In Washington State, insurance companies are legally required to act in good faith when handling claims. This means they must process claims promptly, fairly, and in alignment with the policy terms. When an insurer unreasonably denies or delays payment after…
Unfortunately, a car accident is generally not the time to use your best manners. Common decency is often used by insurance companies to impute fault. So, be aware that those at-scene statements are admissible in court later. Your kindness can…
When your life gets turned upside down by an accident that was not your fault, your world can feel pretty chaotic. Typically, recovering from the physical injuries are your first order of business. However, it is not long before you…
Documenting an injury after a car accident is critical for both medical and legal purposes. Initially, some injuries may not present themselves or be obvious to a non-medical professional. Depending on the severity of the accident, you may want to…
Pedestrian accidents pose some different challenges as compared to auto accidents. The injuries are often more severe but there are also unique challenges with insurance. Typically, an injured pedestrian will have the added benefit of one additional insurance to use,…
Putting Your Car Crash In The Rearview Mirror We all make mistakes but not all mistakes are accidents. Law firms and insurance companies typically refer to your trauma as a motor vehicle accident. However, it doesn’t really feel like an…
To add insult to injury, the insurance companies can sometimes play games with your claim. You can avoid some of the shenanigans when it comes time to settle, if you keep a few things in mind. The Three Simple Steps…
