Wildfire Disaster and Recovery While wildfires can start naturally via the sun’s heat or a lightning strike, it is estimated that 90% of wildfires in the U.S. are caused by human activity. That human activity—leaving a campfire unattended, carelessly disposing of a...
Serious Injury
Recent Legislative Updates Aimed at Making Bicycling Safer for Washington Residents
Bicycling is an extremely popular activity in Washington State; as more enthusiasts take to the road, you need to keep a few things in mind to ride responsibly and safely. It is also important to know what you should do if you or a loved one is injured in a...
PCVA Selected as a Finalist For 2022 Elite Trial Lawyers Award
PCVA was selected as a 2022 Elite Trial Lawyers finalist by The National Law Journal in the Catastrophic Injury category. The annual awards spotlight industry-leading U.S. law firms that have performed exemplary work on behalf of plaintiffs. To qualify, firms were...
Truck and Automobile Accidents
Truck and Automobile Accidents Motor vehicle accidents happen every day — there were more than 86,000 motor vehicle accidents in Washington State in 2020, resulting in more than 2,000 potentially serious injuries and 500 deaths. Serious injuries can affect a person’s...
Serious Injury
Serious Injury What is considered a serious injury? A serious injury impairs a person’s ability to engage in daily tasks, including working and caring for themselves. Following a serious injury, a lengthy recovery process is often required, and full recovery may even...
How to Bring a Claim Against the Military If You Are Injured on Active Duty
Filing a claim against the military when you are on active duty is very difficult, but it’s possible under certain circumstances. Here’s everything you need to know about seeking compensation for medical malpractice and the status on seeking claims for sexual assault,...
Car accidents increase the risk of adjustment disorder
Many Washington area motorists are aware of how car accidents can lead to serious physical injuries and brain trauma. However, they might not realize how collisions might impact their mental health and cause adjustment disorder. Not to be confused with PTD...
Which legal papers should you draft after a severe brain injury?
You suffered a brain injury recently, and you want to get your financial affairs in order while recovering. Have you drawn up the necessary legal documents to help with financial planning? The Brain Injury Association of America breaks down common legal documents...
How can TBIs permanently affect memory?
Washington residents like you may suffer from extended effects after getting into a serious crash. Head injuries in particular have a long recovery period. Many victims in your situation suffer from extended impacts of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) for months or...
Children and the risk of fatal bike accidents
Whether you recently lost a child in a bicycle accident or you are worried about your child's safety when they ride their bicycle, there are many issues to consider with regard to traffic accidents. Sadly, children are especially vulnerable on the road for a host of...