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Should You Talk to the Other Driver’s Insurance Company After a Car Accident in Seattle?
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, it may seem harmless to answer a call from the other driver’s insurance company. After all, they may sound polite, concerned, and eager to “help resolve things quickly.” But if you’re not careful, that conversation can seriously damage your claim. Before you speak to anyone other… Read More »
Understanding Comparative Fault in Washington State Car Accidents
When a car accident happens in Washington, determining who is at fault is rarely black and white. Multiple drivers may share responsibility, and that’s where comparative fault becomes critically important. If you were injured in a Washington car accident, understanding how comparative fault works can directly affect how much compensation you can recover. Below… Read More »
Navigating an Accident: Top Seattle Car Accident Lawyers
If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Seattle, you need experienced legal representation to protect your rights and fight for the compensation you deserve. At Emerald Law Group, our team of dedicated attorneys has built a reputation as some of the top Seattle car accident lawyers, helping victims and their families recover… Read More »
Emerald Law Group Secures $1.15 Million Settlement for Family of Murdered Woman
Emerald Law Group is proud to announce a $1.15 million settlement on behalf of the estate and children of Destinie Gates-Jackson, a young Seattle mother of two who was tragically murdered in 2020 by her former boyfriend while he was on parole for a prior assault against her. Background of the Case At the… Read More »
Were You Rear-Ended in Seattle? What to Do Next (and How an Injury Attorney Near You Can Help)
Rear-end collisions are among the most common car accidents in Seattle, especially in high-traffic areas like I-5, SR 520, and downtown. Even low-speed crashes can leave you with painful injuries, mounting medical bills, and a frustrating battle with insurance companies. Rear-End Collisions Can Cause Serious Injuries Many people underestimate the impact of a rear-end… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions About Car Accidents in Seattle
What should I do after a car accident in Seattle? After a crash in Seattle, your top priorities should be safety, medical care, and documentation. Call 911 to report the accident, seek medical attention, and exchange insurance details with the other driver. If possible, take photos of the scene and get witness information. Then… Read More »
Food Poisoning Issues at King County Schools
During the 2022-23 school year, mostly due to pandemic relief programs, 95 percent of King County public school students qualified for free school lunches. Economically, this high number was very good for families. Too many times, school lunches, even at heavily-subsidized prices, simply aren’t in a family’s budget. This high number was bad news… Read More »
Breaking Down a Nursing Home Abuse Claim
Nursing home abuse, unlike nursing home neglect, is an intentional tort. Usually, the result, a personal injury, is unintentional. The conduct was intentional, which in this context basically means non-accidental. A personal injury is just the beginning of the damages in these cases. Usually, the tortfeasor (wrongful actor) as a caregiver, nursing home employee,… Read More »
Liability Theories in Car Crash Cases
Every year, car crashes seriously injure millions of Americans. The medical bills in these cases, by themselves, average over $40,000 each. This figure does not include other economic losses, such as lost earning capacity, and noneconomic damages, such as pain and suffering. Usually, these incidents aren’t “accidents,” especially if multiple vehicles were involved. These… Read More »
Defective Products and Swimming Pool Drownings
A swimming pool’s drain might be the most important component of a backyard or public swimming pool. A well-working drain makes a pool much healthier and safer. The drain helps ensure a continuous flow of clean water. It removes chlorine and other harsh chemicals and also prevents bacteria from growing. By the same token,… Read More »