The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) gets snowplows out to clear the roads of snow and ice as soon as possible after a snowstorm hits. Crews typically start by clearing the busiest state routes and the most hazardous areas, like hills, ramps,...

The colder months of the year are here, so it’s imperative that residents of Washington prepare for driving on the slick roads. Whether you’re driving through snow, on ice or over a combination of both, you must ensure that you’re ready. You also have to get your...

As we move into the cold winter months, drivers have to understand that they’ll face increased risks on the roads. Even a dusting of snow can make the pavement slick; sheets of ice can make it impossible to stop or turn. Perhaps the most dangerous weather factor for...

Washington has some problems with boating safety. According to the Washington State Parks Boating Program, there were 25 accidents involving recreational boats in just 30 days over part of July and August this year. While the exact number of injuries aren’t tallied,...

How many times have you been driving along when your phone beeped at you? Maybe it’s a message from that Seattle girl you asked on a date? Perhaps it’s a job offer from the interview you had? What if it is your mom and she has fallen in her kitchen and may bleed to...

Personal injury legal protections can help injured car accident victims with the damages they have suffered in a car accident. They are valuable protections that can help injured victims with their physical, financial and emotional damages following a car accident....

As vehicle manufacturers continually look for ways to make their products stand out from the competition, adding new technologies becomes important. Many of today's vehicle technologies focus on improving safety.  According to Consumer Reports, roughly one in three...

You can walk away from a motor vehicle accident without a broken bone, scar or even a bruise. Yet, your mental and emotional health might still be at serious risk. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder can be devastating for victims of motor vehicle accidents. Symptoms may...

Alcohol and illegal drugs are commonly associated with impaired driving. But driving while impaired from prescription and over-the-counter drugs can cause serious or even fatal car accidents. It is also illegal. Some prescription and nonprescription medicines can have...

Brain injuries can be difficult and costly to treat and may require a lifetime of treatment and care. Car accidents are the second-leading cause of traumatic brain injuries which is why it is essential for victims who have suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in a...