Certain highways and arterials across Washington are magnets for serious injury. Speed limits, traffic volume, distracted drivers, and poor signage all contribute. When multiple crashes occur in the same stretch of road, the problem goes beyond driver error.

Highway Crashes Along I-5, I-90, and SR-167

Long-haul trucking, late-night commuters, and aggressive merging combine to create near-constant risk on major interstates. Rear-end crashes on I-5 through Tacoma and chain-reaction collisions on I-90 between Ellensburg and Snoqualmie Pass continue to rise. Drivers miss warning signs, shift lanes without checking blind spots, and misjudge traffic speed on curves and overpasses.

Our firm investigates these wrecks using GPS vehicle data, police reports, and road condition logs. Insurance carriers often ignore these regional crash patterns, but local familiarity helps expose liability when speed, lighting, or traffic controls are contributing factors.

Arterial Danger Zones in South Seattle and Spokane Valley

City roads such as Rainier Avenue South and Pines Road see regular pedestrian and bicycle impacts. Poor sidewalk maintenance, limited visibility at crosswalks, and insufficient enforcement create daily hazards. According to a recent Seattle Times traffic safety report, pedestrian injuries increased despite slower speed limits and redesigned intersections.

Our team locates surveillance footage, signal data, and crosswalk placement records to establish patterns of preventable harm. These urban corridors demand a legal strategy built on local understanding, not just crash photos.

Slip and fall injuries, falling merchandise, broken stairs, and blocked emergency exits all remain common in Washington’s high-traffic commercial districts. Property owners often ignore basic maintenance or safety policies until someone gets hurt.

Retail and Grocery Stores from Lynnwood to Spokane

Chain stores located along SR-99, Sprague Avenue, and near regional malls often deal with constant foot traffic, rushed staff, and floors prone to spills or clutter. When management fails to post warnings, fix broken tiles, or maintain lighting, injured customers pay the price. Falls in checkout lanes, product shelves collapsing, and automatic doors that strike patrons are recurring problems in many of these locations.

Our firm documents floor conditions, internal safety reports, and employee logs to hold national and local retailers accountable. A fall in a Lynnwood warehouse store or a trip near a Kennewick strip mall should never be dismissed as clumsiness.

Hotels, Motels, and Rental Units with Unsafe Infrastructure

Visitors from out of state and residents alike suffer preventable injuries inside rental properties with broken stair rails, poor lighting, loose carpeting, and ignored water leaks. Cities like Vancouver and Yakima regularly report injuries from faulty smoke alarms, collapsed balcony rails, and stairway collapses. Property maintenance failures are not just civil issues. They are safety violations that can cause lifelong harm.

Our team works with local code enforcement records, prior tenant complaints, and engineering inspections to show when landlords failed to act. This includes short-term rentals and multi-unit buildings where safety is often overlooked until a lawsuit becomes inevitable.

From construction projects in Bellevue to distribution centers in Pasco, work-related injuries often result from employer cost-cutting and missed OSHA requirements. These locations create some of the most serious personal injury claims in Washington.

Freight and Delivery Hubs Along Port Corridors

Trucking depots near SeaTac, Kent, and the Port of Tacoma handle nonstop freight traffic. Yard workers, forklift operators, and delivery drivers face injuries from unsafe loading docks, poor lighting, and heavy equipment accidents. Improper signage and blind corners cause pedestrian strikes inside gated facilities. These accidents often involve complex liability including subcontractors and third-party vendors.

Our legal team documents contracts, delivery logs, security camera footage, and equipment inspections. When employers or property operators neglect basic safety, victims deserve compensation that reflects the full extent of the damage.

Construction Sites in Growing Urban Centers

As housing demand increases, so does the number of construction injuries. In areas like Issaquah, Renton, and Redmond, job sites are often unregulated and loosely supervised. Workers fall through uncovered holes, get struck by unsecured materials, or suffer electrocution due to rushed timelines. These sites are hotspots for traumatic brain injuries, spinal trauma, and limb damage.

