Recent Blog Posts
What Are Your Legal Rights If You Are Injured On Government Property In Washington?
Under the legal concept of “premises liability”, a property owner can be held responsible for some accidents and injuries that occur on their property. This is especially true if they knew about a problem and ignored it, or let conditions develop that created an injury risk for others. Some common causes of premises liability… Read More »
The Path To Legal Recovery After A Drunk Driving Accident
No matter what we do to stay safe on the roads, we are still at risk from collisions with drunk or impaired drivers. Washington reports over 200 traffic fatalities each year caused by drivers impaired by alcohol or drugs. Many thousands more are injured each year and face physical and financial pain due to… Read More »
Washington Appeals Court Upholds $2.4 Million Insurance Bad Faith Verdict
Auto insurance companies have a legal duty to represent their policyholders in good faith. This means that if an insured driver was responsible for causing an auto accident, the insurer must make a reasonable attempt to negotiate a settlement offer presented by the victims. In most cases this means settling for the limits of… Read More »
Is A Washington Property Owner Liable For The Death Of A Contractor’s Employee?
Premises liability refers to a landowner’s legal responsibility for injuries sustained by individuals on their property. For example, if you are injured in a slip and fall accident at the store, the owner may be responsible if you can prove they failed to keep the premises in reasonably safe condition. As a general rule,… Read More »
What To Know About Your Legal Rights If Your Child Is Injured At School
When your child goes to school, you expect they will be safe from harm and properly supervised at all times. After all, schools are meant to be safe places for kids to learn and play. Administrators and teachers have responsibilities not only to educate, but to keep kids safe and happy. Unfortunately, we know… Read More »
Understanding A Pedestrian’s Rights After A Bicycle Collision
In the Seattle area, thousands of people enjoy walking or bicycling every day, whether they are out for fun, getting to work, or running errands. Bicyclists and walkers alike take justifiable pride in these eco-friendly modes of travel. However, most don’t realize there are safety risks involved, and accidents between bikers and walkers can… Read More »
What To Do After Suffering A Dog Bite In Washington
Dogs are a best friend to many across the Seattle area, but they aren’t always so friendly to strangers. Dogs can bite for any number of reasons – perhaps they feel provoked, threatened, or are trying to protect a person or property. When dogs do attack, people can be injured and those injuries can… Read More »
Understanding Your Legal Rights After Injury Due To Reckless Driving
Reckless driving is one of the leading factors in serious traffic accidents and fatalities in Washington State and across the country. Statistics indicate that reckless driving trends have only increased since the start of the pandemic in 2020, with Washington seeing a 10% increase in traffic fatalities in 2021 from the year before. Speeding,… Read More »
When Is An Insurance Company Liable For Noneconomic Damages Following A Car Accident?
In personal injury lawsuits, a plaintiff may seek both economic and noneconomic damages. Economic damages refer to quantifiable or “out of pocket” losses arising from a negligent act. For example, if you are injured in a car accident, your economic damages would include your medical bills and any lost wages due to time missed… Read More »
Is King County Responsible For A Dangerous Condition On The Green River Trail?
Under Washington law, local governments can generally be sued and held liable for injuries that occur on their property the same as any private landowner. For example, if you are injured in a slip and fall accident inside of a King County office building, you could sue the county and seek monetary damages for… Read More »