When you’ve been in an accident involving a truck, you may be confused about how exactly truck accident settlements and verdicts work. Because car accidents involving trucks are often severe, trucks typically have commercial coverage of at least one million dollars. As 18-wheelers generally have many policies of insurance coverage, 18-wheeler accident settlements will [...]
Experiencing a car accident can be traumatic. If you or a loved one has experienced an injury from a car accident, you may be asking, "How long after a car accident can you claim injury?". The process of claiming for injuries after car accidents will vary depending on a few factors. Car accident injury [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]
Here are seven of the most common questions we are asked about 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 [...]
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 [...]
It happens often: you may have a personal injury case from a car crash—for which the driver is also facing separate criminal charges. Some of the most common criminal charges we see after crashes are driving under the influence, reckless driving, negligent driving, and criminal endangerment. While the criminal conduct can be important evidence in [...]
"Expert witness" is one of those terms that trial lawyers use often, but it doesn't mean much to our clients. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about experts and how they are used in a personal injury case. What is an expert witness? An “expert witness” is a person who is [...]
A personal injury attorney helps people who have been injured, or the families of those who have been killed, by the actions of another person or company. And like most law firms that offer free consultations, at Coluccio Law we are often contacted by people who need a different type of legal service than we provide. [...]
Having represented those injured or who have lost loved ones for over 33 years, I am often asked: how important is it to hire a local personal injury lawyer? My experience has shown that it is quite important to choose one who practices locally, and is experienced and well-respected within the local community. In areas of the law such [...]
