- Ryan Nute | January 31, 2007 8:47 AM |
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Automobile Accidents89-year old Mo Chuo Lee was struck by a car while crossing Mill Plain Boulevard in Vancover, Washington. He was taken to a hospital but died from his injuries.Mr. Lee was not in a crosswalk; however, other cars had stopped to let him pass. Reportedly those cars blocked the view of the driver whose car struck Mr. Lee.Read more: kgw.com
- Ryan Nute | January 11, 2007 9:17 AM |
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Automobile AccidentsA number of motor vehicle collisions have occurred lately in Kitsap County, some of which are apparently attributable to slick and icy roads. Gemma Zapata Collins of Bremerton was killed in a crash after apparently losing control on an icy road. Fortunately, the driver of the truck she collided with is reportedly uninjured.Two collisions also occurred Wednesday morning on the Hood Canal...
- Ryan Nute | January 10, 2007 9:02 AM |
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Automobile AccidentsAn SUV being driven by a 15-year old boy crashed in Kalama Tuesday, killing a passenger, critically injuring another and hospitalizing two others.The passenger who died was named Samantha Garner. Reportedly the accident occurred when the SUV rolled over and struck a tree. Fortunately the driver and two other passengers did not sustain life-threatening injuries.The driver's parents may well...
- Ryan Nute | January 09, 2007 10:09 AM |
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MiscellaneousMany people dream about taking a cruise. Rarely do they dream that they might need insurance in case they get hurt on the voyage. Cruise insurance policies are becoming more common as cruising increases in popularity.Cruise policies include coverage for trip cancellation/interruption, medical and evacuation coverage. Policies can also include coverage for the cost of traveling to the ship's...
- Ryan Nute | January 08, 2007 3:57 PM |
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MiscellaneousJoy Harris, owner of The Brits restaurant in downtown Longview, Washington, was mistakenly arrested by the police last month after a thief stole her license plates and replaced them with plates from a stolen car.Ms. Harris claims that the officers drew their revolvers and pointed them at her before handcuffing her. Fortunately she was released ten minutes later. However, she says it has taken...
- Ryan Nute | January 08, 2007 9:05 AM |
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Automobile AccidentsA skier was discovered last Friday at Mount Hood and was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials believe the skier (Geoffrey Scott Bradeen) had falled and was struck by a snowboarder when he tried to get up. The snowboarder has not yet been located. Apparently he had told others at the scene that he was going for help. Officials say they do not believe the snowboarder acted criminally but...
- Ryan Nute | January 08, 2007 9:00 AM |
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Automobile AccidentsA car crashed last Friday into a ditch in Ocean Shores. The car overturned and ended up in three feet of water. A man used mouth to mouth resuscitation to keep his father alive after he was knocked unconsicous and could not breathe.The accident happend when a driver missed a curve. The men were eventually freed by Ocean Shores firefighters. The resuscitated man is at Harborview Medical...
- Ryan Nute | January 05, 2007 5:30 PM |
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MiscellaneousThe Spokane Diocese--currently involved in bankruptcy proceedings--has filed a plan of reorganization which seeks approval of a proposed $48 million settlement with sex abuse victims and other creditors.The settlement was reached after a lengthy mediation with a U.S. Bankruptcy Court judge.Other settlements throughout the nation include the Tucson Diocese ($22 million) and the Portland Diocese...
- Ryan Nute | January 04, 2007 1:39 PM |
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Workplace InjuriesThe minimum wage in Washington is set to increase to $7.93 in 2007--the highest rate in the U.S. By contrast, the federal minimum wage is $5.15 (and has been unchanged since 1997). (States are free to require an increase in the minimum wage beyond the "floor" set by federal law.) Employees also have unique protections under Washington law when it comes to unpaid wages.Washington has a statute...
- Ryan Nute | January 04, 2007 1:08 PM |
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Automobile AccidentsUp for consideration in Bremerton is whether to spend nearly $100,000 for a transportation plan taking into account safety improvements for cyclists and pedestrians.The president of the West Sound Cycling Club, Scott Park, notes the dangers of cycling in Bremerton.A public works consultant wil assist in preparing a safety "to do" list for bikers, pedestrians, schoolchildren and the disabled. ...
