Commercial truck accidents share some important similarities with passenger car accidents. For example, both types of crashes can lead to serious injuries and the law provides a path to financial compensation for injured victims. That being said, there are also some very important differences between semi-truck accidents and passenger car collisions. If you or your […]
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Do Motorcycle Helmets Really Save Lives?
| Blog, Motorcycle Accidents, Personal InjuryDo motorcycle helmets really save lives? The answer is yes: motorcycle helmets save lives. The research on this matter is simply overwhelming. Do not take any risks with your health and well-being. You should always wear a Department of Transportation (DOT) approved safety helmet every time you get on a motorcycle. Here, our top-rated Washington […]
Common Injuries After a Car Accident
| Blog, Car Accidents, Personal InjuryTraffic accidents are among the leading causes of serious injuries in communities all across the United States. According to data provided by the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, approximately 50,000 people are hurt in collisions in our state on an annual basis. These injuries vary dramatically—from relatively modest bumps and bruises to catastrophic and even life-threatening […]
What to Do Following a Car Accident in Seattle
| Blog, Car AccidentsCar accidents can be very confusing events. In addition to trying to figure out your rights under different insurance agreements, you could be going from doctor to doctor to treat your injuries. Add in an inability to work, and many of our clients come to us experiencing significant stress about what to do following a […]
Distracted Driving Raises Crash Risk
| Blog, Car Accidents, Teens Against Distracted DrivingAccidents involving distracted driving seem to be in the headlines every day. At the end of April, Komo News reported another accident when a driver, reaching for an item, lost control of their SUV, crashed through two fences, and then hit a power pole in Edgewood, Washington. The air bags were deployed, and luckily, no […]
Distracted Driving Raises Crash Risk
| Blog, Car Accidents, Teens Against Distracted DrivingAccidents involving distracted driving seem to be in the headlines every day. At the end of April, Komo News reported another accident when a driver, reaching for an item, lost control of their SUV, crashed through two fences, and then hit a power pole in Edgewood, Washington. The air bags were deployed, and luckily, no […]
What to do right after a Car Accident?
| Blog, Car AccidentsCar accidents can happen in an instant, potentially causing serious injuries and leaving your vehicle in an un-drivable condition. While your insurance is designed to protect you against any financial consequences that could break your budget, you could still end up owing money for medical bills or car repairs if you’re not careful. Planning […]
4 Reasons to Consider Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney
| Blog, Personal InjuryA common question I get asked by people who call in after an injury is, “How do I know if I should hire an attorney?” Typically, just the fact that the person has taken the time to call an attorney is the first sign that they have realized they probably need some help. My answer […]
Think twice! The next time you look at your phone while driving
| Blog, Car AccidentsEach year the number of traffic fatalities in the U.S. stemming from distracted driving has been increasing. In 2015 alone there were 3,477 traffic deaths in the U.S. This is a 9 percent jump in fatalities from the year before. As these statistics soar, the Governor of Washington – Jay Inslee has begun the crackdown […]
How can you be prepared for driving in the snow and ice in Seattle?
| Blog, Car Accidents, Personal InjuryAs a personal injury attorney in Seattle, I know driving in snow and ice can be scary and dangerous. Even if Seattle does not have as much snow as other cities in Washington, snowfall is not out of the question. Unfortunately, many of those we share the road with are poor winter drivers. Some people […]
What do I do if my injuries prevent me from working?
| Blog, Personal InjuryIf you’ve been in a serious auto accident, you’re definitely going to need to take some time off from your job. How much time you take off depends on the nature of your injuries and the nature of your work. An injury that keeps someone away from their office job for a day or two […]
Can I choose my own attorney for my auto accident case?
| Blog, Car Accidents, Personal InjuryMany people who have never used a Seattle injury attorney before tend to assume that if you hire a law firm to help you with a case, you are assigned to one of the firm’s attorneys who will work on your case from beginning to end. This is usually not the case, unless you have […]