When a person suffers an injury in a car crash that’s caused by a negligent driver, they may have considerable medical expenses and other costs associated with that wreck. They shouldn’t be left to bear the burden of those expenses. With that in mind, they may decide...
personal attention every injury victim deserves.
PERSONAL INJURY (PLAINTIFF) – Car Accidents
Most people overestimate their driving abilities
If you ask someone if they are an above-average driver, odds are that they are going to say yes. After all, some studies have found that most people think that they are above average. In one study, eight out of 10 men said that they were above-average drivers....
Why teens often cause car accidents
Driving gives teenagers independence, but it also comes with risks. Every year, thousands of accidents involve young drivers who may not yet have the experience or judgment needed behind the wheel. For parents, this can be a worrying thought, because it’s your child’s...
This is one of the most common—and dangerous—motorcycle accidents
Motorcycle accidents happen day in and day out, for a wide variety of reasons. A crash can happen because of poor road conditions, for instance, or because of things that are entirely outside of the rider’s control. A rider who is sitting in traffic at a red light...
When a crash injures a child permanently
When a crash results in permanent injuries to a child, the effects can be devastating and far-reaching. And their physical harm is only one part of the equation. The emotional, financial and long-term developmental consequences of a catastrophic accident can alter the...
Summer’s deadly driving hazards
We are in the middle of the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer.” This term refers to the period of months between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day when the youngest drivers face extra peril on the roads and highways. There is an uptick in traffic deaths of teenage and...
What are the elements of negligence in a personal injury claim?
People who are harmed in a wreck or incident that’s the fault of another person may opt to pursue a compensation claim. These cases often involve complex circumstances and must be handled carefully. All personal injury claims must have specific elements present....
Is safety technology causing accidents?
There are many new types of safety technology in modern vehicles. Backup cameras are now standard equipment, for example, so every new vehicle will have one. Many vehicles have adaptive cruise control (ACC), blind spot monitoring systems, forward collision warning...
Fatigued driving can be deadly
A driver who’s falling asleep at the wheel can’t operate their vehicle safely. This puts that driver and everyone else around them at risk of being involved in a crash. Fatigued driving crashes can lead to catastrophic injuries. In some cases, those injuries may be...
Staying safe on a motorcycle this spring
As spring arrives in earnest in Washington State, many motorcyclists are eager to get back on the road and enjoy the warmer weather. However, with increased riding comes increased risk, especially after a long winter when both riders and other drivers may be out of...
