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AI & Evidence in Injury Cases: What Clients Should Know
When a distracted driver clips your bike on Burnside, the truth hides in medical scans, witness memories, street‑camera footage, and the story your aching body tells each night. Insurance companies try to spin those facts to favor their ledger. The strength of your evidence decides whether the offer is a band‑aid settlement or the full…
Read MoreHow Does a Negligent Security Claim Work?
When an individual visits a mall, store, restaurant, hotel, bar, or any other type of establishment, they typically believe that they will be safe and harm-free the entire time. However, if the owner has not taken proper measures to protect the people who visit their property and someone ends up injured or hurt, the victim…
Read MoreNew Law Allows People to Sue Gun Manufacturers
With the new year come and gone, California has passed a new law that will allow for state residents, as well as tourists, to file lawsuits against gun manufacturers. With mass shootings at schools, grocery stores, nightclubs, movie theaters, and so on, this new law perhaps takes the right step in mitigating further tragedies. While…
Read MoreIs It Time to End Washington State’s Eviction Moratorium?
The pandemic initially forced people to stay in their apartments and homes. Many businesses were locked down – except for those that provided essential services. It simply wasn’t possible to go to work which meant that people didn’t have an income. In response to the people’s inability to earn a living, the federal government and…
Read MoreReopening in Vancouver WA: Do You Need an Attorney?
By now, it’s something of a cliche to say that we’re living in unprecedented times. Yet it’s accurate. There are few people who’ve seen a confluence of disease and economic difficulties caused by something like COVID-19. Citizens and businesses alike look forward to reopening. As a Vancouver, Wa attorney, we want to take a moment…
Read MoreWhat is a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
A personal injury lawsuit is a legal dispute when one person suffers harm from an accident or injury, which someone else may be legally responsible for causing. This term is used in law practice for any damage done to the body, mind, or emotions of a person that requires a personal injury lawyer to step…
Read MoreWhat is the Statute of Limitations in Washington State?
A statute of limitations states how much time you, or the state, has to file charges or take legal action. For example, in the state of Washington, a criminal case like murder, has no statute of limitations so legal action can occur decades after it happens. When it comes to a civil case like personal injury, however,…
Read MoreMost Common Types of Premises Liability
When you think of personal injury cases, especially when someone gets hurt by slipping on a wet floor or tripping down a flight of stairs, you’re seeing examples of premises liability claims. If the owner of a property is responsible for loss or injury to another person, either through neglect or willful action, then premises liability…
Read MoreMost Dangerous Intersections in Vancouver, WA
If you live or work in Vancouver, Washington, it’s a good idea to know where the most dangerous intersections are located. If you know where accidents often happen, you can either plan alternate routes or you can take extra safety precautions at those intersections. According to The Columbian, Vancouver has the highest rate of pedestrian…
Read MoreWhat Do You Do After an Auto Accident?
Auto accidents can happen to even the most cautious of drivers. Although extremely stressful and terrifying, it is important to remain calm and take control of the situation. These are the steps you should take if you ever find yourself involved in an auto accident. These steps help you address your health needs while also…
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