Seattle Bus Accident Claims: Your Rights as a Passenger
Bus accident claims in Washington are more complex than standard car accident claims, particularly when a public transit agency is involved. As an injured passenger, you may seek recovery from those responsible, but pursuing a public agency requires a formal claim before you can sue.
A routine bus...
Washington Supreme Court: Ambulance Companies Are Not Immune from Liability for Negligent Driving
When we call an ambulance, we are trusting emergency medical professionals at a moment when we may be at our most vulnerable. Washington law gives EMTs important legal protections when they are making medical decisions and providing emergency care. But do those protections also apply to negligent driving?
The...
A Big Win for Patient Confidentiality and Medical Malpractice Plaintiffs
Imagine something goes wrong during your surgery. Imagine suing the hospital that injured you. Now imagine learning that, for years, the hospital's lawyers and risk managers were quietly talking with your own doctors about your case, more than 400 times, without telling you. That is what happened to Michael Snyder. On October...
Who’s Liable in a Seattle Bicycle Accident?
Liability for a Seattle bicycle crash usually lands on the driver who broke...
Government liability for unsafe roads – pavement edge drop offs
Pavement edge drop offs are a well-recognized hazard for motorists. In addition to causing drivers to lose control and crash in single-vehicle crashes, drivers who encounter pavement edge drop offs sometimes also cross into the oncoming lane of travel and cause head-on collisions as a result of steering sharply to the left...
The Dangers of Absent Air Traffic Control
The Wall Street Journal recently reported that the FAA two of the air traffic controllers left work early at LaGuardia airport the day last March that Air Canada Flight 8646 crashed into a New York Port Authority fire truck on the runway. The runway crash killed the...
The Hidden Danger of Tabletop Fire Pits
Tabletop fire pits (also referred to as fireplaces, fire bowls, firepots, or flamepots) are often marketed as an easy way to add atmosphere to a patio, dining table, or living space. These products may also be called. Many create an open flame by burning liquid fuels such as rubbing alcohol, ethanol, or...
Child window falls at apartment buildings
The danger of young children falling from upper-story apartment windows has been recognized for decades. The Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that 25 children age 10 and younger die each year as a result of falls from windows. The King County Department of Public Health estimates that nationwide, almost 5,000 children are...
Washington State Insurance Commissioner Adopts Stronger Minimum Insurance Standards
On August 18, 2026, the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner formally adopted changes to Washington State’s insurance regulations, raising and strengthening the minimum standards that insurers must comply with during any claim investigation.
Washington Law Seeks to Protect Insureds From Unfair and Deceptive Insurance PracticesWhat to Expect After a Serious Car Accident in Washington State
A serious car accident can change your life in an instant. In the days and weeks that follow, you can expect ongoing medical treatment, an insurance investigation, and important decisions that may affect your legal rights and financial recovery. Understanding what comes next can help you make informed decisions while you...