Insurance is protection for worst-case scenarios. People who fall, become victims of crime, sustain massive storm damage to their homes or have other unexpected experiences can potentially rely on insurance to reduce the long-term financial impact of those incidents....
Rain is a familiar part of life in Washington State, and wet sidewalks are something most residents encounter regularly. To that end, most Washington residents are quite familiar with basic safety tips related to walking in the rain. However, slips and falls often...
After an accident, many people turn to social media to update friends and family, share photos or simply distract themselves during recovery. While these platforms may seem harmless, it is important to understand that what you post online can sometimes affect your...
Motorcycle helmets can significantly reduce the severity of injuries in the event of a motorcycle accident, along with lowering one’s fatality risk. Having a well-fitting, officially certified helmet is one key step motorcyclists can take to improve their own safety....
Slip-and-falls occur when people lose traction and fall. They frequently occur in locations with high levels of foot traffic, such as busy retail shops. Slip-and-falls are often embarrassing, but they can also be serious situations. People who slip and fall can...
One of the most common things people say after causing a motorcycle accident is simply that they did not see the motorcycle. This could happen when someone turns left in front of a motorcycle, for example, or merges into the motorcycle on the interstate. The driver...
You may have the right to seek compensation for the damages you suffered in a crash, but the actions you take in the days and weeks that follow can have a significant impact on how much you can recover. Many people unknowingly make mistakes that give insurance...
A prior diagnosis shouldn’t disqualify you from recovering damages after someone else's negligence causes you harm. However, many people assume their medical history will undermine their claim, which sometimes stops them from pursuing compensation to which they’re...
A missed paycheck after a car accident is usually just the beginning of the financial fallout. What starts as a short stretch of unpaid time off can quickly snowball into something far more financially disruptive, especially when recovery takes longer than expected or...
After an accident, fault is one of the first things an insurance company tries to determine. Adjusters immediately begin reviewing evidence like incident reports, photos, witness statements and your own initial account. From there, they assign a percentage of fault to...
