Many people in Washington State assume that there is no reason to hire a lawyer after a minor car accident. If no one seems seriously hurt and the vehicle damage looks m
It is easy to overlook small equipment rules when driving in Washington. However, something as simple as a missing front plate can lead to a traffic stop and a citation. More importantly, it can become an issue if you are involved in an
Parking lot accidents happen more often than many people realize. Whether you’re at a grocery store, shopping center, or office complex, crowded parking areas can create the perfect environment for collisions. Drivers are often navigating tight spaces, pedestrians are walking between vehicles, and visibility can be
How to Handle Parking Lot Accidents
Washington's seat belt law requires all vehicle occupants to buckle up, regardless of their seating position. Seat belts have been shown to reduce the risk of injuries and deaths in car accidents. As a primary enforcement state, police can pull you over for a seat belt violat
After a car accident in Washington, you might wonder what type of damages you’re entitled to. Generally, you can receive economic and non-economic damages covering your monetary and non-monetary losses. This blog discusses what both types of damages are available to you. It also addresses how the damages available to you are affected if you con
Motor vehicle owners in Washington State are required by law to have an auto insurance policy. Washington is an at-fault state, meaning that the party responsible for an accident will pay damages to the victim through the responsible party’s auto insurance policy. However, there is optional insurance that car owners can buy called Personal Injur
According to a 2023 study published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), traffic crashes across the U.S. cost a total of $340 billion. Much of this was spent on the medical bills of those injured in
Every motorist driving on Washington roads is required to have adequate auto insurance. Unfortunately, though, this is a law that a lot of people break. According to an analysis by Bankrate, over 21% of Washington’s road users are un
After a car accident, you may be confused about whether you need a lawyer. For instance, you may wonder whether you need to hire an attorney for an accident you aren’t responsible for. You may also be confused about when to hire a lawyer. Do you hire a lawyer before you go to the hospital for treatment? Or do you only need to hire a
When an uninsured driver hits your car and causes injuries, you still may be able to receive damages. However, the process by which you will seek damages will be a bit different than when an insured driver causes an accident. You will need to rely on the uninsured motorist coverage on your own insurance policy – if you have it – to receive comp
What to Do if You’re Hit by an Uninsured Driver?
