The following blog article was updated in January 2022. Automobile accidents happen daily, but when those accidents result in fatalities due to one driver being intoxicated, someone must be held accountable for the lives lost and injuries sustained. Washington State has imposed strict laws against drunk driving, including harsh penalties for offenders. The state’s anti-drunk-driving...
The following blog article was updated in January 2022. When you are involved in a motor vehicle accident and the other driver caused that accident, you assume that they would be held responsible for your injuries. In most instances, this is the case. However, there are times when the driver is involved in an accident...
The following blog article was updated in January 2022. Washington State Uninsured Motorist Attorneys Washington state law requires all insurers doing business within the state to offer uninsured motorist insurance (UM) and underinsured motorist insurance (UIM) to individuals purchasing liability insurance. Uninsured motorist insurance is what provides accident victims with compensation when they are injured...
The following blog article was updated in January 2022. Every time you get into the car, whether as the driver or passenger, there is a risk you will be involved in a car accident. Will someone rear-end you as you come to a stop? Does the car next to you come into your lane without...
Ridesharing companies, such as Lyft and Uber, allow you to get around without needing a car and are a more convenient option than public transit. You can use these services after a night on the town (to avoid a potential DUI), as a ride to and from the airport, or even just going from one...
Following an accident, you may need to file a claim with your insurer or the other party’s insurance company – depending on the circumstances of the incident. Regardless, you will have paperwork to file, deadlines to meet, and a meeting (or two) with an insurance claim adjuster. Knowing what paperwork and what claims you must...
No one plans for an accident, but you expect when one occurs that you will be able to exchange information with the other driver. When a driver leaves the scene, it is a hit-and-run. It is imperative you understand what that means for your case, and what actions to take so that you can still...
Usually, the driver is responsible in a motor vehicle versus pedestrian crash – but that doesn’t apply to all cases. A pedestrian can be found at fault, especially if they were the cause of the accident or purposely stepped into oncoming traffic. Unfortunately, the law often sides with the pedestrian, which means anyone in a...
When you are involved in a motor vehicle accident with a commercial vehicle, you may be able to hold the driver and the company that owns the truck responsible for your financial losses. Commercial vehicles are often bigger than the average passenger vehicle, which means a collision with one could result in catastrophic injuries. If...
Being involved in an accident with a rideshare or food delivery driver is a gray area. In some cases, you may be able to hold the company liable, while in others, it falls on the driver instead. Understanding how the law considers these cases and what it means for your injury claim is essential. Rideshare...
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