Every year, children are seriously injured, permanently maimed and even killed due to violent dog attacks. Statistics show that pediatric patients represent the highest number of emergency room visits due to dog-bite injuries annually. Children can suffer detrimental physical and emotional consequences from these traumatic attacks. Preventing a dog bite injury is always better…
Spending time at a public pool in Washington should not put you or your child at risk of serious injuries due to a slip and fall accident. The authorities in charge of public pool use, maintenance and control have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of their visitors. If you were injured in…
Motorcyclists in the state of Washington may wonder about their right to lane-split, or ride on the line between two lanes of traffic rather than within a single lane. While states such as California have recently legalized lane-splitting, this practice remains illegal in Washington. If you get into a motorcycle accident in Vancouver involving…
Car accidents are chaotic and often traumatic experiences for those involved. It is common for victims to experience spikes in adrenaline that can hide or mask the symptoms of an injury. It may take hours, days or even weeks for a victim to realize that he or she was injured in a crash. There…
Motorcycle accidents in the Pacific Northwest send thousands of victims to the hospital with serious injuries each year. As a motorcyclist, you should always be on the lookout for potential crash risks and prepared to take evasive action to avoid dangerous situations. Recognizing the most common types of motorcycle accidents and how to avoid…
Passengers in a vehicle at the time of a car accident could suffer significant injuries. These crash victims may face expensive medical bills, lost wages and earnings, or permanent disability due to the negligence of their drivers. Fortunately, in Washington, state law permits injured passengers to file claims against drivers to pursue financial compensation…
The spinal cord is vulnerable to many different types of injuries. In a traumatic accident, such as a car crash, something could strike or impact the spine and damage its nerves, discs or vertebrae. The most common causes of spinal cord injuries are often preventable. If you or your loved one suffers a spinal…
A hit-and-run accident is a car crash where one of the involved drivers breaks the law by fleeing the scene without stopping, rendering aid or reporting it to the authorities. A hit-and-run accident can have devastating consequences, as a victim may not receive the prompt medical care that he or she needs. If you…
Pedestrians are the most at-risk road users in Washington. If a pedestrian gets hit by a car, he or she could suffer catastrophic injuries. In 2022, there were 1,892 pedestrian accidents reported in the State of Washington – 131 of which were fatal. Staying safe as a pedestrian requires constant vigilance. If you get…
Dog bite injuries can result in hundreds or thousands of dollars in medical costs, especially if they result in complications such as infections or diseases. If you are a victim of a dog attack in Washington, you may wonder about your options for recovering financial compensation for your medical bills and other losses. In…