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...
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....
In Federal Way, seasonal changes bring more than just beauty. Piles and drifts of leaves can also create dangerous conditions. Wet leaves, icy sidewalks and poorly maintained entryways pose serious risks to visitors and customers. When property owners fail to address...
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...
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...
Advances in medical technology in recent decades have made traumatic injuries easier to treat. Broken bones could once lead to a lifetime of pain and functional limitations. Most fractures now culminate in a full recovery. Broken bones are among the most significant...
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...
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...
People purchase insurance policies with the expectation that they will be able to count on the insurer to take care of covered events. In many cases, that’s exactly what happens, but there are times when insurers may deny claims. In Washington State, insurers must act...
When you file a claim, you expect the insurance company to respond clearly and fairly. However, sometimes, there is no outright denial, just silence, vague updates or repeated requests for the same documents that you have already sent. This waiting game can drag on...
