Car Accident
The Rising Costs of Auto Insurance in Oregon and Washington Make Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage More Important Than Ever
Washington State and the rest of the country have recently seen car insurance costs spike. While annual rate hikes are the norm, the new numbers suggest unprecedented jumps in costs for drivers. Sadly, those increased costs could lead to more drivers getting behind the wheel without coverage or with minimal coverage. As a result, drivers…
Read MoreCommon Myths About Personal Injury Claims
If you decide to file a personal injury claim after an accident, there is a strong possibility that you have mentioned filing a claim to friends and family members. In doing so, you might have been met with various myths about the legal process. People hold certain misconceptions about personal injury claims. When you hear…
Read MoreThe Importance of Gathering Evidence After an Accident
Accidents are traumatic events, and it’s normal to feel overwhelmed in the aftermath. However, it’s important to keep calm, take the appropriate steps to hold the at-fault party accountable and seek compensation for your damages. One of the most important steps is gathering evidence. By doing this, you can build a claim against the at-fault…
Read MoreCan Cell Phone Data Be Used as Evidence?
Cell phone data can be crucial if you are ever injured in an accident, and it may come as no surprise to learn that cell phone data can be very helpful in personal injury cases. How is cell phone data used after an accident or injury in Vancouver, WA? Cell phone data can be used…
Read MoreWhat is the Most Dangerous Car on the Road?
Vehicle manufacturers continue adding safety features to all makes and models of cars. Driving today should, arguably, be safer than at any time in the past. However, not all vehicles are created equal when it comes to safety. According to numbers from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), some vehicles are involved in statistically…
Read MoreWhat Happens if Weather Played a Role in Your Car Accident?
Weather conditions can significantly contribute to car accidents by affecting visibility, road traction, and vehicle control. Drivers should exercise extra caution and adopt preventive measures when driving in poor weather to reduce the risk of accidents. Types of weather that increase car accident risks Various weather conditions can impact driving safety and increase the risk…
Read MoreYes, You Can Turn Your Interior Light On (and Other Driving Myths Debunked)
Whether you are a new driver or have been on the road for decades, you have likely heard at least a few driving myths. People often like to give new drivers advice, tell them certain information, or even pass down the wisdom that they learned about driving. While we might tend to automatically believe them,…
Read MoreWhat Medical Records or Documents Do I Need After a Car Accident?
After a car accident, one of the first tasks your attorney will recommend is gathering your medical records or documents. These documents can help prove that you were involved in a crash, suffered injuries, and received medical treatment. However, there are a variety of medical-related records and documents that you may need after a car…
Read MoreHow Does Fault Affect My Accident Claim?
After a car accident, you may feel stressed, frustrated, and shaken up. Your mind may be racing, trying to remember every detail leading up to the event. Even if you think you might be partially at fault, do not say anything. The aftermath of a collision is confusing, and you do not want to say…
Read MoreBack Aches and Pain After a Car Crash? You Could Have Spinal Disk Damage
During a car crash, your body experiences tremendous amounts of force and impact. Sometimes, you may be thrown around, twisted, bent in awkward positions, and struck by hard and sharp objects and debris. The results can be multiple serious injuries. Many people who experience a car crash complain of having aches and pains in their…
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