Walton Injury Law represents clients in the Pacific Northwest in personal injury, wrongful death, and more. This includes cases involving motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall injuries, nursing home abuse and neglect, and catastrophic injuries.
If you live in Washington or Oregon, our team at Walton Injury Law can help. We know the challenges that accident survivors, grieving families, and working people face. Our team is ready to take your case all the way to court in order to maximize your compensation and hold negligent parties accountable.
Have you been injured due to negligence? We want to hear from you. To request a free consultation with our personal injury attorneys in Washington and Oregon, contact our law firm today. We’re proud to help people like you, not insurance companies, throughout the West Coast
Personal Injury Lawsuits
Personal injury lawsuits are civil claims that allow injured individuals to seek compensation from the person or party who is responsible for their injuries. Personal injury claims cover all kinds of accident litigation, which we will explore in some detail below.
In a personal injury claim, clients can seek compensation to cover their economic and non-economic losses. These include medical expenses, damage to property, loss of income, reduced future earning potential, pain and suffering, and diminished quality of life.
Four Key Elements of a Personal Injury Lawsuit
For personal injury claims to be successful, the following elements must be present:
- Duty of Care: The at-fault party had a legal responsibility to act reasonably
- Breach of Duty: That legal responsibility was disregarded
- Causation: The breach of duty directly led to an accident/injury
- Damages: The accident/injury resulted in measurable harm or losses
As our attorneys work on your personal injury claim, we will build a case that keeps those four elements at the forefront so we can maximize your compensation.
Car Accident Claims
Car accidents can happen anywhere and at any time. Drunk drivers, bad weather, and distracted drivers could cause an unexpected and catastrophic collision. While many people in the Pacific Northwest are aware of the hazards along Interstate 5, there are also dangers for drivers on I-405 and I-90 in Washington and I-205 and I-84 in the Portland area.
The attorneys at Walton Injury Law can review the circumstances of your car wreck, gather evidence, and help you seek compensation from the negligent party or parties. We can also hold local road authorities accountable if their actions or inaction contributed to the crash in some way.
Motorcycle Accident Claims
There’s often a stigma against motorcyclists in collisions. The assumption is that the person on the motorcycle was reckless, speeding, or taking chances, and that’s why a crash happened. At Walton Injury Law, we know that’s not always the case and will advocate for injured motorcyclists after a major accident.
The injuries to motorcyclists can be severe. Even a good helmet and proper riding gear are not enough to fully protect a rider from harm. We’ll consider the various ways your injuries have affected your quality of life.
Semi-Truck Accident Claims
Oregon and Washington count on the commercial trucking industry to keep the economy going and our shelves stocked. Many people who operate 18-wheelers are responsible, but collisions with large trucks can happen on highways and surface streets. The sheer size and weight of a loaded tractor-trailer mean the effects of these crashes can be devastating.
If you were hit by a big rig?, Walton Injury Law is here to help. After a large commercial truck accident, our lawyers are prepared to hold negligent truckers and trucking companies liable for their role in a crash.
Rideshare Accident Claims
Plenty of people in the Pacific Northwest rely on Uber and Lyft to enjoy a night on the town responsibly or to simply get to and from the airport. While many rideshare drivers are careful and earn their five-star ratings, accidents can happen anywhere. In fact, these crashes may be caused by other drivers rather than the Uber or Lyft driver. Our attorney can help untangle the complicated liability and insurance issues related to rideshare accidents.
Bicycle Accident Claims
There’s a strong cycling culture in many parts of the Pacific Northwest. In fact, a few major cities in Oregon and Washington are bike-friendly, with protected bike lanes and other robust safety infrastructure for cyclists. Yet even with safety measures and attentive drivers, bike accidents can still happen. When they do, the injuries can be severe and possibly even life-threatening. Our lawyers can help local cyclists seek damages as they recuperate from injuries.
Pedestrian Accident Claims
Pedestrians are extremely vulnerable to injury. When a car hits a pedestrian, the injuries could be life-changing if not fatal. Our attorneys can help injured pedestrians in Washington and Oregon seek compensation after an accident. This applies to clients who are adults who may have been injured at night while running errands as well as minors who were struck by negligent drivers around schools and public parks.
Boating Accident Claims
Many people take to the water for recreation or to enjoy the sights the Pacific Northwest has to offer. It can be relaxing and rejuvenating to be on the Puget Sound or the Columbia River, yet there are many dangers. If you or a loved one gets injured while on a boat, yacht, pontoon, ferry, or other water vessel, our attorneys can hold the negligent party accountable.
Slip, Trip, and Fall Accident Claims
Slips, trips, and falls can happen anywhere. You may accidentally slip on a wet floor at your local Haggen or Zupan’s Market. You could lose your footing on broken sidewalks or pavement that’s in bad need of repair. If you get hurt in a slip, trip, or fall accident, you can count on Walton Injury Law to provide counsel and help you seek damages.
