April 30, 2026 / Sexual Abuse
Sexual abuse of a child is a serious violation of both criminal and civil law. In Washington State, survivors of childhood sexual abuse may pursue civil lawsuits against the individuals responsible and, in many cases, the institutions that allowed the abuse to occur.Defining Sexual AbuseSexual abuse generally refers to any sexual activity involving a minor or…
Read moreApril 30, 2026 / Sexual Abuse
Washington law allows child sexual abuse survivors to pursue compensatory damages to help address the full scope of harm they have experienced. Compensatory damages are designed to make a survivor “whole” by providing financial compensation for the financial and emotional losses caused by the abuse. In many child sexual abuse claims, these damages may be…
Read moreApril 14, 2026 / News
The Cadillac Lyriq was introduced as a bold step forward for General Motors. This luxury, all-electric SUV was designed to signal the brand’s transition into a new era. First launched in 2022, the Lyriq quickly became a centerpiece of GM’s electric vehicle strategy, combining sleek design, advanced technology, and a starting price above $58,000. However, […]
Read moreMarch 23, 2026 / Medical Malpractice
If you were harmed by a medical error, you may have the right to file a malpractice claim. However, Washington law places strict deadlines on how long you have to take legal action. If you miss the deadline, you may jeopardize your right to compensation. Washington Has a Three-Year Statute of Limitations for Most Medical…
Read moreMarch 23, 2026 / Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice claims are a subcategory of personal injury cases that have specialized elements. In most personal injury claims, liability is based on negligence, meaning someone failed to act with reasonable care and caused harm to another person.Medical malpractice cases have similar elements but focus on whether a healthcare provider failed to meet the accepted medical…
Read moreMarch 12, 2026 / News
Trial in a major medical malpractice case in Washington ended recently with a $21 million settlement that included confidentiality for the medical facility involved. The woman sought emergency treatment on September 30, 2022, after experiencing numbness and worsening pain in her legs several months after undergoing spinal fusion surgery. According to court filings and trial […]
Read moreMarch 6, 2026 / News
Seattle, WA – A King County jury on Friday awarded $3.5 million in damages to a woman identified in court records as J.Z.; she was represented by Seattle child sexual abuse attorneys Darrell Cochran, Ian Bauer, Selena Hoffman and Patrick Brown. Jurors concluded that Seattle’s Blessed Sacrament Parish was negligent in allowing a convicted child […]
Read moreFebruary 27, 2026 / Sexual Abuse
Sexual abuse cases in Washington are among the most emotionally-charged cases in personal injury law. Unlike other types of cases, sexual abuse frequently occurs in private, without eyewitnesses. However, there are many forms of direct and indirect evidence that can help establish liability against the abuser or another party that failed to prevent the abuse. […]
Read moreFebruary 27, 2026 / Sexual Abuse
Washington State has a lenient statute of limitations for filing a child sexual abuse claim in Washington, giving survivors ample opportunity to seek justice and compensation related to their experience. On June 6, 2024, Washington law eliminated the statute of limitations for civil claims involving childhood sexual abuse that occurred on or after that date. […]
Read moreFebruary 27, 2026 / Medical Malpractice / Personal Injury / Wrongful Death
When an individual suffers an injury due to a preventable medical error, they may have a medical malpractice claim in Washington. These claims hold medical providers accountable for providing substandard care. Wrongful death cases in Seattle, WA are personal injury claims where a victim suffers fatal injuries due to the negligence of another party. Wrongful […]
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