When someone is injured by a drunk driver, there may be a claim that the restaurant or bar where the driver was served is liable for the injured person’s damages. These are called “dram shop” claims. In dram shop cases, the injured person’s attorney has to prove that the bar or restaurant negligently furnished and …

We live in a time when everyone is constantly online, checking their cell phones, or posting on social media, even when driving (if you find that hard to believe, search for posts tagged #DrivingSelfie, #SelfieWhileDriving, or #IHopeIDontCrash on Instagram). Despite the temptation of checking your phone on the road, it is a serious and dangerous traffic …

We’ve all seen the signs at construction sites showing the number of days without injury accidents. However, it goes without saying that injury is a fact of life for construction workers. The combined construction trades — including laborers, electricians, roofers, painters, etc. —, logging, and fishing rank as one of the most dangerous occupations, according …

For most of us, dog’s aren’t just “man’s best friend” but members of our family. Unfortunately, not all dogs are loyal companions, and injuries can occur. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, dogs bite 4.75 million people in United States each year. If a dog bites you or a loved one, you may …

We’re lucky to live in an area where many people can spend time on the water, whether swimming or on ferries, motorboats, sailboats, stand-up paddle boards, jet skis or kayaks. Unfortunately, injuries happen, and people on boats can get injured because of someone else’s fault. If you or a loved one is hurt while out on the water, consulting …

A personal injury settlement occurs when the parties involved resolve the dispute without going to trial. In the vast majority of settlements, the injured party receives damages, or a single sum of money to compensate them. As a general rule, these settlements don’t count as an income for IRS tax purposes, although there are some exceptions. …

While Seattle may not suffer from the same onslaught of snow and ice as other areas of the country, winter weather and darker days bring a variety of personal injury risks. By taking extra precautions and being aware of your surroundings, many of these injuries can be avoided. If you are injured due to another …

While no one expects to be hurt, it’s important to remember that a personal injury case begins the moment of the injury. If the event is due to the negligence of another party, you may be eligible for a personal injury claim to cover the cost of medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. …

Doesn’t it seem like we are always in ours car, shuttling our kids from one activity to another? Or is that just our imagination? Our kids are involved in a lot of activities when they are growing up. They go to school. They are in Scouts or clubs. They play organized sports. They go to …

Motorcycle accidents present special challenges for personal injury attorneys representing the rider. Most people think that motorcycles are dangerous, so when a motorcyclist is injured in a collision, that is just to be expected. And it is true that motorcyclists usually suffer more severe injuries in collisions than drivers of cars, pick-ups, or trucks. Motorcycles …