Personal Injury
Claims Involving Emergency Room Delays Due to Overcrowded Hospitals
Emergency rooms are supposed to provide prompt medical treatment to those in need of immediate care. When overcrowding leads to unreasonable emergency room delays, it can cause injuries and medical conditions to worsen. Those seeking help may end up suffering additional harm or life-threatening situations that could have been prevented. A medical malpractice lawyer in…
Read MoreHow Washington’s Broad Public Records Laws Impact Access to Evidence
Washington’s Public Records Act offers a powerful advantage to injured victims seeking justice. The Public Records Act is known for its broad disclosure requirements, giving individuals the right to request records from police departments, transportation agencies, municipalities, and other public agencies. This makes it easier for injury victims to prove fault in an injury claim…
Read MoreHow Comparative Negligence Impacts Settlement Negotiations in WA
The state of Washington follows a pure comparative negligence system. This allows injured parties to seek compensation even if they were partially or even primarily at fault for an accident. The amount of compensation is reduced based on the percentage of fault assigned. Understanding how comparative negligence impacts settlement negotiations in Washington can make it easier…
Read MoreWhat Is a CR 35 Medical Exam in a Washington Injury Case?
In a Washington injury case, you may be ordered to undergo a CR 35 exam at the request of the opposing party. The results of this exam can significantly affect your claim and, in some cases, make it more difficult to recover damages. Understanding how a CR 35 medical exam may impact your case, and…
Read MoreWhat Is Subrogation, and How Does It Affect Your WA Personal Injury Settlement?
If you were injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. You can use this compensation to pay for your medical bills, as well as any of the other damages you sustained due to this injury. In the event that your insurer has already paid your medical bills, and you receive…
Read MoreLiability for Injuries at Seattle Music Festivals or Sporting Events
When you decide to go to an event – like a music festival or sports game – it’s supposed to be fun. The unfortunate reality is that sometimes people get injured. In some cases, this is because of their own mistakes, but in others, their injuries are because another party was irresponsible or negligent. Understanding…
Read MoreThe Role of a Police Report in Washington Injury Claims
After any kind of accident caused by someone else’s negligence – whether it’s a car crash, a slip on someone’s property, a dog bite, or something else – a police report often holds important information that can help you get the compensation and justice you’re entitled to. Many people don’t realize that the officer’s notations,…
Read MoreHow a Personal Injury Can Trigger Special Education Rights Under IDEA in Washington
In the United States, over 5 million children are treated for injuries in emergency departments each year. These injuries may vary significantly in cause, severity and prognosis, but one thing is certain: When children experience serious injuries, whole families tend to be impacted. While many children fully recover from their injuries, some experience life-altering side…
Read MoreDealing with Chronic Pain After an Injury
One day, life is normal. The next, you’re in pain that won’t go away. Maybe it started with a car accident, a fall, or some other injury that should have healed by now – but didn’t. Instead, you wake up every day hurting, and no matter what treatments you try, nothing seems to bring relief.…
Read MoreYour Rights If You Suffer a Concussion Due to Negligence
Many different types of accidents can cause concussions. Some common causes include car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip-and-fall accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle collisions, and assaults. Other causes include sports and recreational accidents and pediatric TBIs. Concussions can cause short and long-term physical, emotional, and cognitive harm. At Smith McBroom, we hold drivers, property owners,…
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