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If you step off a corner and get hit by a car, your injuries could be severe, and possibly even life-threatening. Drivers are often negligent or in violation of basic traffic laws when they strike pedestrians in parking lots, at intersections, or in crosswalks. Traffic laws that are often violated, resulting in a pedestrian…

Recently, we’ve had the pleasure of helping several clients with very unfortunate dog bite cases. Unlike car crash claims where it’s well known that the other driver’s auto insurance will pay, dog bite cases have their own complexities. Who pays my medical bills? This is one of the first questions that come to mind from our…

These days, exchanging information with a stranger following a car accident is a little different given the state of the world. However, we can still gather all of the necessary information quickly and safely. At Sears Injury Law, we suggest: Meet with a personal injury lawyer Following a meeting with our experienced team, we’ll get to work…

You may have noticed that responses from your insurance company have slowed down over the past several weeks. As has been the case in most industries during the COVID-19 pandemic, insurance companies have had to adjust in new ways. Minimizing Costs on Injury Claims Governments have enforced social distancing measures, meaning that many offices…

As our world struggles with the current COVID-19 Pandemic, we want to reassure our clients that we are continuing to work on moving cases forward and are working remotely during business hours to serve your needs. You are our priority. Likewise, our office continues to help those with new cases — we can be…

Freezing temperatures and falling snow are back, along with the potential for nightly displays of spun out vehicles. How do we avoid being a part of the mayhem!? Assess the Snow Situation to Avoid Car Accidents Before you drive in the snow, assess the type of vehicle you plan to drive relative to where…

Personal Injury Protection coverage, perhaps better known as “PIP”, is a coverage that insurers must offer that pays the medical bills of victims of motor vehicle collisions. What’s important to remember about PIP coverage is that it is one of two coverages the insurer MUST offer on their policy to you. To decline this coverage, you…

The intersection between auto insurance and L&I or workman’s compensation can be confusing if it’s your first time going through it. While we always recommend you take the time to speak to our qualified professional personal injury attorneys at Seattle Injury Law at (800) 928-5486, below are some pointers to help you get off…

Following a car accident you’re entitled to compensation from the Insurance Company — but how do you get it? Insurance companies certainly don’t offer fair settlements out of the goodness of their hearts and without a serious push. However, if you’re set on handing your case without an attorney, here are a few pointers:…

Protect Yourself from the Insurance Company Hiring an attorney is the first thing one should do when injured in a motor vehicle accident. The insurance company and their trained adjusters know that the best time to gather harmful information is right at the start, before the injured person has had the opportunity to get…