Truck and Automobile Accidents Motor vehicle accidents happen every day — there were more than 86,000 motor vehicle accidents in Washington State in 2020, resulting in more than 2,000 potentially serious injuries and 500 deaths. Serious injuries can affect a person’s...
Serious Injury
Serious Injury
Serious Injury What is considered a serious injury? A serious injury impairs a person’s ability to engage in daily tasks, including working and caring for themselves. Following a serious injury, a lengthy recovery process is often required, and full recovery may even...
How to Bring a Claim Against the Military If You Are Injured on Active Duty
Filing a claim against the military when you are on active duty is very difficult, but it’s possible under certain circumstances. Here’s everything you need to know about seeking compensation for medical malpractice and the status on seeking claims for sexual assault,...
Car accidents increase the risk of adjustment disorder
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...
Which legal papers should you draft after a severe brain injury?
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...
How can TBIs permanently affect memory?
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...
Children and the risk of fatal bike accidents
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...
How fault works in Washington personal injury cases
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...
What qualifies as a catastrophic personal injury?
The number of injuries in America is on the rise and, according to the National Safety Council, they occur once every second nationwide. While the causes of these accidents tend to vary widely, from car wrecks to slip-and-fall incidents, the aftermath may affect you...
How to identify the signs of brain trauma
Brain injuries affect more people than you might think. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report than an average of 155 people die every day as a result of traumatic brain injuries in the United States. While some people can instantly identify...