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When Is a Business Owner Liable for a Slip and Fall Injury?
Business owners have a duty to ensure that their property is safe for customers, suppliers, and anyone who the business expects to use the property. Business owners need to prioritize protecting people who visit the property from slips and falls. The most common type of accident at a retail store, apartment complex, hotel, or any…
Read MoreCommon Types of Product Liability Claims
When you buy a new car, you have the right to assume that all the car parts were designed properly, that the parts were made with quality materials, and that the parts will work when you need them to – you know, save your life. You have the same right when you buy medications, electronic…
Read MoreWhy Truck Accident Claims Are Different from Car Accident Claims
We know that an accident with a tractor-trailer can be devastating for the driver and passengers in the smaller vehicle. Because commercial trucks are so much bigger than regular cars and SUVs (both in height and weight), when these vehicles collide, injuries tend to be catastrophic or fatal. As a result, victims and survivors of…
Read MoreHow Much Is My Car Accident Claim Worth?
If you’re in a car accident, your first concerns should be contacting the police to conduct an investigation, and getting immediate medical attention. Once your medical condition stabilizes, it’s natural to think how your bills will be paid and how much your case is worth. The first task in every car accident case is to…
Read MorePersonal Injury Claims for Falls on Ramps
Slips, trips, and falls happen for many reasons in many places. They often occur in nursing homes, at construction sites, and on the properties of commercial and nonprofit businesses. One common cause of falls are ramps that are not in good condition. There’s no excuse for the business or organizations to fail to inspect their…
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 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…
Read MoreWhat Happens When My Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Runs Out?
A common question we get at Philbrook Law is “what happens when my PIP runs out?”. There’s not necessarily an easy cut-and-dry answer to this question, but there are some common scenarios. Who pays my medical bills after I’m injured in an accident? What is personal injury protection (PIP)? What does it pay for?…
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