Over-Service Claims in Washington
You might have read about it. A drunk driver killed a motorcycle rider in a three-car crash in Auburn and was arrested on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter. The press has focused—understandably—on the drunk …
Left Hand Turn Collisions – Violating the Right-of-Way
People driving cars and trucks often fail to notice motorcycles. That’s why half of all accidents involving motorcycles are caused by drivers turning left in front of the motorcyclist. According …
Why the Following Rider Isn’t Always at Fault
Most of the time the following rider is responsible for avoiding a collision with the lead vehicle. But what if the lead driver does something reckless to contribute to the …
Secure Your Load: It’s the Law
We’ve all seen it: a box falling out of the back of a truck causing you to hit the brakes. A mattress tied to the roof of a car so …
Bad Weather Doesn’t Excuse Bad Driving
A lot of accidents happen during the winter months. At least half the time defendants blame the weather. “It was raining so hard I couldn’t see.” “The snow was piling …
Various Defenses and How to Overcome Them
Excuses, Excuses, Excuses When it comes to personal injury cases, especially car accidents, some defenses are more common than others. Luckily, there are ways to overcome them. Here are some …
It Really Doesn’t Matter Whether the Other Driver was Drunk, High or Sexting
We have a client who was hit in a crosswalk. He wants us to get phone records and do hair follicle testing to determine whether the driver gets high. It’s …
Curse of the Eggnog
The holidays are here. Family. Good cheer. Office party hookups. Good times all around. Drunk driving skyrockets in December. A third of all accidents on Christmas Eve are the result …
Cars Crashing into Storefronts – It Happens All the Time, But Shouldn’t
An elderly woman recently drove her sedan into a Bellevue Starbucks. According to the Bellevue Reporter, customers at the Starbucks on Northeast 8th Street were given an extra shot of …
Crossing Against the Light – Who’s to Blame?
Pedestrians aren’t supposed to cross against the light. But drivers aren’t supposed to hit them either. We represented a woman who crossed when the “red hand” was illuminated on the …