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Tesla Reluctantly Cancels Gaming While Driving
Distracted driving is a huge safety concern for drivers in Washington. In fact, the state has made great strides in reducing the number of accidents and fatalities caused by driver distraction in recent years.
Hardwick & Pendergast, P.S. Becomes Pendergast Law
Hardwick & Pendergast, P.S. is widely recognized as being one of the most effective and successful personal injury law firms in the Seattle area. In the new year, our firm’s name is being changed to Pendergast Law. You can expect the same superior service and world-class legal representation. We are the same legal team simply with a new name. We are continuing our services throughout Washington state from the same location:
Pendergast Law
555 South Renton Village Place, Suite 640
Renton, Washington, 98057
Your Guide for Taking Accident Photos in Seattle
If you have been involved in a traffic crash, pictures of your injuries and the accident scene can serve as valuable evidence in your claim or lawsuit. Of course, your first priority is to get emergency medical attention for anyone who needs it, including yourself. If you are able, in addition to reporting the crash to the police, exchanging information with the other driver, and getting contact information for eyewitnesses, take as many pictures as you can at the scene of the accident. If you are unable to do so because of your injuries, try to have someone you trust take them for you.
Autumn Weather and Treacherous Slip and Falls
Autumn weather brings with it a lot to be grateful for, including Halloween, back to school sales, and cooler weather, yet there are also certain unique dangers with it. Seattle seasons almost always include a touch of rain, but autumn sparks the beginning of Washington’s truly rainy weather and wet sidewalks. Coupled with falling leaves, pedestrians must be extra careful when visiting local businesses, as walkways, entrances, and sidewalks can become the sites of serious slip and falls.
Liability in Garbage Truck Accidents
In a city as big as Seattle, garbage and dump trucks are necessary to haul thousands of pounds in trash every week. These large, powerful vehicles perform an invaluable service in our communities, but they must be operated by experienced drivers. Their size and weight can easily contribute to a serious pedestrian or auto accident, and operators should be held accountable when they cause catastrophic injuries.
Who Is Liable for Swimming Pool Accidents?
A warm summer day and a cool swimming pool sound like a perfect combination, but only when the waters are safe. Swimming pools present a number of risks, from drownings to diving injuries, and it is the responsibility of the property owner to minimize these dangers. If an owner allows a swimmer to be injured because of a safety hazard, they may be liable for all damages.
What Is Responsible for Pandemic Dog Bites?
2020 brought many drastic changes to Washington as our state felt the brunt of the pandemic at the very start of the year. Strict lockdown protocols led to the closure of numerous business, ultimately forcing many into work-from-home lifestyles. With all this extra time at home, many chose to adopt puppies to deal with isolation. However, this brought a whole another set of issues, as bright-eyed dog owners realized they were not as prepared for their new responsibilities as they originally thought.
How Are Hit-and-Runs Investigated in WA?
Being hit by another vehicle, which then flees the scene, is one of the most unfortunate situations a person can be put in. You may feel hurt, lost, confused, and scared about your future. Even after reporting the collision to the police, you may have no clear idea about how to get your medical bills paid and property damage covered.
Do Automated Cars Make Drivers More Inattentive?
The future draws nearer and nearer as automated vehicles become more commonplace, but many humans are still concerned about what this means for road safety.
Proponents of self-driving vehicles claim that this technology can eliminate driver error altogether and stop the majority of car accidents. While we hope that they are correct and our roads will become significantly safer, that technology is still far away, and until then, we still have to deal with a major issue in partially automated vehicles: driver inattention.
What to Do if You Are Injured in a Rear-End Accident
Rear-end car accidents are often considered minor, despite how common they are on the congested roads around Seattle. But this complacency surrounding rear-end collisions often makes drivers and passengers dismiss their injuries, which can put them at risk of suffering further damage. If you were injured by another driver in a rear-end collision, it is important to follow these key steps to ensure you can receive full compensation for your trauma.
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