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Degenerative changes and recovering non-econonomic damages
I’d like to address the issue of degenerative changes to a person’s spine. While the MRI may establish degenerative changes, the testimony and evidence will often conclusively show that the injured person was not having any symptoms from this…
Published Wednesday, May 12, 2010
The Purpose of Mediation
Mediation is, “The act or process of mediating; especially intervention between conflicting parties to promote reconciliation, settlement, or compromise.” (Merriam-Webster.com). Conflict resolution is a skill everyone should have, or at least seek…
Published Monday, March 26, 2018
Pedestrian struck by car has ability to access personal injury protection benefits of the striking vehicle
An often overlooked provision in a motor vehicle insurance policy is the benefits a pedestrian is entitled to upon being struck by a vehicle. A pedestrian, (a person afoot – which includes a wheelchair and bicyclists) who may or not have their own…
Published Friday, February 05, 2010
Personal Injury Protection Insurance: Do you need it?
Personal injury protection (pip) insurance covers you, your family members and those riding in your car for medical expenses and any wage loss. The coverage will also provide for some additional items such as loss of services and yard work too! In sum…
Published Saturday, February 24, 2007
Underinsured Motorist Coverage Provides a Floating Layer of Coverage
In the State of Washington, underinsured motorist (UIM) insurance provides coverage above any liability coverage for an at-fault party. This can be beneficial to provide more available funds to an injred person and may be the only avenue of insurance to…
Published Thursday, January 25, 2018
Contact Harper Law PLLC for a FREE Consultation
Contact Harper Law PLLC for a free consultation regarding any potential personal injury claim, or to request more information about our firm. Our office is conveniently located in downtown Kirkland, Washington, just off I-405.
Published Friday, March 20, 2015
False Assumption - 8. All my medical bills will be paid
All my medical bills will be paid because someone else is at fault. For an auto accident, the initial insurance you must look to for help in paying for medical treatment is your own automobile insurance. In the State of Washington, we have Personal…
Published Tuesday, July 24, 2007
False Assumption - 4. I had prior injuries
I had prior injuries, but the insurance company will believe the injuries have no bearing on this claim. Pre-existing injuries to the same area of the body are likely to become an issue in almost every personal injury claim. If the prior injury was to…
Published Saturday, July 21, 2007
Availability of First Party Coverage, namely Personal Injury Protection after a collision
First Party insurance is insurance purchased by the injured person or provided by the government or employer which provides insurance coverage that extends to the injured person because of his or her status at the time of the injury. The following is a…
Published Saturday, June 05, 2010
Traumatic Brain Injury and Persisting Symptoms
Traumatic brain injury Several my most recent and satisfying cases involving traumatic brain injury include horrific damages which have had significant effect on clients. All socio-economic categories can be affected by traumatic brain injury, and I do…
Published Monday, August 05, 2019
