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If You’ve Been Harmed, You Deserve Fair Compensation.

A Trusted, Local Spokane Personal Injury Lawyer

Navigating the aftermath of a serious injury can be difficult. Get trusted help finding the right way forward. Reach out to my firm, We Care Legal, PLLC, today. My name is Drew D. Dalton, and I serve Spokane and the surrounding area. As an experienced Washington personal injury lawyer, I will advocate for full compensation for you. Turn to me for the caring local legal support you deserve.

Here For You When You Suffer Serious Injuries

I stand ready to assist you with a range of personal injury matters, including those involving:

I will support you through these challenging times and help you understand your options.

What To Do After An Accident?

If you’re hurt in an accident, important actions to take include:

  • Seek medical attention: Prioritize your health and get immediate care
  • Document everything: Collect evidence like photos and witness details
  • Contact an accident attorney: A skilled personal injury lawyer can explain your legal rights and next steps

What happens after your accident can have a huge impact on your future. Let me guide you through each legal step and protect your rights.

What Damages Are Available In Spokane Personal Injury Cases?

In Washington state, you can pursue various damages in injury claims. These include:

  • Medical expenses: Coverage for treatment and rehabilitation
  • Lost wages: Compensation for time missed from work
  • Pain and suffering: Damages for physical and emotional distress
  • Property damage: Costs for repairing or replacing damaged property

Washington has no cap on damage amounts in injury cases.

The state uses a pure comparative negligence standard when it comes to compensation. This means you can recover damages for an injury, even if partially at fault. Your recovery amount would be reduced based on how much your actions contributed to what happened.

I can help you pursue full compensation for your accident-related injuries.

Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury In Washington

After a personal injury, you may have uncertainties about your rights and what comes next. These answers cover key personal injury topics specific to Washington and Spokane.

What is the statute of limitations for personal injury in Washington?

Washington law generally gives you three years from your injury date to file a personal injury lawsuit. If your injury happened on property owned or maintained by a government agency, Washington’s administrative claim statute requires additional steps before you can file suit. Common examples include:

  • A fall on a City of Spokane public sidewalk
  • An accident involving a Spokane Transit Authority bus
  • An incident at a Spokane County facility

You must file a written claim notice with that agency and wait at least 60 days before filing in Superior Court. This waiting period temporarily pauses the standard three-year deadline.

If I am injured on the job in Spokane, can I file a personal injury claim in addition to workers’ compensation?

You generally cannot sue your direct employer or co-workers for a workplace injury, but you may have the right to file a separate claim against a negligent third party. Washington’s Industrial Insurance Act makes workers’ compensation your only option against your employer and co-workers.

If a third party caused your injury, Washington law gives you the right to file a personal injury claim. This could be a subcontractor at a Spokane construction site, a negligent driver during a work errand or a defective equipment manufacturer. This claim can help you recover damages like pain and suffering that workers’ compensation does not cover. The Department of Labor and Industries or your employer’s insurer may place a legal right to recover a share of your settlement on your recovery to reclaim benefits already paid.

How does Spokane County’s Mandatory Arbitration program affect personal injury claims?

If your claim seeks $100,000 or less in damages, Spokane County’s Mandatory Arbitration program will apply to your case. Under Washington’s Mandatory Arbitration Rules and local Spokane County rules, your dispute goes before an attorney who serves as an arbitrator rather than a jury.

This process moves faster and costs less than a traditional trial. The arbitrator issues a decision that becomes final and enforceable only if both parties accept it. Either party may appeal and request a full trial before a judge or jury.

Reach Out Today For Dedicated Advocacy

Pursue the compensation and justice you deserve with a caring personal injury lawyer at your side. Get in touch with me today by completing my contact form or calling 509-537-0388. I offer free consultations.