What 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…
Read MoreIt’s Not the Smartest Idea to Have Your Mom Film You Violating the Law
Tesla promotes is Autopilot Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) as being safe for drivers. The system is designed to help drivers keep control of their vehicles and respond to emergencies. The ADAS system can take complete control of a vehicle – but it’s not supposed to do that. Drivers are supposed to still have their…
Read MoreCar Accidents in Rain and Snow
Washington gets a lot of snow and rain each year. The snow lasts from November through March. The elevations make the state a beautiful attraction. There are hazards, though, when driving in inclement weather. Pouring rain and heavy snow reduce visibility. The moisture on the road can make getting traction at higher speeds almost impossible.…
Read MoreWashington State Is Reviewing Granting Released Prisoners the Automatic Right to Vote
Defendants who are convicted of crimes in Washington may be imprisoned and required to pay large fines. Even when they are released from prison, their criminal record may haunt them. It may be hard to own a gun, to find employment, and to rent an apartment. In Washington, felons also lose the right to vote…
Read MoreChain of Custody in Drug Cases
The police and prosecutors must account for the evidence they seize from you, or that is used against you. In drug cases, the accounting must take place from the moment any drugs are seized, and from the moment there are any chemical evaluations of the drugs. It’s only through an accounting of who handled the…
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