Karen Koehler in Trial News – Why Writing Excellent Settlement Letters Will Always Matter
Stritmatter Law senior managing partner Karen Koehler, known to many as The Velvet Hammer™, was recently featured in Trial News, the publication of the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ).
In her article, Karen reflects on how artificial intelligence is reshaping personal injury practice and what...
The Intersection of Mental Health and Police Encounters: A Legal Perspective
When police respond to mental health crises, situations can escalate in moments and leave long-lasting effects. People struggling with mental health conditions may be treated as dangerous instead of as individuals in need of support. Looking at these encounters through a legal lens shows where rights and protections matter most.
Maximizing Recovery for Complex Neurological Injuries in Seattle
Where to Bring Claims Against Amazon for Personal Injuries
Amazon is the largest online retailer in the world and one of the two largest retailers of any kind, competing for that title only with Walmart. Its warehouses store and distribute products all over the country. Injuries from Amazon products therefore occur in every state. Many lawyers assume that cases should be...
If You Asked a Question, You Need an Answer
This article is authored by Darcy Covert, Affiliate Instructor at the University of Washington School of Law and Associate at Stritmatter Law.
Early in my legal career, a supervisor told me something I haven’t forgotten: If you asked a question, you need an answer. In that case, we...
Courtroom Crusade: Fighting Deportation with Pro Bono Advocacy
On December 11, 2024, I hosted a CLE, asking the bar to join the Courtroom Crusade—encouraging lawyers to take on pro bono gigs, get swag for experience, level the playing field, and enjoy that feel-good feeling.
A couple of weeks ago, Jennie Pasquarella, Legal Director of the...
Amazon Product Liability: What You Need to Know About Defective Product Claims
For millions of people, Amazon is the go-to destination for shopping, offering a wide range of products from electronics to toys. But when a product bought on Amazon causes serious harm, the question becomes, who is responsible?
For years, Amazon has...
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...