A husband and wife were riding their motorcycle along a rural highway near the scenic Hood Canal when a sudden and dangerous situation unfolded. The husband was driving, with his wife seated behind him as a passenger, when a large SUV abruptly pulled out from a parking lot directly into their path. Traveling at approximately 45 mph, the husband had no choice but to lay the motorcycle down on its right side to avoid a head-on collision. The SUV fled the scene immediately, leaving no identifying information behind. The severity
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Safe driving isn’t something you turn on and off—it should be second nature every time you get behind the wheel. But in reality, a lot of drivers get comfortable over time and start ignoring the basics. In a city like Seattle where traffic keeps getting worse, even small mistakes can turn into serious accidents. Here are five simple but critical reminders to keep in mind every time you drive. First, never drive impaired. Whether it’s alcohol, fatigue, or anything that affects your focus, you’re putting yourself and everyone around you
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Our client, a Seattle attorney who also works as an arbitrator-mediator, was a restrained driver traveling through a four-way stop intersection when another vehicle entered from his right and struck his vehicle broadside. Because both vehicles entered the intersection at roughly the same time, liability was immediately disputed, as traffic laws generally give the right-of-way to the vehicle on the right. Shortly after the collision, our client began experiencing neck pain. He sought care from his primary physician, who ordered both an MRI and an EMG study. The EMG, which
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Accidents are something no one plans for, but knowing what to do in that moment can make a huge difference. When you’re shaken up and adrenaline is high, it’s easy to forget the basics. Having a simple checklist in your head can protect both your safety and your legal rights. The first thing you should always do is check yourself and others for injuries. If anyone is hurt, call 911 immediately. Even if injuries seem minor, it’s better to have medical professionals evaluate the situation right away. Next, call the
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When you’re walking through Seattle—whether it’s crossing the street, heading to the office, or enjoying a night out—it’s easy to assume you’re safe. But the reality is, pedestrians are always at risk. Even when you follow the rules, accidents can happen in a split second. The good news is that Seattle is considered one of the safer large cities in the U.S. for pedestrians and cyclists, with relatively low fatality rates compared to other major urban areas. Still, that doesn’t mean the risk is gone. In fact, studies have shown
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