What are the Symptoms of a Traumatic Brain Injury?
September 8, 2023 | Personal Injury
Traumatic brain injuries can result in long-term physical and cognitive deficits for victims, but they can be hard to notice right after an incident occurs. It is imperative for anyone who sustains a blow or bump to the head or body to seek immediate medical care, even if they do not feel any signs or… read more
Why Are Spinal Cord Injuries Serious?
August 18, 2023 | Personal Injury
Spinal cord injuries are one of the most severe injuries an individual can sustain. These types of injuries often result in significant loss of motor function from the site of the injury downward, including partial or complete paralysis. Here, we want to discuss spinal cord injury severity along with the actual costs victims and their… read more
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Washington
July 7, 2023 | Motorcycle accident,Personal Injury
When we examine the public portal that displays the total number of crashes that occur in Washington, we can see that there were nearly 2,000 total motorcycle collisions during the most recent reporting year. This information provided by the Washington State Department of Transportation indicates that 125 of these collisions were fatal, and more than… read more
Can You Get Whiplash Even When You Wear a Seatbelt?
June 23, 2023 | Car Accidents,Personal Injury
Whiplash is an injury associated with the neck caused by a forceful rapid back and forth or side-to-side movement of the upper body and neck, similar to the cracking of a whip (hence the name ‘whiplash’). Information available from the Mayo Clinic indicates that these injuries are often caused by rear-end accidents, but they can… read more
What Is Truck Plantooning?
June 9, 2023 | Car Accidents,Personal Injury
The world of trucking has been changing at a rapid pace, particularly when it comes to how these large vehicles get from place to place. One method you may not have heard of is called “truck platooning.” Here, we want to describe truck platooning while also examining some of the dangers associated with this practice…. read more
Washington Motorized Scooter Helmet Laws
May 24, 2023 | Accidents,Personal Injury
Scooters have become more popular and widely used throughout the state. Perhaps you have seen various companies rent out electric scooters around the state of Washington, including Lime and Bird. However, these electric scooters have become significant hazards, particularly when scooter riders collide with other people, vehicles, or fixed objects. Here, we want to discuss… read more
Medical Conditions That Result From Pituitary Gland Damage
May 10, 2023 | Accidents,Personal Injury
The pituitary gland is a little endocrine gland located near the base of our brains. This gland is responsible for releasing several important hormones and also controls the function of various other endocrine system glands. There are various types of conditions that can affect the pituitary gland. Here, please review some of these conditions. How… read more
[Study] Causes of Teen Car Accidents
May 4, 2023 | Car Accidents,Personal Injury
Teenagers receiving their driver’s permit or driver’s license is a significant milestone in their lives. It is a rite of passage that provides them with a newfound independence and freedom. Along with the excitement of driving comes serious responsibility to keep teenage drivers and other drivers on the road safe. Before parents and guardians hand… read more
Washington Car Seat Laws
November 10, 2022 | Car Accidents,Personal Injury
Parents and guardians must ensure that their children are safe when they are riding in a vehicle. Every state has enacted specific car seat laws related to child safety. Here, we want to review what Washington says about car seats and booster seats as well as penalties for violating these laws. Incorrectly using car seats… read more
Do You Need a License to Operate a Motorized Scooter?
September 23, 2022 | Personal Injury
Mopeds and motorized scooters are all over the place throughout the state of Washington, particularly in and around larger cities. Even though these two types of vehicles are not the same thing, even though most people think they are. However, the state of Washington has different requirements for licensing when it comes to operating mopeds… read more