The Boy Scouts of America bankruptcy reorganization plan, filed on Monday, March 1st details how the organization will settle tens of thousands of sex-abuse claims. While it’s unclear exactly how much Boy Scouts of America will pay, the proposed trust is estimated to...
The frequent updates in the news about sex abuse in gymnastics have brought attention to the fact that coaches and other adults involved in sports are in prime positions to abuse their roles and harm children. According to CoachingBest, there are over 10 million U.S....
You trust your doctor to keep you in good health so that you can enjoy your life in Washington, but you suspect she did not check all the boxes after your last health scare. Were you a victim of a medical misdiagnosis? Healthgrades offers common signs of patient...
Many Washington area motorists are aware of how car accidents can lead to serious physical injuries and brain trauma. However, they might not realize how collisions might impact their mental health and cause adjustment disorder. Not to be confused with PTD...
On Feb. 5, 2021, the Legal Foundation of Washington held its flagship event, the Goldmark Luncheon, the largest civil legal aid fundraiser in the state. Partner Thomas Vertetis served as emcee of the event’s VIP reception, which raised more than $400,000 to meet the...
A congressional investigation released February 4, 2021, found that baby food manufacturing companies knowingly sold baby food that contained high levels of toxic heavy metals, including inorganic arsenic, lead, cadmium and mercury. Both the FDA and the World Health...
Wrongful death lawsuits come about after a person causes the death of another person through his or her negligence. For example, if someone causes a car accident in which another person dies, then this might be the basis for a wrongful death case. According to the...
CVA partner Darrell Cochran provided testimony at the House Civil Rights & Judiciary Committee Public Hearing on February 2, 2021 in support of House Bill 1341 that seeks to abolish the professional rescue doctrine.
You suffered a brain injury recently, and you want to get your financial affairs in order while recovering. Have you drawn up the necessary legal documents to help with financial planning? The Brain Injury Association of America breaks down common legal documents...
The Washington Supreme Court held in a 9-0 decision Washington school districts may be subject to strict liability for discrimination by their employees under the Washington Law Against Discrimination.
