Recent Blog Posts
WHAT IS A DEMAND LETTER?
One of the things I enjoy about the practice of law is meeting and working with new people with varied experiences and backgrounds and learning about who they are, what they do, and the way they live. Drawing from my journalism background (I obtained a journalism major in my undergraduate education and held multiple… Read More »
THE DRIVER THAT HIT ME WAS UNINSURED. AM I OUT OF LUCK?
Insurance can simultaneously feel like the most expensive thing you hope you never need, and the cheapest thing you ever bought. Even though there are laws in Oregon and Washington requiring drivers to have auto insurance, it is a sad reality that there are still many drivers on the road driving uninsured. At the… Read More »
ON-THE-JOB PERSONAL INJURY CASES FAQ
I got hurt while working, can you help me? Perhaps. It depends on what part of your case is at issue. On-the-job injuries and deaths can arise because of the negligence of the worker themselves, or due to the negligence of another. If the injury or death occurs as a result of the negligence… Read More »
WHAT IS DISCOVERY?
“Discovery” is just a fancy legal term that means “documents and information shared with the other side.” The law sometimes has a way of using a single ten-dollar word when stringing together a few one-dollar words would provide more clarity and meaning. Such is the case with the word “discovery.” I frequently tell my… Read More »
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO PROVE IN A WRONGFUL DEATH CIVIL CASE?
While each wrongful death lawsuit possesses its own unique characteristics, many cases have one common denominator–the individual or entity who caused your loved one’s death (the defendant) acted negligently. Those cases involve showing the defendant was negligent and their negligence was a cause of the victim’s death. NEGLIGENCE In many cases, a civil wrongful death action… Read More »
HOW DOES A TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY AFFECT A PERSON’S LIFE?
While any type of injury resulting from an accident can be painful and affect day-to-day living, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can have lifelong consequences. From affecting thought and mood to the ability to walk, our brains control every aspect of our life. Any form of head injury can have a significant impact on a person’s quality… Read More »
IS ZERO ROAD DEATHS A FUTURE POSSIBILITY?
Car accidents are a sad reality to everyday life in the United States, including here in the Pacific Northwest. More than 100 people lose their lives in fatal car accidents every day. These deaths add up to an astounding number. In 2017 alone, vehicle accidents claimed the lives of over 40,000 individuals in the U.S., and over… Read More »
RIDING A BIKE WITHOUT PROTECTIVE GEAR: WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR INJURIES?
Cycling in the Pacific Northwest is both a popular pastime and a healthy, environmentally-friendly method of travel. However, it can also pose a danger to the cyclist. Riders should always wear protective gear, such as a helmet and protective clothing. That does not always happen, which leads to questions about what to do when… Read More »
THE DIFFERENT DEGREES OF TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES
Of all of the injuries that one may face after an accident, traumatic brain injuries are particularly devastating. Even a seemingly minor head injury can have a profound impact on someone’s life. If you or someone you love has suffered a traumatic brain injury following an accident in Washington or Oregon, the team of attorneys at… Read More »
WHEN YOUR DOG IS IN ANOTHER PERSON’S CARE AND BITES SOMEONE, WHO IS RESPONSIBLE?
Dogs are by far the most popular pet in the United States; over sixty million families in the country have dogs. Although dogs are usually a man’s best friend, they can be dangerous. If you are one of the nearly 4.5 million people who is attacked by an aggressive dog in the United States each year,… Read More »