- Ryan Nute | January 02, 2007 7:01 PM |
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Property Owner's Liability (Slip & Fall)You may be surprised to learn that the historical rule was that citizens could not sue their government for its negligent acts. The doctrine was called "sovereign immunity." While the limitations imposed by sovereign immunity have eroded considerably, there are still procedural hurdles today to filing a negligence claim against the State of Washington. As a procedural matter, all negligence...
- Ryan Nute | January 01, 2007 5:54 PM |
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Automobile AccidentsA Suquamish man was airlifted to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle following a collision on Highway 305 on Bainbridge Island last week.The accident happend when a pickup attempted to make a U-turn from the northbound lane into the southbound ferry holding lane, causing a collision with the injured man's Ford Taurus. The roof of the Taurus had to be cut away so the man could be rescued.Read...
- Ryan Nute | January 01, 2007 5:46 PM |
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Property Owner's Liability (Slip & Fall)The Lake Forest Park city council passed Ordinance 951, which reportedly prohibits King County from upgrading a section of the Burke Gilman Trail to improve its safety. Cascade Bicycle Club, a local bicycle advocacy group, is challenging the ordinance. The group filed an appeal with the Growth Management Hearings Board and contends that Ordinance 951 violates Washington's Growth Management Act....
- Ryan Nute | January 01, 2007 5:37 PM |
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Automobile AccidentsA head-on collision that occurred last week in Battle Ground, Washington killed two and injured two others.The accident occurred late at night last Wednesday and icy roads are believed to have contributed to the accident. One of the drivers and his passenger survived. They were identified as Nathan W. Doan and Zachery D. Mattox.Read more: Antonia Giedwoyn, kgw.com
- Ryan Nute | January 01, 2007 2:27 PM |
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Automobile AccidentsA collision in Thurston County late Sunday killed a 58-year old Seattle woman when her Honda CRV rolled over.Reportedly the vehicle drifted toward the shoulder, veered the opposite direction and hit a rock culvert. The vehicle rolled and the woman was ejected.You may have heard of a number of lawsuits against auto makers for injuries sustained in rollover accidents. At risk of...
- Ryan Nute | January 01, 2007 2:01 PM |
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Property Owner's Liability (Slip & Fall)Pit bulls and Rottweilers are the targets of proposed ordinances in two towns. Should they be defined as "potentially dangerous" or banned outright?The Richland council rejected a proposed ordinance while the Royal City council approved a ban on pit bulls and Rottweilers.As one might expect, the issue was hotly debated. Unfortunately many owners of dangerous dogs lack insurance coverage or...
- Ryan Nute | January 01, 2007 1:55 PM |
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Automobile AccidentsA collision which occurred last Friday on U.S. 2 in Wenatchee involving a state trooper injured the other driver and two teenage passengers. The State Patrol found that the trooper was at fault for failure to yield. The occupants of the other vehicle were taken to Central Washington Hospital.Read more: Seattle P-I
- Ryan Nute | January 01, 2007 1:37 PM |
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Automobile AccidentsA collision which occurred on Saturday afternoon in Vancouver killed Lynn Longrie and William D. Ball. The accident occurred in the 19000 block of Northeast Risto Road in Vancouver, Washington. Mr. Ball's wife was taken to the hospital to be treated for injuries sustained in the collision. The article does not indicate what caused the collision.Read more: The Oregonian
- Ryan Nute | January 01, 2007 1:23 PM |
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Automobile AccidentsLilian M. Johnston of Lacey was killed on Friday night in a collision in Shelton, Washington. Passenger Matthew Burns was also injured.Johnston and Burns were passengers in a vehicle driven by David T. Burns. Initial reports indicate Mr. Burns was unable to stop when exiting from northbound U.S. 101 to SR 108 and struck another vehicle. Mr. Burns may be charged with vehicular homicide for...
- Ryan Nute | January 01, 2007 1:19 PM |
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MiscellaneousATV Accident in Capitol Forest Kills Man; Passenger InjuredA collision with a tree early Saturday killed the driver of an ATV and seriously injured his passenger in Capitol Forest in Thurston County, Washington. The passenger, Cullen A. Jensen, sustained serious internal injuries and was transported to Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia. Alcohol and speed are believed to be contributing...