision, you expect the insurance company to investigate. However, sometimes the National Highway Traffic Safety...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on May 10, 2018

Motorcycling is an enjoyable sport and popular method of transportation.Unfortunately, motorcycling is also a dangerous activity. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclist deaths account for 14 percent of all traffic fatalities – despite motorcycles only representing three percent of all vehicles on the roads.There are simple things motorcyclists can do...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on April 13, 2018

There are many aspects of motor vehicle wrecks to take into consideration, such as the financial consequences of a crash (property damage, lost wages, and medical costs, among others) and the physical repercussions of an accident (broken bones, lacerations, etc.). However, there are other hardships victims endure following these wrecks, such as depression and...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on April 7, 2018

For some drivers in Washington, their personal agenda is far more important than their resolve to drive safely and follow the rules of the road. They may engage in negligent behavior such as speeding, change lanes carelessly and following other vehicles too closely. Negligence can also be when someone chooses to drive under the...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on April 2, 2018

For many folks in Washington, the daily commute to get from one place to another can quickly turn monotonous with each repetitive minute. For some, the urge to get somewhere faster is satisfied by speeding or swerving around other vehicles to avoid traffic. For others, impatience can create danger when drivers engage in reckless...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on March 26, 2018

Driving is a mundane daily task for many people: Driving to and from work; dropping the kids off at school; running to the grocery store. Driving is something the average person doesn’t think much about.Which is why a car accident comes as such a surprise – such a shock. A car accident is impossible...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on March 14, 2018

As you drive to work in Washington, you notice that the vehicle in front of you is weaving slightly in its lane and driving slower than the flow of traffic. It could be a drunk driver. But, it could also be a drowsy driver. According to the Sleep Foundation, about a third of all motorists in...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on February 16, 2018

For all people, car accidents can be devastating. However, the consequences of a crash can be especially hard for some, such as young children and their family members. Sadly, many young children have been hurt or lost their lives in motor vehicle collisions. To make things even worse, some of these injuries and fatalities...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on February 12, 2018

While you may never like to entertain the thought of what would happen to you if you were involved in a car accident, chances are the thought has crossed your mind at some point. Understanding the best steps to take in dangerous situations like a car accident, is actually quite helpful to give you...