Washington is a pure comparative fault state. Under RCW 4.22.005, any contributory fault of the claimant reduces the amount awarded to them by their share of the total fault for the accident. For example, if a plaintiff’s total damages are $100,000 and the plaintiff is 25% at fault, the award to the plaintiff is reduced … Read more

Medical negligence is a significant problem in the United States. According to research performed by John Hopkins Hospital in 2016, medical errors result in an estimated 250,000 deaths each year. This estimate makes medical malpractice the third leading cause of death in the United States behind heart disease and cancer. Types of Medical Malpractice Claims … Read more

Every accident does not result in a personal injury claim. To support a personal injury claim there must be a legal basis to hold some individual, company or agency responsible for the accident. This legal responsibility generally arises in one of three ways: negligence, intentional acts or strict liability. Most personal injury claims are based … Read more