Drowning is the most frequent, but not the only, cause of injury and death in and around swimming pools. Circulation entrapment, diving accidents, electrocutions, chemical accidents, and slip and fall accidents can also occur. Owners are responsible for preventing these hazards, and when they fail to do so, they may be held liable for their negligence.
Read moreThe Seattle law firm of Wattel & York has years of experience helping victims of spinal cord injuries and their families move on with their lives in the aftermath of catastrophic accidents.
Read moreSeattle public transportation includes streetcars, monorails, buses, taxis, ferries, and other public transportation options.
Read moreThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported 30, 797 fatal motor vehicle crashes in the United States in 2009. Motor vehicle crashes are an inevitable fact of driving on the highways and other road systems. Damages to vehicles involved in crashes can cause a financial hardship if you are not adequately insured.
Read moreThe older population is growing rapidly, a trend that the U.S. Census Bureau predicts will continue until 2030 when the last of the baby boom generation turns 65. The over-65 population is projected to be double in 2030 what it was in 2000, increasing from 35 million to 72 million. As the elderly population grows, more and more people will find themselves in need of care.
Read moreMore than 5 million workers are injured every year on construction sites, and an average of 16 workers are killed every day nationwide. Injuries from construction site accidents are often catastrophic
Read moreAs parents, we try to find the right balance between protecting our children and nurturing their independence. As children step out into the world, they face more dangers, and we hope and pray that other people they encounter will be on the lookout for their safety and will not put them in harm’s way. But people are sometimes careless, and accidents happen. When harm comes to a child because of someone’s negligence, we need to hold them accountable.
Read moreWith gas prices at a near all-time high, more people in Seattle are traveling on public transportation, which, for many, means relying on buses to get around. Nationwide, 13,261 bus crashes injured 15,575 and killed 295 in 2011, according to the National Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Causes of bus accidents include driver negligence, equipment malfunctions, hazardous roads, weather conditions, and poor maintenance. Fifteen of every 19 bus accidents are caused by driver negligence.
Read moreBurns are among the most painful of all injuries and can result in blistering, scarring, disfigurement, shock, and death. Survivors of severe burn injuries often face long-term, painful treatment.
Read moreEvery year in America, nearly 100,000 people suffer serious brain injuries that require medical treatment and affect their ability to perform everyday activities. According to the Brain Injury Association of Washington, one out of ten people in Washington is affected by brain injury. Traumatic brain injury occurs when an external force causes the brain to shake or bump violently against the skull.
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