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Posted on March 6, 2021 |

The term fault refers to negligence causing the injury of another person. For example, in personal injury cases, fault establishes who is...

Posted on March 6, 2021 |

Negligence Per Se

Proving negligence is an essential part of nearly all personal injury cases. Generally, this is when someone is being careless or reckless...

Posted on March 2, 2021 |

An expert witness is a professional with a lot of specialized knowledge about some part of your personal injury case. In Washington State, personal injury...

Posted on March 2, 2021 |

A driver is anyone who operates a motor vehicle, such as a car, truck, or bus. A driver can operate their own...

Posted on February 11, 2021 |

Legal Definition Under Washington State Law "In Washington State, a collision is anytime a vehicle hits another object such as another vehicle,...

Posted on February 11, 2021 |

“At or prior to the time the case is called to be set for trial, any party may demand a trial by jury of...

Posted on February 8, 2021 |

Litigation is the term used when someone is legally asserting a lawsuit. Asserting that claim, however, is when the claim goes into...

Posted on June 18, 2020 |

Passengers in a Car Accident Claim

All passengers in a car accident have the right to compensation from the driver who caused the accident. This is true no...

Posted on June 18, 2020 |

A lawyer, also known as an attorney, is someone who practices law. In Washington, lawyers have to be licensed by the state...

Posted on May 18, 2020 |

Under the law, a pedestrian is anyone traveling along a sidewalk or roadway without a vehicle. Usually this means people on foot,...

Posted on May 18, 2020 |

Definition of Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle accidents are some of the most severe and dangerous accidents we see. Many victims of motorcycle accident suffer head injuries, neck injuries,...

Posted on May 8, 2020 |

Legal Definition of Personal Injury

Personal injury is any damage or loss that affects a person’s body. This also includes mental damages even though they may not have...

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I went to Premier Law Group to assist me with a car accident where I was rear ended. They were responsive and very helpful in negotiations with the other insurance company. I received a fair settlement and was happy that they took care of all the negotiations for me. I highly recommend!

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