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 …
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 …
Throwing Fuel on the Fire: Over-Service Claims in Washington
You probably read about it. A drunk driver killed a motorcycle rider in the University District. The press has focused—understandably—on the drunk driver. But he’s not the only one to …
Distracted Driving – The New Drunk Driving: Who Should Pay the Fiddler?
We’ve posted a lot about drunk driving. Obviously the drunks are responsible. But frequently the people who serve them “one too many” are on the hook too. Should that same …
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 …