Ride Share Crash

Posted on February 7, 2022

With 1.5-2M Uber and Lyft drivers on U.S. roads, the incidence of crashes involving ride-share drivers has soared in recent years. Whether you are a passenger in a vehicle, a pedestrian on the street, or a driver in another car, it is helpful to have a basic level of preparedness and understanding about insurance following...

How Do Truck Accident Lawsuits Work

Posted on January 31, 2022

If you have found yourself suffering from the repercussions of a truck accident, you may be wondering, "How do truck accident lawsuits work?" Truck accident lawsuits typically consist of multiple processes, including investigating your accident and negotiating with the trucking company's insurance. The time it takes to resolve your case can vary anywhere from a...

The real reasons why a lawyer won’t take your personal injury case

Posted on August 16, 2021

It can be really hard to have your personal injury case rejected by a law firm. It's even harder when the lawyer doesn't explain why they are not able to take your case.Here are some of the most common reasons a law firm might not take your personal injury case. Keep in mind that these...

Finding comfort in justice after a fatal hit and run

Posted on July 28, 2021

On July 18, a Maple Valley man was the victim of a fatal hit-and-run crash. He had been near the end of a an early-morning 15-mile run when he was struck and killed. He was later found by a passing motorist. King County Sheriff's Office asked for public help identifying anyone involved in incident. Suspect...

What happens if you get hurt in a hit-and-run crash?

Posted on July 26, 2021

Every personal injury case is different; this is an example of a recent hit-and-run crash handled by Coluccio Law. If you have questions about a specific incident, we recommend you talk to a lawyer. A little over one year ago, Bette was horribly injured in a hit-and-run crash on a Puget Sound island. In the...

Incredible log truck collision left a professional chef with a broken jaw

Posted on July 15, 2021

Benji is a professional chef, and he is passionate about his calling. He and his wife worked hard to purchase a piece of property outside of Longview, Washington. They were making plans to build a there home for themselves and their young son. In an instant, everything changed. Surviving a log truck collision On a...

How to read a contingency fee agreement from a personal injury attorney

Posted on July 13, 2021

Here's what you should look for in a fee agreement with a personal injury attorney. Keep in mind, this is general information and may not apply in your case. You should discuss the fee agreement with any attorneys you contact. Identify the parties The contingency fee agreement is a contract between you and the lawyer....

FAQ: 7 very common questions people ask about personal injury cases

Posted on June 21, 2021

Here are seven of the most common questions we are asked about filing personal injury cases and lawsuits in Washington and Oregon. 1. What does personal injury actually mean? Personal injury is the legal term for injuries and damages to your physical or mental health, caused by the bad conduct or negligence of another person...

Is the Washington State minimum car insurance enough?

Posted on June 17, 2021

The current Washington State minimum car insurance policy drivers are allowed to carry only provides $25,000 in liability coverage. Most states require car owners to pay for some amount of car insurance. While it varies depending on where you live and how much you drive, the average driver in the U.S. is involved in 4...

The Causes of Motorcycle Crashes

Posted on June 15, 2021

Motorcycle riding is a favorite pastime and a mode of transportation for many Americans, but even though it can be fun, it can also be very dangerous. A clear day and open roads, in Washington, may be very tempting for motorcycle riders and may seem safe, but there are still chances of a crash happening...

The first Pedestrian Fatality report for 2020 is out – and it is not good

Posted on May 28, 2021

On May 20, the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) released the preliminary pedestrian fatality data for 2020. Here's what stands out in the initial report. GHSA is projecting 6,721 pedestrian deaths in 2020, compared to 6,412 fatalities in 2019. That's a nearly 5% increase. The increase in the fatality rate isn't just significant: it is...

3 big reasons there are so many car crashes on Aurora Avenue in Seattle

Posted on May 25, 2021

Dangerous and even fatal crashes on Aurora Avenue North in Seattle are far too common. The road is usually at the top of the list of roads with the highest number of crashes in the city. We are a personal injury law firm, not engineers or city planners—but we have seen too many cases, and...