Do Men or Women get in more Car Accidents
Everyone's level of risk when driving is different. But several criteria, such as age, speed, and drunk driving, determine who gets in more car accidents, males or females. Even though men are more likely to be involved in accidents, women may be in greater danger of harm or death. The figures don't tell us the...
Do Men or Women get in more Car Accidents Continue reading…Fatal Injuries Sustained in a Car Accident
Car accidents often result in major injuries. The impact of a crash and torque on the body can lead to long-term disability aside from the immediate bodily damage that you are faced with. It’s not a great fact, but it is one nonetheless - car accidents, quite often, can be fatal. Every year, hospitals are...
Fatal Injuries Sustained in a Car Accident Continue reading…Where do Most Crashes Happen
With over 100 million cars on U.S. roads every day, car crashes are a common yet unforeseeable consequence of driving. While crashes cannot be predicted or always averted, they happen with regularity. Essentially every time you get into a car, you are at risk for getting into an accident. Speeding, distracted and reckless driving are...
Where do Most Crashes Happen Continue reading…How Much Can a Victim Sue for a Car Accident?
After a car accident, you're probably in pain from your injuries and your wheels are in the repair shop. Invariably, the insurance company will offer you a low settlement and you're worried about how you're going to meet your medical and repair bills. At this point, you're asking one of two questions: “Can I sue...
How Much Can a Victim Sue for a Car Accident? Continue reading…Why Is My Car Accident Settlement Taking So Long?
It’s tough coping with huge bills after a car accident. Just remember that patience and persistence are crucial to getting the best possible car accident settlement. Insurance companies often delay or try to pay less for your case than it’s actually worth. If your claim is complicated, it’s important to hire an experienced car accident...
Why Is My Car Accident Settlement Taking So Long? Continue reading…When to Get an Attorney for a Car Accident
No one is ready for a car accident and the aftermath. But, if you’ve recently been in a car accident, you know it can cause pain, fear, inconvenience, and unplanned expenses. Having a reliable attorney for an auto accident can ease your legal journey and guide you on your way to finding justice. If you...
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Ride Share Crash
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...
Ride Share Crash Continue reading…Finding comfort in justice after a fatal hit and run
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...
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What happens if you get hurt in a hit-and-run crash?
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...
What happens if you get hurt in a hit-and-run crash? Continue reading…3 big reasons there are so many car crashes on Aurora Avenue in Seattle
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...
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Why don’t we talk more about car accident trauma?
This week, a former traffic reporter shared his experiences about his own "two terrifying car accidents." In the first, he struck a pedestrian on the highway; in the second, he swerved to avoid a merging vehicle and struck an oncoming truck. Neither collision was fatal, but the second crash left him with two broken legs,...
Why don’t we talk more about car accident trauma? Continue reading…What should I do after a car crash in Seattle?
A car wreck can happen when you least expect it, leaving you with expenses for injuries, damages and psychological suffering. There is a reason we don’t use the term ‘car accident’ at Coluccio Law, we instead use the term ‘car crash.’ We say crash because the word ‘accident’ implies that no one was at fault....
What should I do after a car crash in Seattle? Continue reading…