Category Archives: Personal Injury
The Role of Contributory Fault in Your Washington Personal Injury Case
When you file a personal injury lawsuit against someone, you must prove that person was negligent in some way. Negligence is when a person (or legal entity) breaches a legal duty owed to another person. For example, if you drive a car, you have a legal duty to obey Washington traffic laws and operate… Read More »
What to Do If You Suffer a Personal Injury in a Different State
Traveling is always something families and friends look forward to. Whether you’re spending the day across state lines or leaving for a week, there is always a risk of a personal injury. If you were to find yourself suffering from an injury while traveling to another state, there are a few things you should… Read More »
What to Do in a Slip and Fall Accident
Slip and fall accidents are some of the most commonly reported personal injury cases. If you have been injured in a trip accident in public or on someone’s property, you should follow these tips. Here’s how a slip and fall accident should be documented. Take a Picture of the Scene One of the most… Read More »
More Cyclists on the Road Means More Potential Accidents
The pandemic has brought more people outside than before, as many are taking up biking for exercise, transportation, and leisure. In fact, Fitness App Stava reported a significant jump in bicycling in major cities. And sales of bikes and other accessories skyrocketed. While it is refreshing to see more Americans… Read More »
What Can the Long-Term Effects of a Personal Injury Be?
Long-term effects of a personal injury can end up being more devastating than the immediate injury itself. One example is traumatic brain injury. Initially, superficial damages could be scarce. But oftentimes, more pressing ailments arise and they are even more detrimental to your health and quality of life. Many people who suffer a personal… Read More »
Statute of Limitations for Car Accidents in Washington State
One of the primary principles protected under Washington state law is your right to receive compensation if you were injured or had your vehicle damaged in a car accident. This right is not absolute, and it involves several legal conditions that must first be fulfilled. One of these is the condition that you must… Read More »
The Impact of COVID-19 on Personal Injury Cases
The US faces yet another surge in COVID-19 infections, and it seems like individuals and industries will need to adapt themselves to this new coronavirus world. COVID-19 has impacted every aspect of our lives, including the justice system. One vital aspect that’s been influenced under the pandemic is personal injury. Even though the coronavirus… Read More »
4 Signs You Need To Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer
You may need to hire a personal injury lawyer to speak to you if you endured genuine wounds, or the lawful guidelines entangled by your damage case are exceptionally perplexing. Now and again, the insurance agency will not settle in compliance with common decency. If you were engaged with any of the accompanying mishaps… Read More »
The Process of Filing a Personal Injury Claim
Typically, when you are injured in a motor vehicle accident (MVA), you exchange your contact and insurance information with the other driver. If you are injured on someone’s property, such as slipping and falling in a store (premises liability), you fill out an “incident report” or some type of documentation that describes how you… Read More »
Statute of Limitations on Injury Lawsuits in Washington
If you live in Washington state and are pursuing an injury claim — either with an insurance company or through a personal injury lawsuit in court — you may have some questions about the process and the state laws that will affect your claim. In this article, we’ll explore a few key Washington personal… Read More »