Car accidents can happen in an instant and drastically alter your life. The pain and ongoing expenses can last long after you’ve visibly healed.
If you or a loved one were involved in a car accident in Everett, WA, the experienced team at Walthew Law Firm is here to help. With decades of experience in auto accident claims, we will help you recover the compensation you’re entitled to. Schedule an appointment in our Everett, WA office today.
Common Causes of Car Accidents
A car accident can happen for a number of reasons, but they tend to have one thing in common: Most could have been avoided if the driver was taking the proper safety precautions. Some of the more common causes of car accidents are:
- Distracted driving. Distracted driving comes in many forms: texting, talking on the phone, fiddling with the GPS, or eating, to name a few.
- Speeding. Speed limits exist for a good reason, and going above them or otherwise driving too fast for conditions reduces a driver’s ability to safely control the vehicle.
- Reckless driving. Beyond speeding, driving unsafely, like changing lanes frequently, ignoring traffic signals, or driving on the shoulder, can contribute to or cause an auto accident.
- Driving under the influence. Alcohol and drugs — including legally prescribed and over-the-counter medications — can affect reasoning, coordination, and response time.
Common Car Accident Injuries
Car accident victims often suffer from a wide range of injuries, some of which can be long-lasting or even permanent, leading to extensive medical treatment and ongoing rehabilitation. Some of the more common injuries people may suffer in a car accident include:
- Whiplash. Some accidents may cause your head and neck to jerk rapidly back and forth, resulting in pain and discomfort that can last indefinitely.
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI). When your head is shaken, or it hits an object (like the airbag), your brain may bump against your skull, causing a TBI. Some TBIs, like a concussion, are mild, while others can be far more severe.
- Broken bones. Even when you’re wearing a seatbelt, you can fracture multiple bones.
- Spinal cord injury. Depending on the severity, your spinal cord injury could cause partial or even complete paralysis.
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Who Is At-Fault for Your Everett, Washington, Car Accident?
Determining liability for a car accident case can be complex, particularly when the accident involves multiple people. For example, while the other driver may be at fault, other parties may also have contributed to the car crash:
- Truck drivers
- Ride-share drivers
- Pedestrians
- Bicyclists
- Motorcycle riders
Adding to the complexity, there may be third parties who are also accountable for the injuries. They may not have been present when you crashed, but their actions prior to the accident may have contributed. For example:
- Government agencies. They are responsible for ensuring things like traffic lights work properly, signs are visible, and their construction zones are safe.
- Government subcontractors. When the government hires subcontractors for construction jobs, they are responsible for making sure those construction zones are safe.
- Loading companies. If an outside company loaded the truck that lost that load and caused your accident, they may also be liable for your accident and resulting injuries.
What If I’m Partially At-Fault for the Accident?
Even when your actions contributed to the accident, Washington state law still gives you the right to pursue compensation from the other at-fault parties for your injuries and damages.
Washington State uses a comparative negligence standard for car accidents. That means that when you’re partly at fault for an accident, your compensation is reduced by that “share” of the accident. For example, if you’re 30% responsible for the accident, your compensation will be reduced by 30%.
What If I’m in a Car Accident While Working?
If you’re driving for work and you’re in a car accident, you have the right to pursue a claim for your injuries and other damages. However, it’s often more complicated to cover the full amount you’re entitled to because you’re likely filing two claims: a workers’ compensation claim and a personal injury claim.
While workers’ compensation benefits will cover some of your losses, it’s likely not enough to compensate you for the full value of your injuries and damages. What’s more, if you’re working as a ride-share driver or as an independent contractor, you may not be able to pursue a workers’ compensation claim.
That’s where a personal injury case comes in. It allows you to hold the at-fault driver and additional third parties responsible for your accident beyond what workers’ compensation may cover.
We Fight for the Maximum Compensation for Injured Victims in Everett, WA
Whether the other driver is 100% responsible for the accident or you’re partly at-fault, you have the right to seek maximum compensation for your damages. Depending on your losses and the circumstances of the accident, you may be able to recover compensation for:
- Property damage, like vehicle repairs
- Current and future medical bills
- Costs of current and future medical treatment
- Lost wages for when you couldn’t work
- Diminished earning power if you can’t return to your former career
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Long-term disability
- Wrongful death of a loved one
Why Trust the Everett Car Accident Attorneys at Walthew Law Firm
No matter your employment status or how complicated your claim, Walthew Law Firm is uniquely experienced to handle your Everett car accident claim. With more than 90 years of experience in workers’ compensation and personal injury claims, when you hire Walthew Law Firm, you’ll get a personalized legal strategy and representation that ensures you get the maximum compensation you deserve. Our team will:
- Listen to your story, answer your questions, and explain your options
- Investigate your car crash, talk to witnesses, and gather all the evidence that supports your case
- Talk to your doctors and understand how your medical situation impacts your claim
- Handle settlement negotiations with the insurance company and, if necessary, take your case to court
Contact Walthew Law Firm Today
Car accidents can have serious, long-term consequences, and the team at Walthew Law Firm can ensure you’re compensated for your losses. With deep experience in workers’ compensation and personal injury law, we’ve spent decades serving residents of Western Washington, Snohomish County, and Everett, helping them collect what they deserve.
Contact us today to schedule your free, no-obligation case consultation. There’s no fee unless we win.
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