“You should feel safe crossing the street.” Well, that’s just a given, isn’t it? It is a logical expectation, and one duly expressed in an authoritative Washington State legal source addressing motor vehicle accidents and injuries. That topical overview focuses with...
Car accidents
How do you determine fault after a car accident?
After your recent motor vehicle accident, you want nothing more than to repair your vehicle, nurse your injuries and get back to your daily life. Before that happens, you must determine which party bears responsibility for the collision. Forbes explores the many ways...
Tips to stay safe while driving in the rain
People will often feel daunted about driving in the snow, but not everyone recognizes the potential hazards of driving in the rain. Nevertheless, heavy rains and slick roads can make for dangerous driving conditions. Whether you have just a few years of driving...
What does a safe motorcycle helmet look like?
Picking out the right motorcycle helmet to use while on the open road can make a serious difference in the event of a crash. In order to choose the best helmet possible, it is important to know exactly what factors make a helmet safe. Meeting official standards...
Protect your motorcycle passenger’s safety
The state of Washington is beautiful, so it is not surprising that many people enjoy going for a pleasant ride. The pleasure exponentially increases when that ride is on the back of a motorcycle. And, of course, the only thing better than riding a motorcycle by...
What are seatbelt injuries?
Most people recognize the importance of seatbelts. Restraints should prevent severe injuries while in a vehicle. The National Center for Biotechnology Information cites an NHTSA study that claims seatbelts reduce fatal injuries by over 40%. In some instances,...
When can you seek legal damages for a Washington state auto accident injury?
According to the Washington State Injury and Violence Prevention Guide, motor vehicle accidents are the most common cause of traumatic injury. Disability after a collision results in lost wages, significant medical expenses and innumerable costs such as loss of life...
The potential costs of your SCI
If you suffer from a motor vehicle accident in Washington, you may expect some pain and medical costs. But what sort of costs accrue from a spinal cord injury? Since medical science has no cure for these life-changing injuries yet, you will need to prepare for the...
Did your crash result in memory loss?
Washington residents like you suffer from many adverse affects after a serious crash. For example, most crash victims suffer from head, neck or back injuries. If you go through head trauma, you might also suffer from a brain injury. Brain injuries can cause chaotic...
May I get a realistic crash settlement from my insurance company?
Insurance carriers may use sophisticated technology to determine the cost of damages after an accident. If you have the ability to call your insurer immediately after a collision, a representative may ask you to take photographs with your mobile device. Uploading...