When a crash stops your day
Seattle Car Accident Lawyers
The moments after a wreck can feel like a blur. If you’re searching for a Seattle car accident lawyer, we’ll help you sort next steps and protect your claim. From I-5 and I-90 to SR-99 through Downtown, Capitol Hill, Ballard, and Queen Anne, we handle collisions across the city and coordinate care with Harborview Medical Center when injuries need fast attention. When insurers start calling, we step in so you can focus on getting back on your feet.
What we’ll do first
A clear plan early on can change the outcome later. Here’s how we get started after a Seattle crash:
- Preserve evidence: photos, videos, intersection timing, and vehicle data.
- Handle insurer calls: report basics without recorded statements that can be used out of context.
- Evaluate damages: medical needs, time away from work, and repair estimates.
- Manage repairs/rental: help with shop coordination and loss-of-use documentation.
Call us - we’ll help you understand what to do, what to avoid, and how the process unfolds over the next few weeks.
Washington insurance made simple
Washington is a fault-based state, so the at-fault driver’s insurer generally pays for damages. Personal Injury Protection (PIP) can help with early medical bills and part of your lost wages regardless of fault, and uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage may step in when the other driver lacks insurance. Most injury claims have a general three-year window. We’ll review your declarations page, confirm coverages, and map out how each one supports your recovery.
Building a strong Seattle case
Evidence explains what happened and why. We request police reports, collect medical records, and document property damage from day one. Local context matters—merges onto I-5, signal timing on SR-99, bus lane conflicts downtown, and sightlines on neighborhood arterials all factor into liability. If blame is disputed, we use photos, witnesses, and location details to keep fault percentages fair.
Support that meets you where you are
Crashes disrupt more than cars and calendars. Missed shifts, childcare, and canceled plans are real losses that deserve to be considered. We answer questions quickly, keep you updated, and help you track day-to-day impacts so insurers don’t overlook them. Whether your collision happened near South Lake Union, the waterfront, or a steep Queen Anne corridor, we’ll align appointments and paperwork with your routine.
FAQ
At-fault vs. no-fault in Seattle—how do these factors affect my claim after a downtown crash?
Washington is fault-based, which means the driver who caused the collision is responsible for damages. Claims typically run through that driver’s insurer, and we use evidence like photos, traffic signal data, and witnesses to establish what happened on corridors like I-5 or SR-99.
Do I have PIP on my Washington auto policy, and how does it help after a wreck on I-90?
Many policies include Personal Injury Protection, which can cover early medical bills and part of wage loss regardless of fault. We’ll review your declarations page, confirm limits, and coordinate benefits so early bills don’t derail treatment.
Who fixes my car after a Seattle collision, and how do rental cars work?
We coordinate with the at-fault insurer or your carrier to arrange car or motorcycle repairs and, when eligible, a rental or loss-of-use payment. Keep shop estimates and timelines—clear documentation helps ensure you’re made whole for time without your vehicle.
What if I’m partly at fault for a crash in Capitol Hill or Ballard?
You can still recover in Washington. Any award may be reduced by your share of fault, which is why scene photos, lane markings, and witness statements matter. We collect the details insurers often miss to keep those percentages fair.
How fast should I call a lawyer after a wreck near Queen Anne or Downtown?
As soon as you can. Camera footage can be overwritten within days, and early adjuster calls may push for recorded statements. A quick conversation helps protect your claim and gets the evidence process started—call us and we’ll outline next steps today.
