While each wrongful death lawsuit possesses its own unique characteristics, many cases have one common denominator--the individual or entity who caused your loved one's death (the defendant) acted negligently. Those cases involve showing the defendant was negligent and their negligence was a ...

While any type of injury resulting from an accident can be painful and affect day-to-day living, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can have lifelong consequences. From affecting thought and mood to the ability to walk, our brains control every aspect of our life. Any form of head injury can hav...

Car accidents are a sad reality to everyday life in the United States, including here in the Pacific Northwest. More than 100 people lose their lives in fatal car accidents every day. These deaths add up to an astounding number. In 2017 alone, vehicle accidents claimed the lives of over 40,00...

Cycling in the Pacific Northwest is both a popular pastime and a healthy, environmentally-friendly method of travel. However, it can also pose a danger to the cyclist. Riders should always wear protective gear, such as a helmet and protective clothing. That does not always happen, which leads...

Of all of the injuries that one may face after an accident, traumatic brain injuries are particularly devastating. Even a seemingly minor head injury can have a profound impact on someone's life. If you or someone you love has suffered a traumatic brain injury following an accident in Washing...

Dogs are by far the most popular pet in the United States; over sixty million families in the country have dogs. Although dogs are usually a man's best friend, they can be dangerous. If you are one of the nearly 4.5 million people who is attacked by an aggressive dog in the United States each...

Distracted drivers are present on roads all over the country--in fact, distracted driving is one of the primary causes of automobile accidents in the United States. If you were involved in an accident caused by a distracted driver in Washington or Oregon, you may be entitled to recover financ...

A death in the family is a tragic occurrence, no matter the circumstances. When your loved one's death is untimely, however, the grief of your loss can be even worse, especially if you did not get to say goodbye. To compound the tragedy, if your loved one was the sole or even primary provider...

In the past few years, there's been an increase in pedestrian accidents of over 20 percent in both Washington and Oregon. When it comes to being injured in an accident, pedestrians are a particularly vulnerable group who can suffer devastating injuries. If you are the victim of a pedestrian a...

Whether quickly crossing the street to get to your office, walking your dog, or jogging down the sidewalk for exercise, people in the Washington and Oregon end up walking more than they might expect. While walking can be beneficial for your health, it can also be dangerous, especially in the vici...

As a cyclist, the hope is that you can share the road safely and in harmony with cars and their drivers. Sadly, this isn't always the case. Each year, thousands of cyclists are involved in serious accidents which cause injury or death. One of the best ways to stay safe while cycling is to be aw...

Cycling isn't just an enjoyable past-time, it is also a great form of exercise and an environmentally friendly method of transportation. Cycling, inevitably, though, puts people at risk for an accident when it's necessary to share the road with cars. While there are countless scenarios which...

If you have been injured by someones negligent behavior, you dont need to be told how stressful the aftermath of an injury can be. Pain can be unbearable, careers can be compromised due to time missed from work, and medical expenses and bills can become overwhelming due to a lack of income to m...

Losing someone you care about is never easy, particularly when the death was caused by another person's actions. If you are grieving the loss of someone you love, a wrongful death action may be a possibility. Successful wrongful death actions can provide monetary compensation to offset the fi...

We depend on countless products to make our lives easier each day, from necessities like automobiles and refrigerators to creature comforts like hairdryers and cell phones. Each product we use serves a purpose to help us in our daily lives, but sometimes those products dont work as we would hope...

If you have been injured in an accident that was someone else's fault, whether it be due to a car accident, construction accident, defective product, or another form of accident, you may be considering a personal injury claim to recover compensation for your injuries. If this is your first ex...

Oftentimes, it doesnt take something as dramatic as a car accident to become seriously injured. Many causes exist for potential accidents, from an uneven sidewalk in the community park to a puddle of water at the grocery store. If you have been injured in a slip-and-fall accident in Washington o...