Winter Driving – What to do When in a Motor Vehicle Accident
Unfortunately, car crashes happen to even the safest of drivers. Insurance industry groups estimate that the average motorist will be in four to six traffic collisions during their lifetime. While any...
View ArticleQuestions to Ask Before Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney
If you or your loved one suffered a serious injury as a result of the careless or reckless conduct of another party, you might be eligible to recover financial compensation through a personal injury...
View ArticleProtesting or Appealing an Unfavorable L&I Decision
Did you receive an unfavorable decision from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I)? If so, you may be feeling stressed out or overwhelmed. Please know that you have the...
View ArticleOptions in Your L&I Workers’ Compensation Claim (Vocational Benefits)
According to official state government data, approximately 120,000 workers’ compensation claims are filed in Washington each year, of which 75 percent are filed through Labor & Industries...
View ArticleNew Workplace Safety Regulations are Coming to Washington, Designed to...
On April 15th, 2021, the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) announced that new workplace safety regulations for temporary workers are coming later this summer. Governor Jay...
View ArticleNew Workers’ Comp Protections to Healthcare and Frontline Workers During a...
The COVID-19 pandemic put a significant strain on our healthcare workers and frontline workers. The Washington State Department of Health reports that more than 430,000 people have been infected with...
View Article2021 Workers’ Comp Cost of Living Increase in Washington (A Record High...
Effective July 1, 2021, the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) will apply a 10.1 percent cost-of-living increase to time-loss, pension, and loss-of-earning power benefits. This is the...
View ArticleCan I get Worker’s Compensation Benefits After a Loved One Passes Away?
Unfortunately, fatal accidents remain too common at workplaces in Washington and throughout the United States. According to the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I), 77...
View ArticleWashington State Emergency Heat Exposure Rules Increases Protection for...
The heatwave that hit western North America last month brought the region some of the hottest temperatures in recorded history. On June 28, 2021, Seattle hit a temperature of 108 degrees—the highest...
View ArticleFive Common Construction Site Accidents and What You Need to Know if Injured
When proper safety precautions are not taken, a construction site can be a dangerous place for employees. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) reports that approximately one in...
View ArticleCan I Change Jobs While on Workers’ Compensation?
Americans change jobs a lot more now than they did in decades past. According to recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the average employee has worked for their current company for 4.1...
View ArticleWhat Should I Do if I’m Hit by an Uninsured Driver?
Drivers must obtain liability insurance. As explained by the Office of the Insurance Commissioner for Washington State, all motorists are required to have minimum mandatory insurance coverage. However,...
View ArticleThe Importance of Medical Care After an Auto Accident
Motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of serious injuries in our region. Alarmingly, the National Safety Council (NSC) reports that 2021 had a 16% increase in motor vehicle deaths. With...
View ArticleDo I Have a Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Workers deserve safe conditions. Unfortunately, job-related accidents remain a serious issue throughout the country. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reports that...
View ArticleWhat Happens if You Get Caught Working While on Workers’ Compensation?
Accidents happen in the workplace. According to official federal government data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), more than 2.7 million workplace injuries were reported nationwide in 2020....
View ArticleWhat Happens in a Workers Compensation Superior Court Jury Trial?
Workplace safety remains a serious concern. According to data cited by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), approximately 900,000 workers nationwide miss time on the job...
View ArticleAmazon Delivery Drivers Get Hurt on the Job
According to a report from The Seattle Times, Amazon delivery drivers are injured at a disproportionately high rate, and that rate is increasing. A study published by the Strategic Organizing Center...
View ArticleWork Safety in Washington: Heat, Wildfire, and Smoke Protections for Outdoor...
On June 1, 2022, the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) announced a new workplace safety guidance that increases heat and wildfire smoke protections for outdoor workers. At...
View ArticleCost of Living Adjustment 2022
Inflation, economic indicators, and other factors affect the cost of living in Washington State. These factors also impact workers’ compensation benefits. Time loss and pension benefits are intended to...
View ArticleA Family Member Died from a Work Injury—Can I Get Benefits?
Workers deserve safe conditions. Unfortunately, worker safety still has a long way to go. According to data from the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), 693 workers were...
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