Motor Vehicle Accidents

Automobile accidents occur frequently on our roadways with devastating and sometimes deadly consequences for drivers, passengers, pedestrians and other motorists. Your accident may be caused by the negligent, careless or even drunk driving of another person, or the poor condition of the roadway or the faulty design of a car or trailer. Regardless of how your injuries occurred, our firm offers you experienced and effective representation.

We Protect Your Rights While You Focus on Your Recovery

It is important that you recover as much of your health as possible after being injured, and your time and energy should be devoted to this end. Retaining an injury attorney can eliminate the time and frustration you experience dealing with the negligent party's insurance company. We understand insurance claims, we are experienced dealing with adjusters, and we will fight on your behalf for a fair settlement or award. Don't leave your claim to chance. Allow us to protect your rights!

Do's and Don'ts of Your Accident Claim

• Do seek medical treatment for your injuries;
• Do take photographs of any bruises, cuts, scars or any other visible injuries you received;
• Do take photographs of the damage to your vehicle, including any damage to the interior of your vehicle that may have been caused by your body's impact;
• Do cooperate with your own insurance company (you do not need to initially cooperate with the negligent driver's insurance company);
• Do contact our offices for further instruction on the handling of your claim.

and some don'ts . . . .

• Don't agree to give a recorded statement to the negligent driver's insurance company;
• Don't sign paperwork allowing the negligent driver's insurance company to get your medical or employment records;
• Don't allow the negligent driver's insurance company to visit your home and meet with you.

If you or a family member has suffered as a result of an automobile accident caused by a negligent driver, we have the skill and experience to help you. Contact our offices today for a free consultation regarding your legal needs and rights.

Informational Links

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website has useful information about vehicle defects, crash and rollover tests and accident statistics. See www.nhtsa.dot.gov

For information regarding drunk driving and drivers and alcohol related laws and legislation, see Mothers Against Drunk Driving, www.madd.org.

Some Relevant Laws

• Washington's Rules of the Road for operating a motor vehicle, RCW 46.61 et. seq.;
• Statute Prohibiting driving under the influence, RCW 46.61.502.

Taking Action to Protect Your Rights

If you or someone you know in the Seattle area or anywhere within Washington State needs legal representation or the trusted legal advice of an experienced personal injury lawyer, contact Kenneth Selander, Jr. today at 1-866-681-0002, or complete the contact form provided on this site to begin your free consultation with a skilled Seattle injury attorney.

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