If you recently suffered from medical malpractice in Washington or another state, it is essential to act quickly to pursue civil damages. State laws define strict time windows when your claim is valid, and these are not suggestions but hard and fast deadlines. ...
Washington residents like you may suffer from extended effects after getting into a serious crash. Head injuries in particular have a long recovery period. Many victims in your situation suffer from extended impacts of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) for months or...
In an interview with Law360’s Aebra Coe, PCVA managing partner Tom Vertetis discussed the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on civil litigation. Describing changes in the firm’s day-to-day operations, Tom explained that early in the pandemic, shutdowns in the court...
The National Law Journal has recognized PCVA partner Darrell Cochran among its 2020 Litigation Trailblazers. The Trailblazer series spotlights professionals who are agents of change in their respective practice areas. Darrell’s representation of plaintiffs set him...
Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC (PCVA) has added nine associates, Yemi Ajayi, Aida Almasalkhi, Patrick Brown, Sydney Codd, Alexander Dietz, William McClure, Michael McNeil, Lesley O'Neill, and Ben Watson, continuing to expand its Tacoma and Seattle offices. “The key...
Washington workers like you deserve a work environment free from harassment and discrimination. Many workplaces promise to keep workers safe from these occurrences. In reality, many do not live up to the task. You may face sexual harassment while on the job. In some...
Whether you recently lost a child in a bicycle accident or you are worried about your child's safety when they ride their bicycle, there are many issues to consider with regard to traffic accidents. Sadly, children are especially vulnerable on the road for a host of...
Despite how prevalent sexual abuse on college campuses can be, victims are not likely to report it. Sexual abuse can refer to any type of unwanted sexual activity. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services explains that anything from unwanted touching to forced...
An injury can have devastating consequences, from lost wages to long-term disability and resulting medical costs. When an accident results from the negligence of another person or business, the injured person can seek financial restitution in court. Individuals...
Federal law requires every state to designate individuals who must report known or suspected child abuse. The Child Welfare Information Gateway explains that in most states, members of specific professions must report child abuse. Which professions have reporting...
