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  • The Future of Self-Driving Cars is Here. Is Seattle Ready?

    California DMV Can Now Ticket Self-Driving Cars: What That Means for Public Safety and When Self-Driving Cars Might Reach Seattle Self-driving cars are no longer a concept of the future; they’re becoming part of today’s transportation landscape. California’s Department of Motor Vehicles recently moved to assert enforcement authority over autonomous vehicles (“AVs”), including the ability…

  • How Traumatic Brain Injuries Affect Personal Injury Claims in Washington

    According to the CDC, approximately 223,000 people in the United States are hospitalized with traumatic brain injuries (TBI) each year. Yet many brain injuries still go undiagnosed or dismissed as “minor” because symptoms are not always immediately apparent.  A traumatic brain injury occurs when a bump, blow, or jolt to the head disrupts normal brain function. Some…

  • Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: Impact on Personal Injury Cases

    Know your legal rights when filing a personal injury claim.

  • A Call to Action Regarding Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Insurance

    As you likely know, your patients have been negatively affected by the Washington State Supreme Court’s decision in the 2024 case of Schiff v. Liberty Mutual.  The Schiff case allows auto insurers to use a database called FairHealth to pay no more than the 80th percentile of a treatment cost billed to PIP insurance based…

  • When Do You Need a Car Accident Lawyer in Seattle? A Washington State Guide 

    The moments after a car accident can feel overwhelming.   If you’ve just been rear-ended on I-5 or sideswiped in a Seattle parking lot, you’re likely dealing with a flood of immediate concerns. Between medical concerns, insurance calls, and unanswered questions, it’s not always clear what steps to take – or if you need legal help.  Not…

  • Washington DUI BAC Limit: 0.05 Didn’t Pass (2026 Update)

    And why it matters. As you may have seen in recent news coverage, the Washington State Legislature passed a bill in the Senate on January 28, 2026, that would have lowered the DUI blood alcohol content (BAC) limit from 0.08 to 0.05. While this momentum reflects a shift in attitudes around impaired driving, the bill…

  • Case Study: Recent $117,000 Settlement for Injured Working Canine

    Last April, Envy Kalfayan was gearing up for another season of explosives detection. As a working canine, Envy was trained and capable in the field of explosives detection, man trailing, patrol searches, and patrol/protection. Envy was extensively successful in competition, competing in the US K9 Olympics, South American K9 Olympics, as well as several smaller…

  • What to Do When Your Pet Is Injured in a Car Accident

    Learn the important steps to take such as documentation, veterinary care, and which insurance covers the bill.

  • Medicare Announces New Pre-Authorization Process Using AI For Many Pain Procedures

    Medicare recently announced it will be launching a pilot program that will use AI for prior authorization of select claims to “combat waste, fraud, and abuse.” This program will be rolled out in six states to start, including Washington State. 1 The program is titled WISeR (Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction) Model and will launch…

  • The Evolution of the E-Bike: Rights and Risks and the Law

    Love ‘em or hate ‘em: electric-assisted bikes (e-bikes) are a growing trend that are not going anywhere.  With the growing popularity and presence of e-bikes on our roadways, there are safety considerations and legal implications that the motoring and cycling community should follow.  Increasing Popularity of E-Bikes Over the past decade, Washington residents have embraced…