What Are the Most Common Boat Accidents and Injuries?
Washington State is a great place for boating. In addition to the Pacific Ocean, there are numerous rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water that make Washington a great place to live. There’s the Columbia River, the Willamette River, and Vancouver Lake, to name just a few places, and there are numerous marinas throughout the…
Read MoreNursing Home Falls – Accidents and Protocols
Nursing homes take care of seniors. It’s almost a given that a senior will fall if he/she lives long enough. As we age, it becomes easier to lose our balance. Falls can cause death or serious injuries because the bones of older people are more brittle, and it’s harder to recuperate than when you were…
Read MoreWhat Are the Most Common Injuries to Cyclists Who Are Hit by Cars?
When a car strikes a bicycle rider, the consequences are often deadly. The size and weight of a car, even a compact car, is simply no match for a bicycle rider. The rider is usually crushed or thrown from the bicycle onto the hard asphalt or onto another traffic object. Riders who are lucky enough…
Read MoreIs Your Repair Shop Taking Advantage of You After Your Car Crash?
Does this story sound familiar? Bob got into a wreck. When he was trying to find a place to bring his car for repairs, he remembered a radio jingle for a place in Portland, so he brought the car there. The shop basically tore his car apart, and then billed his insurance company for the…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Reversing & Back-Up Truck Accidents
Back-up accidents are quite common in the trucking industry. Many large vehicles such as tractor-trailers, construction vehicles, flatbeds and delivery trucks have difficulty backing up due to their size, control issues, blind spots, inability to steer the vehicle, and other factors. Reversing a truck is also complicated by the fact that a trailer or back-end…
Read MoreBack and Spinal Cord Injuries at Washington Construction Sites
Construction work is dangerous for many reasons. There are a lot of uneven surfaces. Workers can be struck by an object from above or from the side at any time. There are vehicles constantly moving about. Workers are at constant risk of serious injury from the machines and tools they use. Many workers work above…
Read MoreHow Much Car Insurance Do I Really Need?
There are different types of insurance that every owner of a car in Washington State needs to think about. Some insurance coverage is mandatory. Some insurance depends on how much you can afford. Different insurance policies may have different features. As a general rule, you should buy as much liability insurance and UM/UIM insurance that…
Read MoreWhen Is a Business Owner Liable for a Slip and Fall Injury?
Business owners have a duty to ensure that their property is safe for customers, suppliers, and anyone who the business expects to use the property. Business owners need to prioritize protecting people who visit the property from slips and falls. The most common type of accident at a retail store, apartment complex, hotel, or any…
Read MorePossible Drunk-Driving Legislation for 2021
Advanced alcohol detection devices aren’t new. They are commonly called Ignition Interlock Devices (IIDs). Drivers who are convicted of driving while intoxicated in Washington are generally required to install IID devices on their vehicles. The IID device tests the driver before he/she starts the car. The driver is also required to use the IID device…
Read MoreInjuries Cause Anxiety and Depression
Accident victims usually focus on their physical injuries first – their head trauma, broken bones, spinal cord damage, muscle damage, and other injuries. Victims with traumatic brain injuries, for example, often lose the ability to do many simple physical tasks such as drive, dress, read, and other daily functions. TBI victims usually also suffer a…
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