Property owners in the state of Washington have a legal responsibility to ensure that their premises are safe for visitors. If a visitor is injured on a property, the property owner may be liable for the injuries if a court finds that they did not act reasonably to...
Year: 2020
Birth injuries versus birth defects in newborns
Soon-to-be mothers in Washington likely have read everything there is to know about their upcoming birth. Some of the articles read may mention birth injuries and birth defects. Though it can be easy to confuse the two, they are very different. Birth defects in babies...
How can you tell if you may have a brain injury?
If you hit your head, such as in a motor vehicle accident, you’re likely to have concerns about the possibility of damage to your brain. However, determining if you have a brain injury is easier said than done. When to seek medical help Here are some of the symptoms...
2 hurt in crash on Interstate 5 in Washington
When there is a crash or a vehicle that has been disabled on the highway, the State Highway Patrol may respond. Those workers are doing their jobs, and they’re there to make sure that others are safe. Even the police can make mistakes behind the wheel, however. Slick...
Can you ask for punitive damages in a wrongful death claim?
The civil courts provide people with justice when the criminal courts are not the appropriate venue for their situation. Those hurt by the actions, crimes or negligence of someone else can potentially ask the Washington civil courts to consider their circumstances and...
The link between traumatic brain injuries and mental illness
Most people know that a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can cause a wide range of symptoms. Many news reports about TBIs focus on effects like chronic headaches, sleep problems, nausea, memory loss and confusion. Unless you have experienced a mental illness as the result...
Understanding the jargon relating to personal injury claims
If you or a loved one was seriously injured in a car accident, you'll need to ensure that the deserved compensation is gained. This can be a stressful process, and healing both physically and emotionally should always take priority. One of the reasons why making a...
Premises liability is much more than slip-and-fall accidents
Perhaps you know someone who has filed a successful slip-and-fall claim. Maybe they slipped on ice outside a store. Or perhaps it was a summertime accident, slipping and falling on a wet surface by a swimming pool. The technical name for these cases is premises...
Eye sight issues could be linked to a brain injury
Though it is a symptom that isn’t often discussed, did you know that you could lose your vision as a result of a brain injury? Vision and eye problems are actually common side effects of brain injuries, and the problems can vary significantly from one patient to...
Death does not erase your loved one’s civil claim after a crash
It's probably the worst-case scenario for a serious car crash. Your loved one suffers significant injuries that put them in the hospital, and your family waits, prays and hopes for their recovery. After days or even weeks of medical efforts to save them, your loved...