More than 80,000 car accidents occur on Washington state roads every year. These car accidents result in more than 1,900 serious injuries. Head injuries contribute to some of the most serious side effects and carry the potential for death and paralysis. You should...
Car Accidents
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...
Points about driving in construction zones
Construction zones pop up throughout Washington state. Drivers wishing to avoid an accident should adjust their behavior when traveling through a work area. Basic points about construction zone safety If a construction worker is holding a sign that tells you to stop...
Things to know when injured by a reckless driver in Washington
Driving recklessly in Washington is a criminal offense. A conviction carries a maximum sentence of one year in jail and a $5,000 fine along with license suspension and vehicle impoundment. However, when a reckless driver causes an accident that results in injuries and...
Watch out for these hidden car accident injuries in Washington
When most people get into an auto accident, they will experience some pretty obvious injuries, which are often the painful ones that show up right away. However, there are also a lot of hidden injuries that can occur after an accident, which might not show up until...
How does speeding lead to car crashes?
In Seattle, car crashes are a leading cause of death and serious injury. There are certain reasons why speeding leads to this problem and ways to avoid it. How does speeding lead to more car crashes? The faster a driver is going, the less time they have to react to...
Understanding drunk driving and car accidents
It's no secret that drunk driving is a huge problem in Washington. Every year, thousands of people die in auto accidents that involve a driver who was under the influence. How drunk driving leads to car accidents One of the most common ways that drunk driving leads to...
Comparative negligence laws in Washington state
Filing suit against a potentially negligent party in the state of Washington can be a challenge in some situations, but not as difficult as in some other states. The details surrounding how the injury occurred are still vital to the final outcome in most cases even...
Improper cargo loading leads to truck accidents
In Washington, there are commercial trucking laws, combined with federal safety regulations, that govern what truck drivers can and cannot do on the road. They are restricted in the amount of weight they can place on their trucks and are told how to load and unload...
Distracted driving facts and penalties in Washington
Distracted driving caused by technology has been around since Chrysler added a portable record player to vehicles in the 1950s. Since then, modern technology has only increased the risk of distracted driving. Drivers in Seattle, Washington, may face steep fines for...