Category Archives: Car Accident
Liability Theories in Car Crash Cases
Every year, car crashes seriously injure millions of Americans. The medical bills in these cases, by themselves, average over $40,000 each. This figure does not include other economic losses, such as lost earning capacity, and noneconomic damages, such as pain and suffering. Usually, these incidents aren’t “accidents,” especially if multiple vehicles were involved. These… Read More »
Breaking Down an Alcohol-Related Car Crash
After trending downward for many years, the number of alcohol-related wrecks took a sharp turn the other way after coronavirus pandemic lockdowns. In 2021, the number of these incidents shot up to its highest level since 2007. Since traffic enforcement mostly stopped during 2020, many drivers picked up bad habits, such as driving while… Read More »
Fireball DUI Collision in Seattle
Police have a suspect in custody after a fiery alcohol-related wreck seriously injured four people. All four of the people inside the car were able to get out and were taken to the hospital in stable condition. The driver of that vehicle, however, is in police custody for suspected DUI, an SPD PIO confirmed…. Read More »
Evidence in a Car Crash Case
Proof is the cornerstone of a car crash or other negligence case. The victim/plaintiff must establish liability (legal responsibility for damages) by a preponderance of the evidence (more likely than not). That’s one of the lowest standards of proof in Washington law. But building a basic case isn’t enough. To obtain maximum compensation, the… Read More »
The Five Kinds of Driving Impairment
One of the five kinds of driver impairment causes most of the vehicle collisions in Washington. Speeding, turning illegally, and other kinds of aggressive driving cause most of the rest. Juries often award considerable damages in these cases. Arguably, impaired tortfeasors (negligent drivers) knowingly choose to put other people at risk. As a result,… Read More »
What To Do When the At-Fault Driver Has No Insurance
Although Washington has one of the nation’s most stringent mandatory auto insurance laws, the Evergreen State has one of the highest percentages of uninsured motorists in the country. Frequently, people who think they have nothing to lose, like uninsured drivers, take reckless chances. So, the possibility of an uninsured motorist accident is high. But… Read More »
Electronic Evidence in Car Crash Claims
Tech-savvy King County jurors respond very well to electronic evidence. Moreover, most King County courtrooms have large HDTV screens, and jurors expect to see something on these screens. Furthermore, such evidence is often more legally reliable than eyewitness or other kinds of evidence. Therefore, electronic evidence could be the key to meeting the burden… Read More »
The Five Kinds of Driving Impairment
One or more of the five kinds of impairment listed below causes most of the car crashes in Washington. For many years, nearly everyone used the much more comfortable word “accidents” to describe these incidents. But people accidentally leave the lights on. They don’t accidentally drive while fatigued and cause wrecks. So, increasingly, “car… Read More »
Top 8 Questions to Ask A Car Accident Lawyer During A Consultation
The aftermath of a car accident can be overwhelming as you try to deal with your injuries, insurance companies, and the legal process. Fortunately, you do not have to go through this alone. You can hire a lawyer to advocate for you and help you navigate the complexities of your legal claim. However, the… Read More »
What Happens If You Are In An Accident While Driving Someone Else’s Car?
Being in a car accident can be a nightmare, and it can be even more stressful if the car you were driving belonged to someone else. In such a situation, you might be wondering who will pay for any damages or injuries you suffered. Contact our Seattle car accident lawyers at Emerald Law Group… Read More »