Buses crisscross Seattle's streets every day. Along the way, some will get in bus accidents. When they do, who is responsible: the bus driver, the bus company or both? Under the law, employers are responsible for their employees. This rule applies even if the employer...
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Month: June 2016
Hidden Injuries from Motor Vehicle Accidents
By guest blogger Joseph Hunton, CHP/LMP: Even though seat belts hold us in place in auto accidents the consequences of being thrown side to side, back to front and up and down can result in injuries that are not apparent or easily recognizable. We are restrained from...
Motorcycle accident basics
With summer in full swing, Washington's roads are full of motorcycles. Now is a good time to brush up on some frequently asked questions about motorcycle accidents. Who is at fault when a car turns left into a motorcycle? This scenario happens all too frequently. When...
What to do right after a car accident
For most Washington residents, getting in a car accident is a rare occurrence. And because of that, it can be hard to know what to do when the rare becomes reality. There are several steps to keep in mind First, stay at the scene. Leaving early is never a good idea,...
Trends for fatal auto-pedestrian accidents in Washington State
Even if it is only for a short duration, most residents in Seattle are pedestrians at some point during the day. This includes motorists who become pedestrians momentarily while they travel to and from their parked vehicles. While traveling by foot is a healthy and...
Protecting the rights of motorcycle accident victims
For an inattentive driver, it is easy to overlook a motorcyclist; however, this is a dangerous situation for motorcyclists and motorists on roadways in Seattle and elsewhere. A negligent driver who fails to check their surroundings before changing lanes, slowing down...
How can motorists increase motorcycle safety?
Now that spring is in full swing and summer is just around the corner, motorcyclists have become a constant presence on the roadways in Seattle and elsewhere in the nation. While driving or riding on a motorcycle is a great way to enjoy nice weather, the unfortunate...