Broadside Collisions are frequently caused by a failure to yield the right of way.  These types of collisions usually occur at an intersection and because a driver fails to obey traffic signals or traffic devices.  The most common examples are running a red light or a stop sign.  Another common cause of a broadside collision is a driver negligently making a left-hand turn in front of an approaching car.  Data shows that left-hand turns account for fifty-three (53) percent of all crossing path accidents, which are broadside collisions.  A broadside collision is where the side of one vehicle is impacted by the front of rear of another vehicle, forming a “T”.  This is why a broadside collision is also referred

For over 37 years I have dedicated my legal career to representing the victims of wrongful acts and negligence.  I have pursued various claims of negligence, including automobile accidents, trucking accidents, construction site claims and a variety of actions involving negligence. From a basic standpoint, in order to establish a claim for negligence in Washington State, you must show that another party: 1. Owed you a legal duty of care;  2. That there was a breach or failure of the legal duty of care;  3. That injuries and damages occurred; and  4. That the injuries and damages were caused by the offending party. To expand on this concept of negligence, when there is a breach or failure of the legal

Those familiar with the construction industry will know that this work environment can present dangerous situations daily. By correctly implementing construction safety, workers can be kept safe and productivity can continue as normal.  What is Construction Safety? Construction safety involves the implementation of rules and regulations concerning construction sites in atop workers safe from accidents and injury. Failure to implement these safety measures can result in serious injury or death. Why is Safety Important for Construction Workers? Research shows that the majority of fatal and non-fatal injuries occurring in the workplace were related to: As the majority of these accidents are related to construction operations, the implementation of construction safety management and workplace safety training can significantly reduce these types