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How Do You Identify a Brain Injury After a Slip and Fall?

Posted in Brain Injury,Personal Injury on April 28, 2022

Slip and fall accidents can happen at any time, in any place. Hazards like spilled liquids, improperly stored equipment, uneven surfaces, and more can lead to serious accidents and severe injuries, including traumatic brain injury (TBI). If you are injured in a slip and fall accident, it can be difficult to know whether you have

Will I Need to Get My Deposition Taken in a Slip and Fall Case?

Posted in Pedestrian Safety,Personal Injury on April 25, 2022

Slip and fall accidents can be serious incidents. It’s common for victims to experience painful injuries as well as financial hardship due to medical bills and lost wages. If you are injured in a slip and fall accident, you could recover compensation for these losses by filing a personal injury lawsuit. There are many stages

Timeline for a Slip and Fall Lawsuit

Posted in Pedestrian Safety,Personal Injury on April 22, 2022

Slip and fall accidents can lead to serious injuries. If you are injured in one of these accidents and believe that a property owner’s negligence is to blame, you could pursue compensation by filing a lawsuit.  While many cases settle before reaching the courtroom, some slip-and-fall lawsuits can take up to a year or longer

What Is the Statute of Limitations in a Slip and Fall Case?

Posted in Personal Injury,Wrongful Death on April 19, 2022

Victims of slip and fall accidents have the right to pursue compensation by filing a personal injury lawsuit. If you believe that you qualify for this litigation, it is important to act quickly. Washington law sets a deadline, known as the statute of limitations, for filing slip and fall accident claims. If you do not

Tips for Settling a Slip and Fall Claim

Posted in Personal Injury,Safety Tips on April 13, 2022

When you are pursuing a slip and fall lawsuit, your goal is to secure the settlement that you need to recover. Reaching an adequate settlement in a slip and fall case can be a challenge, but simple with the support of an attorney. Here are a few critical tips for settling a slip and fall

What Happens If You Slip and Fall on Government Property?

Posted in Pedestrian Safety,Personal Injury on April 10, 2022

If you slip and fall at someone’s home or business, you may be eligible for financial compensation. In cases where someone’s negligence caused the accident, you have the right to pursue an insurance claim or lawsuit against the liable party. When you slip and fall on government property, however, your case becomes more complex. Claims

How to Find Out If Someone Has Car Insurance

Posted in Car Accidents,Safety Tips on April 7, 2022

Whether you are involved in a severe multi-vehicle collision or a minor rear-end accident, you should always exchange insurance information after a car crash. Asking someone for his or her car insurance information can be challenging, especially if the driver does not carry the required coverage. Here are a few tips to help you find

Medical Malpractice in Nursing and Veteran Homes & Hospitals

Posted in Medical Malpractice on April 4, 2022

Healthcare providers have a duty to provide a certain standard of care to patients who seek their help. Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor, nurse, or other medical professional breaches this duty and harms a patient.  Medical negligence can occur in any type of facility, including nursing homes and veteran homes, and hospitals. If you

Chronic Pain Conditions After a Car Accident

Posted in Car Accidents on March 29, 2022

Debilitating, chronic pain is common after a car accident. Motor vehicle collisions can lead to serious physical injuries, some of which are less visible than others. Whiplash, sprains, nervous system damage, and many other injuries can result in ongoing chronic pain. If you develop chronic pain syndrome or another chronic pain condition following a car

How Does the Collateral Source Rule Work in Washington?

Posted in Personal Injury on March 28, 2022

An unexpected injury can disrupt your life in several ways. You will need to pay for medical care, miss work to recover and attend treatments, and replace any property damaged in the accident. This can lead to significant financial, physical, and emotional hardships. In Washington state, you may be entitled to financial compensation if someone