In Washington, personal injury claims allow those who are harmed by someone else’s actions to seek compensation for losses tied to their injuries. Although there isn’t one single “personal injury law” in the state, several laws govern how personal injury cases are handled and what a victim can expect throughout the process. Negligence in Washington […]
Washington’s dram shop laws hold bars and restaurants responsible when they serve alcohol to visibly intoxicated people or minors who then cause harm. The term “dram shop” comes from 18th-century taverns that sold alcohol by the dram—a small amount of liquor. Dram shop laws help victims seek compensation when overservice leads to accidents or injuries. […]
Lane splitting, also known as “white-lining” or “stripe-riding,” is when a motorcyclist rides between two lanes of traffic. Lane splitting is currently illegal in Washington State. This means motorcyclists must remain within a single lane while traveling, just like car and truck drivers. The topic of lane splitting stirs up considerable debate among motorcyclists and […]
