When you are operating a motor vehicle, you are required under law to continuously focus on your driving, as well as the road ahead of you. Failing to pay attention while driving is typically referred to as distracted driving. There are three main types of distracted...
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Avoid doing these 3 things after your car accident
A car accident can lead to a lot of confusion and discombobulation. Yet, the minutes, hours, days, and weeks following your car wreck can shape what any potential litigation will look like. In other words, if you make mistakes in the aftermath of your car crash, then...
Are you ready to counter these truck accident defenses?
In the blink of an eye, an errantly driven semi-truck can devastate your life. Although a personal injury lawsuit might be a powerful way to find accountability for your accident injuries and recover the compensation that you need, the truth of the matter is that...
How to address comparative fault in your personal injury case
In a Washington personal injury lawsuit, your compensatory recovery can be significantly reduced if you’re found to have contributed to the accident, even though you’ve won your case. This is because Washington recognizes contributory fault, which defense attorneys...
Understanding driver negligence
Anyone who operates a motor vehicle in Washington is legally required to abide by all traffic regulations while behind the wheel. However, many people do not take driving as seriously as they should, causing accidents and putting other motorists, passengers, and...
Seattle makes changes aimed at making traffic safer
Auto accidents with injuries and death represent an ongoing problem throughout Washington. While many will point to drivers who are increasingly distracted, reckless or under the influence, there are other factors that need to be considered when deciding how to...
The many different causes of car accidents
Everyone has seen a car accident on Seattle’s busy roads at some point. The effects of a car accident can be severe. Serious injuries, lost wages and mental and emotional anguish are just some of the consequences of a car accident. There are many different causes of...
Could lowering the speed limit make Seattle safer?
Anyone who has driven, walked, or ridden a bicycle or motorcycle in Seattle metro area knows how perilous the streets can be. Cars traveling at high speeds pose a particular hazard when they cause crashes. Many residents and officials have advocated for lowering the...
Data reveal the expected causes of motor vehicle accidents
The circumstances of every car accident—weather conditions, time of day, speeding, intoxication—combined with other factors such as geographic location, type and make of vehicle and sex and age of driver contribute to with whom liability lies and the extent of...
Heavier EVs are becoming more common. Is that a good thing?
Electric vehicles are becoming more popular, and current trends show EV sales could outstrip gas-powered cars within a few years. But another trend is emerging among carmakers – building heavier EVs that present profound safety risks for other motorists, pedestrians,...