Premises Liability Claims
Premises liability claims cover slip and fall accidents as well as other kinds of property-related injuries. For instance, you may need a lawyer for a premises liability claim if a member of your family drowned at a public pool. If a local event space or venue didn’t have adequate security and you were injured as a result, you may also have a premises liability claim.
Whether it was a business or private residence, you can discuss your injuries with our lawyers, and we can let you know if you have a premises liability case.
Dog Bite and Animal Attack Claims
Dog owners throughout the Pacific Northwest have a responsibility to protect others from potential injuries. That’s why there are numerous leash laws on the books. When dog owners or owners of exotic pets are not careful, people could get hurt. Walton Injury Law is here to help people who were attacked or mauled by dangerous dogs and other animals. If the attack victim was a child, our team can consider the long-term psychological impact this traumatic experience could have on them.
Construction Accident Claims
As more people move to the Pacific Northwest to raise families and enjoy a better quality of life, that means more construction and development projects. This also means the risk of serious injuries at construction sites or around these areas.
Walton Injury Law can help if you’re a local resident who got injured because of negligence by a construction crew or construction company. Our attorneys can also help injured construction workers who were hurt in a workplace accident. These construction workers may be eligible to file a third-party claim to supplement their workers’ compensation benefits.
Nursing Home Abuse Claims
We count on nursing homes to provide quality care for the elderly. Many assisted-living facilities and senior communities in Washington and Oregon offer a comfortable environment for people in their golden years. However, there are some nursing homes in which residents are mistreated or neglected. When this happens, our lawyers can help.
Walton Injury Law can assist with cases involving these types of elder abuse:
- Physical abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Neglectful care
- Sexual abuse and misconduct
- Financial abuse
When working on nursing home abuse cases, our priority will be ensuring the health, safety, and protection of your loved one. When your elderly loved one is out of a harmful situation, we can then hold the abusive staff member or the management of the nursing home accountable for the harm that’s been done.
Catastrophic Injury Cases
Catastrophic injuries refer to injuries that cause permanent disabilities or long-term changes to your mobility and health. In many situations, catastrophic injuries prevent people from doing daily activities or certain duties at work, even after they’ve fully recovered from their injuries.
Examples of catastrophic injuries include:
- Fractured bones
- Joint injuries
- Damage to internal organs
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries (SCI)
- Loss of limbs
When working on personal injury litigation, our lawyers will note if you suffered any catastrophic injuries and how they impact your livelihood and overall quality of life.
Wrongful Death Lawsuits
If you lose a family member in a fatal accident, you have our deepest sympathies. When you feel ready to share what happened, the team at Walton Injury Law can discuss filing a wrongful death lawsuit. These kinds of legal claims help surviving family members seek compensation after suffering a tragic loss.
Damages in a wrongful death lawsuit include funeral expenses, grief counseling, loss of companionship, and the mental anguish associated with the death of a loved one.
Survival Actions
In addition to wrongful death claims, Walton Injury Law can also help families with survival actions. These kinds of legal actions are filed to seek compensation for harm done to the estate of the deceased person from the time of injury to the time they eventually pass.
Our attorneys can work with grieving families as well as representatives of the deceased’s estate in order to seek maximum compensation following a tragic loss.
Why Choose Walton Injury Law for Your Legal Case?
There are many law firms that serve residents of the Pacific Northwest after major accidents and workplace disputes. Yet many people still count on Walton Injury Law to provide strong legal representation after they’ve been injured or wronged.
Here are some of the most compelling reasons why people in Washington and Oregon come to our law firm for legal help.
- Available to Clients 24/7: Our lawyers know that emergencies and major concerns can arise at any time of the day. Our law firm takes messages 24/7, and our attorneys will get back to you as soon as possible.
- We Are Prepared to Go to Trial: Walton Injury Law will not settle a claim for less than it is worth. If we can’t negotiate a fair settlement, we’re ready to go to trial to seek damages.
- Free Case Reviews: You should be able to speak with a legal professional without paying any fees. We offer free case evaluations so you can share your story with us. Our lawyers can let you know what steps you can take next.
- Representation on a Contingency Fee Basis: Walton Injury Law operates on a contingency fee basis for many types of cases. That means clients don’t pay unless we win. Our law firm is in this together with you.
Contact Our Injury Attorneys Serving Washington and Oregon
Whether you live in Washington State or Oregon, you can trust the team at Walton Injury Law to help you seek compensation. If you’ve been hurt by a negligent party or faced discrimination at your job, our lawyers are here to help.
To set up a free consultation at Walton Injury Law, contact our attorneys today. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing your legal options.