Amazon Delivery Truck Accidents in Seattle: What You Need to Know
Amazon trucks and vans are a familiar sight in Seattle, delivering packages to homes and businesses every day. While most deliveries occur without incident, the expansion of Amazon’s delivery network has also led to an increase in accidents involving its vehicles.
When a large company like Amazon is involved,...
Bethel School District Sued for Failing to Supervise Student Sex Offender Who Allegedly Assaulted a 10th Grader in a School Bathroom
Pierce County, WA – A lawsuit has been filed against Bethel School District No. 403 for its failures in monitoring a student with a known history of sexual misconduct, exposing innocent students to the risk of sexual assault on school premises.
The complaint alleges that the court had previously...
Hospital Fall Prevention: What Patients and Families Should Know
Patient falls in hospitals have been recognized as a major patient safety issue for many years.
In 2005, the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations added reducing the risk of patient falls to its list of National Patient Safety Goals.
In 2013, the Agency...
What the Cardi B Trial Teaches Plaintiffs’ Lawyers Not to Do
Has everyone been watching the Cardi B v. Emani Ellis trial? Every day, there’s been an entertaining new viral clip. Cardi B. and Ellis met in 2018 in the hallway of a medical office where Ellis was employed. Cardi B, pregnant at the time, was on her way to see her obstetrician...
Stritmatter Law Resolves Landmark Case with King County Over Dog Mauling of Jogger in 2022
Following a landmark decision from the Court on July 22, 2025, where the Court found the County had a duty to protect the community from dangerous animals living on a squatter property in unincorporated Auburn, King County has agreed to settle a lawsuit brought by a jogger who was mauled by dogs...
Remembering Gerry Spence: Lessons from The Ranch
Gerry Spence — one of America’s most legendary trial lawyers and the founder of the Trial Lawyers College — passed away this week at 96. He defended the accused, won landmark civil cases, and spent his later years teaching young lawyers that...
Mo Hamoudi in Trial News – About a Trial: From the Kittitas Frontier
In a recent feature for Trial News, Stritmatter Law Partner Mo Hamoudi shares attorneys Gemma Zanowski and Lisa Benedetti’s hard-fought victory in a challenging dog attack case. Through relentless litigation, they uncovered Grant County’s failure to enforce its dangerous dog laws, failures that directly led to their client’s...
The Hidden Dangers of Alcohol Fire Pits
Fire pits have become a popular addition to many homes, offering warmth and ambiance for outdoor and indoor gatherings. However, not all fire pits are created equal, and some can pose significant dangers. Recently, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) urged consumers not to use alcohol or other liquid-burning fire...
Amputation Injuries: Understanding Your Legal Options in Seattle
Losing a limb is one of the most traumatic injuries a person can face. The physical recovery alone is extensive, but the emotional and financial impact can last a lifetime. If your amputation injury was caused by someone else’s actions—or inaction—you may be entitled to financial compensation. At Stritmatter Law, we help...
The Importance of Expert Witnesses in Catastrophic Injury Cases
Catastrophic injuries turn lives upside down. They often leave people with long-term medical needs, emotional trauma, and financial stress that doesn’t go away after a few weeks or months. These are not your average injury claims. They require more evidence, a more strategic approach, and additional support to prove.