Who Can Be Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident in Washington

Categories: Slip and Fall

No one ever expects to be in an accident, especially one that could have been prevented if a property owner had made a reasonable effort to maintain the safety of their property. Whether you were injured in a restaurant, store, public park, private residence, or somewhere else, slip and fall accidents can be painful and...

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Ways to Prove Liability in Premises Liability Cases

Categories: Personal Injury

Accidents can happen anywhere, including on someone else’s property. File a premises liability claim if you were injured due to unsafe conditions on someone else’s property. Premises liability refers to an owner’s liability for injuries occurring on their property. You can prove your lawsuit by showing the property owner failed to keep their premises safe,...

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Why Is My Car Accident Claim Going to Court?

Categories: Car Accidents

Experiencing a car accident is an overwhelming ordeal, leaving many grappling with physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial strain. If you suffered injuries in a car accident and filed a lawsuit, you may wonder, Why is my car accident claim going to court? Feeling anxious and uncertain about the reasons behind this decision is understandable....

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The Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice in Washington State

Categories: Medical Malpractice

According to Washington’s statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims, victims must file their case within three years after the medical negligence occurred or one year after they discovered or reasonably should have discovered the error that caused their injury   File a medical malpractice lawsuit in Washington state within three years of an injury....

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What Are the Long-Term Effects of a Head Injury to a Child?

Categories: Brain Injury

The following blog article was updated in January 2022. Unraveling the long-term effects of a child’s head injury, this article explores medical insights, developmental impacts, and legal avenues for support. Any head injury as an adult is cause for concern, even seemingly minor ones. But what happens when that same injury happens to someone much...

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Can You Sue a Company if You Fall on Their Property?

Categories: Personal Injury

Yes, you can sue a company if you fall on their property under premises liability laws. Property owners are responsible for addressing hazardous conditions they know about or should reasonably know about. If a fall results from their negligence, the injured party may seek compensation for damages. When Can I Hold a Business Liable For...

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Should I Take the Insurance Companies First Settlement Offer?

Categories: Personal Injury

The following blog article was updated in January 2022. After an accident, you might be contacted by the other party’s insurance. The claims adjuster assigned to your case could propose a settlement right then and there. You have medical costs, cannot work, and need money, but should you accept the first settlement offered to you?...

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Most Common Types of Premises Liability Cases

Categories: Personal Injury

A premises liability lawsuit is filed when someone is injured on a property due to the owner’s negligence. Property owners must keep their property safe; failure to do so may make them liable for injuries. If you’re determining whether you have a valid premises liability claim, it’s crucial to consider if the property owner failed to...

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Dram Shop Laws and Liability in Washington State

Categories: Personal Injury

Drinking and driving is dangerous. According to the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, 2022 was the deadlies year on Washington roads and highways for over 30 years. And according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drug and alcohol impairment is involved in more than half of fatal crashes. To help reduce these tragedies, Washington...

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Common Infections After A Dog Bite

Categories: Dog Bite

Getting bit by a dog is a terrifying and traumatic experience, but it’s dangerous as well. When most people think about dog bite injuries, they often think about the damage to skin, muscle, and tissue from the attack. Many do not realize that one of the most dangerous things about a dog bite is not...

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