Posts Tagged ‘accident law’
What Kinds of Compensation Apply to a Wrongful Death Case?
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…
Read MoreTrucking Accidents: 3 Elements that Can Affect Your Case
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…
Read More3 Steps to Take After a Motorcycle Accident
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…
Read More5 Things to Do After an Injury from a Boating Accident
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…
Read MoreWhat Happens If Another Driver Does a Hit-and-Run?
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…
Read More5 Dangers of Distracted Driving
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…
Read MoreWhat is a Wrongful Death Claim?
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,…
Read MoreImportant Questions You Should Ask When Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney
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…
Read MoreMost Common Injuries from Motorcycle Accidents
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…
Read MoreTop Things to Ask Your Doctor After a Car Accident
It’s important to see a doctor as soon as possible when you’re involved in a car accident, even if you don’t feel as though you were seriously injured. Adrenaline can mask your pain for hours after a crash, and what feels like a minor injury can worsen over time. A medical appointment after a car…
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