Vehicle crashes in Washington cause long-term disruption for families across the state. From multi-lane pileups on I-5 to fender-benders on two-lane highways in Cowlitz County, the outcome is often more than property damage. Victims report back pain, shoulder injuries, and post-concussive symptoms long after the crash is cleared. These cases require more than just a police report. They demand proof of liability, medical documentation, and pressure applied to uncooperative insurers.

Washington State Department of Transportation crash data confirms rising rates of distracted and fatigued driving, especially in urban corridors and transitional freeway zones. When a driver is careless behind the wheel, the law provides a path to compensation, but only for those who move quickly and build a solid claim.

Rear-End and Intersection Collisions Across the State

Many drivers are hit while sitting still. Red lights, stop signs, and yield points are all common locations for rear-end crashes, especially in high-traffic zones like Lake City Way, Aurora Avenue, and Division Street. Other victims are struck during left-hand turns or while crossing intersections without working signal lights. The root cause often involves phone use, aggressive driving, or simple negligence.

Our firm builds rear-end crash cases using traffic camera footage, phone usage logs, vehicle data, and firsthand witness testimony. Insurance companies frequently attempt to shift blame or claim the injured party stopped without warning. We counter with evidence that shows patterns of inattention, speed, or failure to keep a safe following distance.

Common Injuries After Rear-End and Intersection Crashes

Rear-end collisions frequently cause whiplash, herniated discs, and shoulder impingement. Intersection crashes lead to more complex trauma such as knee damage, broken collarbones, or orbital fractures from side impacts. Even low-speed collisions can produce lasting pain and mobility restrictions. Our legal team documents the full extent of these injuries and pursues compensation for all associated costs – medical, occupational, and psychological.

Large commercial trucks pose serious hazards on Washington roadways. These vehicles carry thousands of pounds and need wide turns, long braking distances, and consistent driver attention. Unfortunately, trucking companies often push schedules past safety limits. When tired or distracted drivers miss exits or swerve into other lanes, the impact leaves devastating injuries in its wake.

Truck accident claims require a different approach than standard car crashes. Federal motor carrier rules, logbooks, inspection records, and third-party contractor agreements often shape liability. Our legal team knows how to access and interpret this data to prove fault and force carriers to pay full value.

Crashes Involving Fatigue and Overweight Cargo Loads

Washington highways like I-90, SR-18, and SR-97 see heavy freight traffic every day. Many truck collisions on these roads involve fatigued drivers operating under unrealistic dispatch timelines. Other cases involve improperly loaded trailers that make braking difficult or tip-over events more likely on curves.

Trucking companies are required to track rest hours, maintain braking systems, and weigh their loads before hitting the road. When they fail to follow these rules, liability shifts quickly. Our firm subpoenas driver logs, weigh station records, and maintenance history to prove violations of safety standards.

Injuries Caused by Semi-Truck and Delivery Vehicle Collisions

Victims of truck crashes often suffer crushing injuries due to the size and weight of the commercial vehicle. These include pelvic fractures, multiple rib breaks, lung injuries, and spinal cord compression. Recovery takes months or years and can include multiple surgeries and loss of earning ability. We pursue settlements that reflect the lifelong impact these injuries create.

Motorcycle riders in Washington have the same rights as other road users, but they face greater physical risks. A driver’s failure to yield, merge properly, or maintain a safe following distance often leads to catastrophic results for motorcyclists. Injuries are not limited to highways. Residential streets, parking lot exits, and urban intersections are frequent locations for these incidents.

Bernard Law Group represents riders hit while lane splitting, stopped at traffic lights, or thrown from their bike after being cut off. Drivers may claim they didn’t see the motorcycle, but lack of awareness is not a legal excuse. Our team collects helmet cam footage, 911 call logs, and road design details to establish fault and protect injured riders’ rights.

Lane Change Collisions and Blind Spot Violations

A common cause of motorcycle crashes in Washington involves sudden lane changes. Whether on I-405 in Kirkland or on MLK Jr. Way in Tacoma, drivers often switch lanes without using mirrors or checking blind spots. Riders are forced off the road, clipped mid-lane, or struck from the side.

