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The Tacoma Train Accident of December 2017
February 17, 2018
By Pendergast Law on February 6, 2018 On December 18, 2017, Amtrak passengers faced disaster in Tacoma. Amtrak Cascades train 501 was on its inaugural...
All About Public Transit Accidents (and Liability)
February 5, 2018
By Pendergast Law on February 18, 2018 Washington certainly provides many different ways to help the public get around. With buses, trains, monorails, and even...
When the Dog Attacks the Mailman
February 1, 2018
By Pendergast Law on February 12, 2018 You wouldn’t think being a mailmen is inherently dangerous. But these jobs have certain risks. One of the...
Avoid Tailgating – Give Others (and Yourself) Space
January 24, 2018
By Pendergast Law on January 23, 2018 Driving responsibly in Washington involves a number of habits that keep you and others around you as safe...
Want One of the Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Seattle?
January 13, 2018
By Pendergast Law on January 29, 2018 Local expert-ranking website Expertise.com, based right here in Seattle, Washington, recently examined 145 law firms serving the Seattle...
Defective Vehicle Parts: Accidents Waiting to Happen
January 7, 2018
By Pendergast Law on January 16, 2018 A car crash can be caused by many things: reckless driving, poor weather conditions, or defective parts on...
Winter Means More Slip-and-Fall Accidents
January 1, 2018
By Pendergast Law on January 8, 2018 Most slip-and-fall accidents are caused by objects on the ground that trip someone, poor lighting in an area...
Public Transit Disasters and Who’s Legally Responsible
November 28, 2017
By Pendergast Law on November 30, 2017 Seattle’s love of public and alternative forms of transportation has been well documented, and that love affair has...
So…Can You Sue Starbucks Over a Hot Beverage Burn?
November 22, 2017
By Pendergast Law on November 25, 2017 Product Liability and What It Means for You How responsible are companies for the products that they serve?...
Safety at the Ballgame
November 14, 2017
By Pendergast Law on November 5, 2017 Earlier this year, an overeager fan nearly plummeted to his death at Fenway Park while trying to reach...
Can Cruise Ships Be Held Responsible for Passenger Injuries?
November 9, 2017
By Pendergast Law on November 17, 2017 Seattle is a popular launching point for many of the world’s biggest cruise lines. It’s the home base...
Hardwick & Pendergast, P.S. Named One of “2018 Best Law Firm” by U.S. News
November 2, 2017
By Pendergast Law on November 3, 2017 At Hardwick & Pendergast, P.S., it’s an honor and a privilege to be named one of the 2018...