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When Seattle personal injury lawyers work on a case, investigating negligence, identifying whether parties are sources of compensation and gathering proof that negligence occurred is vital for obtaining a favorable outcome. So the question arises, what is negligence and how does negligence law work in Washington? Negligence refers to the failure to exercise a duty… Read More »
The medical field has different classifications for head injuries. Depending on whether someone else was at fault for causing the injury, Seattle head injury attorneys may be able to help you recover compensation for damages. When dealing with a head injury, physicians use a variety of medical terms, such as traumatic brain injury (TBI), acquired… Read More »
Severe spinal cord injuries (SCI) can cause partial or complete paralysis and result in a lifetime of medical care. If you or a loved one suffers a serious spinal cord injury, Seattle spinal cord injury lawyers can work to maximize your financial recovery so the compensation is adequate to cover your needs. SCI medical care… Read More »
Washington State is lucky to have many gorgeous rivers, streams, lakes and a breathtaking coastline. We also have many households with built in pools. With so many opportunities for swimming and other water activities, there is also a need to understand the risks that water poses to children. The fifth leading cause of death in… Read More »
Despite spending over 35 million dollars since 2007 on bike paths and other cyclist safety projects, a report by the Seattle Times shows that a bicycle accident is reported every day in the city. With the city slated to spend another $5 million in the coming years to improve Seattle’s cycling system, the main question… Read More »
Trials are a risky, lengthy and very expensive process. Despite what is shown on TV, trials are not dramatic scenes of vindication. They are generally a last resort for both the plaintiff and the defendant. If your case goes to trial, it’s good to know what to expect. Here is a step-by-step guide, adapted from… Read More »
Despite the efforts to prevent accidents, crashes with Canadian drivers are still an all too common occurrence in Washington State. To make matters worse, dealing with Canadian insurance companies can be confusing and overwhelming. Many Canadians carry insurance that will cover their injury regardless of who caused the accident, which adds complications to calculating settlements…. Read More »
Motorcycles are often hard to see While most of us never have to deal with freak accidents like, the fact is that motorcycles are often harder for other drivers to see simply because they are so small. This is especially true at night, however even during the day, as a motorcyclist, you can end up… Read More »
With an estimated 6 million motor vehicle collisions in the nation each year, there is a surprising trend. The majority of these car accidents tend to fall into the following three types of crashes. T-bone (aka side collision) T-bone or side collisions are sadly quite common in Washington State. These kinds of accidents happen most… Read More »
A Vietnamese tourist was struck and killed by a Washington State trooper’s patrol car in August 2012. The coroner ruled the death an “accident” that occurred when Hong Dinh Nguyen, 26, tried to cross the exit ramp on Interstate 5. Mr. Nguyen’s death was an unfortunate accident, but the fact remains that people come to… Read More »
The Law Offices of Dean Standish Perkins & Associates, are located in Seattle, Washington and serve clients in and around Vashon, Auburn, North Bend, Snoqualmie, Maple Valley, Fall City, Preston, Issaquah, Renton, Black Diamond, Ravensdale, Enumclaw, King County and Snohomish County.