The firm investigates how traffic flow, road design, and driver decisions caused the incident. In many cases, the at-fault driver had multiple options and simply chose the most dangerous one. Helmet damage, impact analysis, and eyewitness accounts help reinforce these findings.

Injury Types Commonly Seen After Motorcycle Collisions

Motorcycle accident victims often suffer road rash, compound leg fractures, clavicle breaks, and shoulder dislocations. Many lose consciousness or suffer traumatic brain injuries despite wearing a helmet. Our team documents emergency room care, surgical procedures, and long-term rehab to show the full physical and financial burden.

Unsafe flooring, slick tile, poor lighting, and missing handrails all cause serious falls. Businesses, landlords, and property managers are legally responsible when they ignore dangerous conditions. These cases are common in stores, hotels, apartment complexes, and parking garages.

Wet Floors, Loose Carpets, and Broken Stairwells

A spill without warning signs or a stairwell without a grip rail can cause lasting injury. These claims require fast scene photos, employee reports, and maintenance logs. Falls often lead to knee injuries, fractured wrists, or traumatic brain damage, especially for older victims.

When a driver fails to yield to someone crossing legally, the impact is often catastrophic. Pedestrians struck at low speeds still suffer brain injuries, broken hips, or spinal damage. Many of these cases happen near school zones, parking garages, or unmarked intersections in smaller towns.

Driver Distraction and Parking Lot Incidents

Parking lot accidents remain one of the top causes of minor-impact pedestrian injuries that turn serious. A vehicle backing out of a space can strike someone returning to their car. Security footage and impact analysis often clarify who had the right of way.

Collisions involving Uber, Lyft, taxis, and delivery vans raise complex insurance issues. In Washington, injured passengers and drivers often find themselves caught between personal policies and corporate liability coverage. Rideshare companies often deny responsibility by claiming the driver was not logged into the app or was between rides. These arguments delay treatment, reduce settlement offers, and confuse victims who are unsure who pays.

Our firm investigates driver app activity, trip logs, vehicle inspections, and corporate agreements. The insurance companies rely on vague contract language to dodge accountability. Bernard Law Group forces documentation, subpoenas app records, and builds injury claims that show who controlled the vehicle and who owed protection.

Washington Cases Involving Rideshare Drivers in Active Trips

Coverage depends heavily on app status at the time of the crash. When the driver is logged in and carrying a passenger or en route to one, the rideshare company’s commercial policy often applies. If that driver causes a crash near Denny Way in Seattle or while turning onto Monroe Street in Spokane, the victim may qualify for higher coverage limits.

Our team identifies the exact time and trip status during the event. We also document how injuries were reported and whether medical treatment followed immediately. These details help prevent insurers from downplaying claims or offering settlements below policy limits.

Uber Injury Claims That Involve Trip Disputes or App Misuse

Uber accident claims often face disputes over whether a driver was actively using the app. Uber’s coverage tiers vary based on whether the app is off, the driver is waiting for a request, or a ride is underway. This matters when someone is hit during pickup zones, on neighborhood streets, or even in parking lots while waiting.

Our firm obtains driver screen records, GPS trip logs, and backend data from Uber to confirm status. The legal team counters Uber’s attempts to shift fault or limit coverage based on loosely defined “driver availability.” Washington injury victims deserve protection regardless of how the company defines app usage.

Lyft Crashes Involving Coverage Gaps and Denied Responsibility

Lyft drivers operate under similar three-stage coverage systems. Injured passengers often find out too late that Lyft’s insurer claims a trip never started. This becomes a common tactic when crashes happen before GPS recognizes motion or when drivers take detours during active rides.

Our team handles Lyft cases where multiple policies overlap. When Lyft refuses to accept responsibility, we file direct claims against both the driver’s insurer and Lyft’s corporate coverage. We also collect screenshots from rider phones, app updates, and timestamped messages. These records expose when the ride began and show Lyft’s role in controlling the driver.

Taxi, Shuttle, and Other Rideshare Injury Claims in Washington

Not every case involves a major app. In smaller cities like Walla Walla or Moses Lake, many residents still rely on taxis, independent shuttles, or regional rideshare operators. These vehicles often lack proper commercial licensing or carry outdated insurance that does not reflect passenger risks.

