Should I Hire a Lawyer for an Uninsured Driver Claim?
You should consider hiring a lawyer if you have been in a car accident with an uninsured driver. While not required to have a lawyer, an uninsured driver claim can become difficult and complex, making legal assistance beneficial for pursuing compensation for injuries, property damage, medical expenses, and more. Importantly, there is a deadline to…
Read MoreHow Does a Claim for “Pain and Suffering” Work?
Accident victims are often entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost income, and property damage, but the most important compensation is for the human losses. Human losses, commonly referred to as pain and suffering, non-economic damages, or general damages, are usually not as visible and are not naturally valued with money like economic damages. However,…
Read MoreAre Our Cars Making Us Worse Drivers?
As cars have evolved, it’s apparent that these changes may be making us worse drivers. Whether due to new technological features, advances in sustainability, or increasing vehicle sizes, our cars are affecting our driving habits, leading to more injuries and fatalities in Vancouver, WA, and across the country. According to a recent article published by…
Read MoreCheck Out Vancouver, WA’s New Bike Garden!
A new bike garden is coming to the Vancouver, WA area. The project is nearly complete and set to officially open on June 8, 2024. This initiative provides young and beginner bicyclists with a safe place to learn how to repair, build, maintain, and ride their bicycles. According to the City of Vancouver website, the…
Read MoreShould I Use a Personal Injury Attorney Referral Service?
After an accident, you are likely facing a lot of challenges. You may be behind on your bills and missing work, making it impossible to support yourself and your family. You may also be dealing with a whirlwind of phone calls from insurance companies, repair companies, mechanics, and maybe even law enforcement. You may also…
Read MoreFront Crash Prevention Systems Need to Be Better
Almost all new cars are equipped with an advanced driver assistance system that helps them avoid crashes and stay clear of road hazards. Front crash prevention systems, like forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking systems, help drivers avoid collisions. Some vehicles come equipped with a pedestrian and cyclist detection system, too. All of these…
Read MoreWhy Don’t All States Require Seat Belts on School Buses?
Every types of vehicle you ride in automatically has seat belts – except one, and you’ve probably wondered why. After all, wouldn’t you want seat belts in school buses? They’re literally designed to carry children. And yet, there are no laws about Washington State school buses having safety harnesses or systems of any kind. In…
Read MoreSettling vs. Going to Trial: Which Is the Best Option for Me?
If you recently filed a personal injury claim, you may be wondering whether it is better to settle or take your case to trial. The answer to this question depends on what type of outcome you want as well as the amount of time you are willing to invest in your case. Every individual’s case…
Read MoreWhat Liability Means in Washington’s Personal Injury Law
One of the most important elements of a personal injury case is determining liability. If you were recently injured and are considering filing a personal injury case, your attorney will most likely bring up the topic of liability early on in the process, making it crucial to understand what this important term means. In simple…
Read MoreCan Whiplash Cause a Traumatic Brain Injury?
Whiplash is a type of injury that occurs when the neck moves back and forth very quickly. Often considered a minor injury that heals within a few months, severe whiplash can lead to traumatic brain injury (TBI). If you are experiencing neck pain after a car accident and dismissing it as something small or minor,…
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