May 8, 2025 / News

WA State Agrees to Pay $18M Child Sex Abuse Settlement

Washington State has agreed to pay $18 million to resolve a horrific child sexual abuse lawsuit filed on behalf of two young sisters in Seattle. The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) and the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) failed to protect the girls from unspeakable abuse by their foster father, Nathaniel […]

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April 29, 2025 / Personal Injury

Delayed Concussion Symptoms: What You Need to Know 

A concussion is a type of brain injury that happens when the brain is shaken inside the skull. This can happen after a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. Sometimes, concussion symptoms appear right away, but in other cases, they can show up hours, days, or even weeks later. These are called delayed concussion […]

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April 29, 2025 / Car Accidents

What Does a Car Accident Lawyer Do?

After a car accident in Seattle, Washington, you can be faced with challenges, including physical injuries, unexpected medical costs, missed time at work, and other losses. What does a car accident lawyer do to help after a crash?  Your car accident lawyer will help you negotiate with insurance companies and handle your personal injury lawsuit […]

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April 29, 2025 / Personal Injury

What Is the Difference Between a Lawyer and an Attorney?

In Seattle, Washington, many people ask our team of Seattle personal injury attorneys about the difference between a lawyer and an attorney. While these words are often used the same way in everyday talk, they mean different things in the legal world. Knowing the difference between a lawyer and an attorney helps when you need […]

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April 22, 2025 / Personal Injury

What Does Esquire Mean?

If you’ve ever seen a lawyer’s name followed by “Esq.,” you might wonder what that abbreviation means. It is short for the term “esquire,” and in the United States, the term is most commonly used as a formal courtesy title for lawyers. The history of the word goes beyond that of the legal profession, though. […]

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April 22, 2025 / Car Accidents

Should I Hire a Lawyer After a Minor Car Accident?

Car accidents, even minor ones, can create more disruption than you might expect. A low-impact collision at a stoplight or in a parking lot may seem insignificant. You may initially feel uninjured and assume the damage is minimal. However, the question remains: should you consult with a lawyer? The answer hinges on several critical factors […]

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April 1, 2025 / Car Accidents

Do You Need a Front License Plate in Washington?

Whether a vehicle needs a front license plate largely depends on where the vehicle is registered. Some states require front license plates, while others do not. Currently, 19 states do not require front license plates. But what is the rule in Washington? In this blog, our Seattle car accident lawyers explain what you need to […]

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June 23, 2023 / News

Washington State Agrees to Pay $9.35 Million Settlement for Children Abused in Foster Care Under Watch of DSHS

The State of Washington has agreed to pay a $9.35 million settlement for children who suffered years of physical and sexual abuse while under state foster care, announced PCVA co-founding partner Darrell Cochran. The three young children were subjected to constant, unimaginable trauma, both from their biological father and an older, sexually aggressive youth who was […]

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