What Kinds of Damages Apply to a Personal Injury Case?
By Harlan Law |
When you have sustained an injury in an accident caused by a negligent party, you have the right to seek financial compensation. The legal term for the financial compensation payments in injury cases is “damages.” Most injury victims are unaware of the value of their case. It is crucial to find an experienced attorney who…
Questions to Ask During a Free Consultation with an Injury Lawyer
By Harlan Law |
When you have been hurt because of another person’s negligent behavior, it can be overwhelming. Most injury victims face mounting financial costs, in addition to the challenges of physical recovery. Fortunately, victims have the legal right to seek financial compensation from liable parties. But choosing the right personal injury attorney for your individual needs can…
What Kinds of Compensation Apply to a Wrongful Death Case?
By Harlan Law |
When a loved one passes away, families face enormous difficulties. The most obvious challenge is the emotional grief from losing someone they care about. When a death was caused by someone else’s negligence, the surviving family members have the right to seek financial compensation. In the state of Washington, wrongful death cases can be brought…
Creating Safer Streets in Portland: Vision Zero
By paulandre |
Portland is known for its vibrant culture, thriving communities, and scenic beauty. Yet, beneath the city’s charm lies a pressing issue—traffic safety. According to Portland’s Vision Zero initiative, a small network of streets, identified as the High Crash Network, is responsible for a disproportionate number of fatal and serious injury crashes. These streets make up…
Trucking Accidents: 3 Elements that Can Affect Your Case
By Harlan Law |
Trucking accidents can have devastating results. Every truck accident is unique, however, and many factors can influence the outcome of your case. Here are three of the most common elements that can affect your trucking accident case and compensation. Your Injuries The biggest factor that will affect your case is your injury. Your injury compensation…
3 Steps to Take After a Motorcycle Accident
By Harlan Law |
A motorcycle accident is traumatic. You could get ejected off of your motorcycle, trapped under your bike, or even knocked unconscious. But what you do after a motorcycle accident could determine whether you can recover compensation for your injuries. Here are three steps to take after a motorcycle accident. Stop and Call the Police If…
5 Things to Do After an Injury from a Boating Accident
By Harlan Law |
A boating accident is not like a car accident. Both Washington and Oregon require drivers to carry auto insurance. But neither state requires boaters to carry liability insurance for accidents they cause. As a result, boating accidents often lead to lawsuits, whether they involve a collision between boats or a collision between a boat and…
What Happens If Another Driver Does a Hit-and-Run?
By Harlan Law |
Any type of car accident can be stressful, especially when they cause significant injuries. When the driver who caused the crash flees the scene, the victims face even more challenging situations. A hit-and-run accident is a terrible and callous act, and in some cases, it is one in which the driver will never face the…
5 Dangers of Distracted Driving
By Harlan Law |
Distracted driving is any type of activity that prevents your full attention from being on the road. Most of the time, distracted driving comes down to looking at your smartphone. However, it can also mean spending too much time changing the radio station or even talking to a passenger. There are many dangers of distracted…
What is a Wrongful Death Claim?
By Harlan Law |
What is a Wrongful Death Claim? Personal injury claims can be made when a person suffers injuries that were caused by someone else. A wrongful death claim occurs when a person dies because of the injuries that they’ve suffered due to another party’s negligence. There are technical differences between injury claims and wrongful death claims,…
Important Questions You Should Ask When Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney
By Harlan Law |
Most people will go through life without hiring a lawyer. But after suffering a personal injury, an attorney can help you get fair compensation from the person or business responsible for your injuries and their insurer. Before you entrust a lawyer with your injury claim, you will talk to several lawyers. These consultations allow you…
Most Common Injuries from Motorcycle Accidents
By Harlan Law |
Safety equipment works wonders when it comes to saving lives and reducing the severity of the injuries received from motorcycle accidents. However, there are still countless motorcycle accidents every day that result in injuries. Today, we’re going to go over the most common types of injuries that motorcycle riders receive from accidents. Leg Injuries It’s…