The person to blame for a crash is the one with financial responsibility for its consequences. The police report often indicates which driver is actually at fault for the crash. The determination of the officer in the report can influence the outcome of insurance...
Year: 2022
Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in Washington?
There are many people who will feel the effects of losing someone unexpectedly. Obviously, close family members will have the most intense grief and most significant personal consequences from a sudden death. Close friends, employers and even coworkers will also...
When is a fall the property owner’s fault?
Whether you stopped to visit a client at their home or ran into a shop to make a purchase, you expected to visit publicly accessible faces safely. Unfortunately, you ended up falling and getting hurt. Maybe you tripped over an unsecured electrical cord or fell down a...
What if insurance isn’t enough to pay for your crash?
It costs quite a lot to drive. Buying even a used vehicle is a multi-thousand dollar investment, and then you have to pay licensing and registration fees. Insurance could add another $100 a month or more in many cases to the total cost to drive. Then, you have to...
How to prevent an auto accident
Most people drive in Washington almost daily, and many have driven for decades. So, it would make sense that you might become so comfortable that you start to be less on guard. The problem is that getting too comfortable with driving can also mean that you are more...
What’s the difference between open and closed brain injuries?
Residents of Washington can suffer catastrophic injuries when involved in a serious accident. One of them is a brain injury, which can affect victims differently depending on the circumstances. These injuries can be closed or open and carry some differences. Closed...
Which are the main causes of traumatic brain injuries?
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious medical condition that's characterized by damage to the brain. This type of injury can vary in severity, from a mild concussion to a severe brain injury. It's important for Washington residents to know what causes TBI so that...
Why do truck accidents occur in Washington?
Commercial truck accidents have increased in frequency in recent years. While it's easy to focus the blame on human error alone, there are many other factors that can contribute to a motor vehicle accident in Seattle and elsewhere. Poor maintenance of the vehicle A...
Common household items linked to child brain injuries
All Seattle parents try to provide a safe home for their children. However, several common household products could put kids at risk for a traumatic brain injury. Dangerous household items According to a 2019 study, 4.1 million babies, children and teens received...
Do I have a valid lawsuit if I am unable to work?
In Washington, you may have a valid legal claim if a driver caused a car crash that left you unable to return to work. Extensive medical care may cause your employer to discharge you from all future job duties leaving you without employment. In this case, you can file...