Court Rules Boeing May Be Subject to Punitive Damages Over Alaska Flight 1282 Incident
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 9, 2026
Seattle, Washington.
Today Boeing lost its second attempt to dismiss the claim for punitive damages brought by the 47-member Anderson Plaintiff group for damages arising out of the Alaska Flight 1282 door blowout event of January 5,...
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...
Parents File Lawsuit Against Amazon for Dangerous Laser Pointer
For Immediate Release
An Idaho family has retained Stritmatter Law to file a lawsuit against Amazon and the manufacturers of a dangerous laser pointer sold on the site. The Lennoos brand laser pointer was listed on Amazon.com as a Class I laser with power output less than .39mW, meaning...
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...
Former WSAJ President Elizabeth Hanley Joins Stritmatter Law as Equity Partner
Elizabeth Hanley has joined the nationally renowned plaintiff firm Stritmatter Law as an equity partner effective September 1, 2026.
Elizabeth is a past President of the Washington Association for Justice and the President Elect of the American Association for Justice Council of Presidents. Recently she was appointed by...
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...