In Washington, funeral costs after a fatal crash may be paid first through personal injury protection coverage, if that coverage exists, and later through a claim against the at-fault driver. In many cases, the family or estate pays the bills up front and then seeks...
Year: 2026
Commercial property owner liability for inadequate security in Seattle
When visiting a shopping center, parking garage, apartment complex, or hotel in Seattle, patrons and residents reasonably expect physical safety. While criminal acts are committed by third parties, commercial property owners have a legal duty to implement reasonable...
The real reason your insurance settlement offer came so fast
After a car crash, a message from insurance offering you money can come quicker than you expected.On the surface, this can feel like a win. After all, you are likely eager to get your life back on track. However, that speed is rarely a sign of good service. Rather, it...
What to expect from a legal neuropsychological evaluation
If you suffered a head injury in a Seattle crash, a legal neuropsychological evaluation may become part of your case. This exam uses tests to measure how the injury affects thinking, memory and attention. The results may help show how the injury affects daily life and...
How long do you have to file a wrongful death claim?
Losing a loved one can leave a family focused on grieving, medical bills and major changes at home. Legal deadlines may not be the first concern. In Washington, a wrongful death claim generally must be filed within three years of the person's death. Waiting too long...
Can you sue an uninsured driver in Washington State?
A sudden crash near the Renton Transit Center or along I-405 can mess up your daily life fast. One minute you are driving home, and the next you are stuck with high doctor bills, physical pain and costly car repairs. Finding out the driver who hit you has no auto...
Who is liable for a brain injury from a fall on commercial property?
Liability for a brain injury from a fall in Washington often depends on who controlled the property and whether that party failed to fix or warn about a dangerous condition. In a commercial premises case, responsibility may fall on the owner, a business tenant, a...
When an accident changes who you are
After an accident causing a traumatic brain injury (TBI), physical healing is the immediate priority. However, families may also notice jarring shifts in how their loved one interacts with the world. These changes are not merely a reaction to the stress of an injury;...
Survival actions and wrongful death in Washington TBI cases
Few losses feel more disorienting than losing someone after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), especially when the injury led to days or weeks of treatment before death. In Washington, those cases may involve a wrongful death claim and a survival action. The wrongful...
Can multiple parties be responsible for a fatal accident?
Losing a loved one in a fatal accident is a devastating experience. As families start to cope with what happened, questions might arise about what led to the accident and whether someone else’s action contributed to the loss. Knowing who might be legally liable can...
