Personal Injury
Philbrook Law Celebrates 20 Years
On March 18, Philbrook Law celebrated an important milestone. Twenty years ago, Philbrook Law opened its doors with a simple but powerful mission – to stand by the people of Washington State during their most challenging times. Matthew Philbrook, who began practicing law in 2001, founded our law firm. Over time, the firm has grown…
Read MorePreventing Accidents While Enjoying the Outdoors This Winter
Washington and Oregon are both known for their fun and adventurous outdoor activities. If you live in one of these states, the chances are that you will likely take some time this winter to get out there and enjoy what the great outdoors has to offer. While it is always a good idea to get…
Read MoreWhat Are Lost Wages?
Accidents such as car crashes can completely upend your life. Instead of focusing on work and other commitments, your entire existence may need to shift to healing and recovering. The costs related to medical treatment are often extensive. However, they are not the only financial strain placed on those who suffer personal injuries. The harm…
Read MoreNew Technologies to Treat Spinal Cord Injuries
Elon Musk’s Neuralink made headlines this year after the company successfully implanted a device into a patient during its early human trials. The first patient, then 29-year-old Nolan Arbaugh, is a quadriplegic. After getting the implant, he could control a computer with his thoughts. Despite some setbacks, the second human trial is now underway. The…
Read MoreLong-Term Impacts of Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) in Vancouver, Washington
Concussions are a fairly common injury. Not only do they happen in car accidents, but they occur frequently among athletes. In fact, one study found that about 20% of high school athletes playing contact sports will suffer a concussion each year. While concussions might be common, they are also dangerous and can cause long-term symptoms…
Read MoreThe Duty of a Driver and How it Relates to Pedestrians
Drivers have a critical duty of care toward pedestrians to ensure their safety on the road. This duty is governed by traffic laws and general principles of negligence. Understanding this responsibility is essential for both drivers and pedestrians to prevent accidents and ensure a safe road environment. Here are some specific situations that illustrate a…
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 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 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…
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