Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on April 14, 2019

Like many residents in Washington State, you may be watching the development of autonomous vehicle technology carefully. A major benefit touted as a primary reason for these vehicles is the elimination of human-caused accidents. In looking at statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, it may seem that this is a big need...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on March 25, 2019

Dashcams have risen in popularity over the past few years. As a responsible motorist, you have probably wondered if a dashcam is something you should consider purchasing. Dashcams are easy to use and most work the same: The cameras start recording when the engine is turned on, and stop recording when the engine is...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on March 22, 2019

In some parts of the country, winter weather is receding, and warmer temperatures are being welcomed. During the spring, many people enjoy spending time outside and some people want to get exercise by jogging or going for walks. Although this can be a great way to burn calories and enjoy the outdoors, it can...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on March 3, 2019

Residents in Washington State who are concerned about the ongoing problems associated with vehicle accidents may well be interested to learn about ways to improve safety on the road. Over the past few years, more and more companies are working to develop autonomous vehicles. There are many assertions made about how these vehicles may...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on February 15, 2019

When your family hits the road in Washington, you may think your young child will be safe in the car as long as he or she sits in a car seat. However, there are many factors that determine how safe a child is in a safety seat and it is important for you to...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on January 27, 2019

When people are involved in a car accident in Washington, they may provide conflicting reports of what happened during the events that led to the collision. While investigators use a variety of means to identify who is at fault including the use of evidence and crash reconstruction, there may still be some gray areas...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on January 11, 2019

With the notorious gray weather of Washington, it is not unusual for you to encounter days when fog is prevalent and the air seems thick. While you may be used to this weather, driving in it requires you to pay extra attention as your visibility is greatly limited. At Elk & Elk Co., Ltd,...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on January 5, 2019

When people get in their car to drive somewhere in Washington, they take on the responsibility to drive safely and follow the rules to protect themselves and their passengers. However, they cannot control the actions of other drivers who may not be paying as much attention to the critical task of driving. In unfortunate...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on December 28, 2018

In many areas of the country, individuals who have lost a loved one in an accident due to another person’s negligence are eligible for wrongful death benefits, regardless of whether that individual supported a spouse, child or family member.But Washington has limitations on who can receive wrongful death benefits. In Washington, the husband, wife, domestic...

Posted in Firm News, Motor Vehicle Accidents on December 26, 2018

According to a 2015 report by CBS News, 30 U.S. residents die a day in motor vehicle car accidents involving an alcohol-impaired driver. This stat comes from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is no secret that this number spikes exponentially during the holiday season, especially right around New Year’s. In fact,...