Our firm tracks down coverage details, business ownership records, and Department of Licensing filings. Many operators do not follow Washington’s transportation rules or carry adequate liability policies. When serious injuries happen during one of these rides, our attorneys work fast to identify every responsible party and expose coverage failures.

Brain injuries change lives in ways that are not always visible. Victims may walk away from a crash or fall, only to feel the effects days later. Confusion, blurred vision, loss of balance, and memory disruption are all signs that the brain has been injured. These symptoms can last for months and often lead to permanent changes in daily function. Bernard Law Group represents clients across Washington who suffer these consequences after collisions, pedestrian impacts, or retail incidents.

Medical Documentation That Connects Cognitive Damage to the Incident

Insurance companies often downplay head trauma, especially when there are no visible injuries. That tactic does not hold up against detailed medical records. Our firm gathers diagnostic scans, emergency room reports, and neurocognitive evaluations that show clear patterns of trauma. These records demonstrate that the injury was caused by the event and support a demand for full compensation.

We also document follow-up care, therapy sessions, and specialist referrals. Many clients experience speech delays, mood swings, or chronic headaches after seemingly minor impacts. These symptoms often appear gradually and require continuous treatment. Our team ensures that this care is recorded and included in your claim.

If you or someone in your family shows signs of traumatic brain injury after an accident, get legal help immediately. Delayed claims give insurers room to argue that symptoms came from another cause. Early action makes your case stronger and protects your access to medical care.

Cyclists hit by vehicles often suffer multiple injuries, from broken ribs to punctured lungs. Many of these crashes happen on poorly maintained roads or in areas without marked bike lanes. Drivers often claim they did not see the cyclist or did not realize a bike lane existed.

Intersection Collisions and Side Swipe Injuries

Bicycles get clipped during right turns, merges, or while stopped at intersections. We gather helmet cam footage, bike GPS data, and city planning documents to show road design flaws and driver errors.

Some injuries end in tragedy. When a family member is lost due to another’s negligence, Washington law allows surviving relatives to file a wrongful death lawsuit. These cases often involve fatal crashes, unsafe property, or medical delays after impact.

Fatal Injury Claims Involving Motor Vehicles and Unsafe Premises

Our team pursues full financial recovery for lost income, final medical expenses, and non-economic damages such as loss of companionship. Wrongful death claims are emotionally difficult, but strong preparation brings results and accountability.

Filing fees, deposition transcripts, and expert testimony cost money. In complex cases involving truck crashes, traumatic brain injuries, or wrongful death, litigation costs can reach thousands of dollars. Bernard Law Group covers these costs up front.

Every personal injury case requires records, evidence, and professional review. Our team advances the cost for everything needed to pursue your claim. These costs are reimbursed only if a recovery is made. You never write checks for legal filings, certified records, or required court expenses.

Our Legal Team Handles the Paperwork So You Don’t Have To

After an injury, dealing with paperwork becomes overwhelming. Medical release forms, accident reports, and insurance claim documents pile up fast. Our firm takes over the process and communicates directly with insurers, providers, and third parties. We track deadlines, file the right forms, and keep your claim moving forward.

We Take on Financial Risk So You Can Take Legal Action

Many victims never pursue their claims because they assume the cost will be too high or the process too long. Our model removes that barrier. The firm takes on the risk of building and presenting your case. You receive updates and support without monthly invoices, retainers, or pressure to pay for legal services before results.

Insurance companies use delay tactics and legal loopholes to reduce payouts. Their goal is to stretch the case long enough for victims to accept less. Our firm pushes back by building every case like it’s going to trial. This means hiring analysts, obtaining records, and issuing subpoenas without waiting for client funding. That strategy only works when the firm can cover the upfront cost and stay committed for the long haul.

We Earn Our Fee Only When You Receive Compensation

Every case handled by Bernard Law Group is built with one goal in mind: maximum recovery for the injured client. We do not pressure clients to settle quickly or cheaply. Our team fights for the value the case deserves. If the outcome does not result in financial compensation, the client walks away without owing anything.