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Use Your Turn Signal, says Supreme Court

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The state Supreme Court says: yes, you must use your signal when turning or changing lanes.

RCW 46.61.305 states that “no person shall turn a vehicle or move right or left upon a roadway unless and until such movement can be made with reasonable safety nor without giving an appropriate signal in the manner hereinafter provided . . . a signal of intention to turn or move right or left when required shall be given continuously during not less than the last one hundred feet traveled by the vehicle before turning.

The court ruled unanimously that the phrase “when required” in state law dictates that drivers must use their signal continuously at least 100 feet ahead of making a turn or changing lanes.

“This ruling will have an impact on both driving infractions, as well as, personal injury cases where liability is an issue,” said Peter Abbarno, partner with Althauser Rayan Abbarno, a full service law firm in Centralia and Olympia. “This decision interprets the statutory language and should have some impact on cases of liability and probable cause.”

The ruling reverses the Court of Appeals that found a signal is required only when public safety is affected.  The decision came in the case of a Kennewick drunk driver who claimed a State Trooper had no cause to pull him over when he didn’t signal a turn.

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Althauser Rayan Abbarno, LLP has been representing individuals and businesses in our community since 1946. For a consultation in Centralia or Olympia call (360) 736-1301 or visit CentraliaLaw.com

 

 

Tax Considerations of a Personal Injury Case.

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A person is never truly “made whole” after being injured in a vehicle collision. Pain, Suffering, Mental Stress, Medical Costs, Lost Wages, Lost Time, Lost Memories . . .

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Having experienced Personal Injury Attorneys like Althauser Rayan Abbarno with you after your injury AND before your settlement can save you time, stress, and money. A common question before settlement or trial, is whether the compensation is taxable.  It Depends!

For a Free Consultation in Centralia or Olympia call (360) 754-5844 or visit CentraliaLaw.com. 

You may have questioned whether proceeds from settlement of a lawsuit is taxable income. Whether you must include the settlement proceeds in your income depends on all the facts and circumstances in your case.  Althauser Rayan Abbarno attorneys can help!

Many settlement payments consist of multiple elements that have been allocated by the parties. For example, an agreement may include allocations to back pay, emotional distress, and attorneys’ fees.  Generally, the IRS will not disturb an allocation if it is consistent with the substance of the settled claims.

Personal Physical Injuries

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I was hit by an uninsured driver. What should I do?

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I was hit by an uninsured driver! What should I do?

In the State of Washington, motorists are required to carry a minimum of Washington law requires that all motorists carry minimum liability insurance—at least $25,000 in bodily injury liability, up to $50,000 per accident, and $10,000 in property damage.

Unfortunately, an estimated 17.4% of drivers in Washington state are uninsured. This rate gives Washington the seventh highest uninsured rates in the United States.

If you are injured in a vehicle collision, there may not be enough money to pay your medical bills and fairly compensate you if the other driver was uninsured or carrying the state minimum. This is a common occurrence. Some injury clients have to rely on the following to pay for medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

1) Personal Injury Protection (PIP)

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Seattle Seahawks Injury Report versus New Orleans

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School Bus Laws and Safety!

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Students are back to school and buses are back on the road. The injury attorneys with Althauser Rayan Abbarno want to our students to be safe and remind our local drivers of the law. Here is a remind of the School Bus Laws in the State of Washington. 

Under Washington law, stopping for a school bus is required when the motorist is driving in the same direction as the bus or approaching an oncoming bus. If a driver is heading the opposite direction of the school bus, they must stop unless the roadway is divided by barrier. Bus drivers will use red stop signs and lights to signal such a stop.

Bus drivers may also use yellow lights to indicate they are slowing down and preparing to stop. Bus drivers are trained to be on the lookout for cars and use caution when making pickups and drop-offs, but the duty remains on other drivers to pay attention and obey the law to avoid an accident and keep children safe.

Injury Attorneys in Olympia and Centralia

Contact the law office of Althauser Rayan Abbarno today for a free consultation in Olympia or Centralia. This is your opportunity to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney about your case for free. Call (360) 736-1301 to get started on receiving a fair settlement from your personal injury case.

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Seattle Seahawks Preseason Injury Report

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Seattle Seahawks Injury Report for August 29, 2019

The Seattle Seahawks Injury Report brought to you by Althauser Rayan Abbarno with Free Injury Consultations in Olympia and Centralia.

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Preserving Evidence After a Car Accident or Injury!

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Preserving Evidence After a Car Accident or Injury!

Spoliation, in a legal context, is any act that renders potential evidence invalid, either intentionally or through negligence. In the case of a document, for example, destroying, altering or hiding it would all be considered spoliation if the document were relevant to current litigation.

In personal injury cases or car accident cases, that could be a video, documents, mechanic reports, or a vehicle’s black box.

A party with the knowledge of an incident or injury that has the possibility of being litigated has the duty and obligation to preserve the evidence- even if it is not favorable to them.

If you were injured in a car accident, at work, or due to the negligence of another, call Althauser Rayan Abbarno in Olympia or Centralia for a FREE Injury Consultation at (360) 736-1301.

It is important to have an attorney preserving the evidence soon after an accident or injury. Call (360) 736-1301 or visit CentraliaLaw.com for your free personal injury, workers’ Compensation or car accident consultation. #Abogado #WA_Attorneys

Protect Yourself After A Vehicle Collision!

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Many of us take our commutes for granted. Whether one hour or 10 minutes, routine commutes can be dangerous. Statistics evidence that 52% of all vehicle collisions occur within 5 miles of home and only 17% occur more than 20 miles away from home.

Maybe it is because we are more likely to drive near our residence. Maybe it is because we let our guard down when we are closer to home. Regardless, vehicle collisions can have a devastating impact on you and your family.

Being injured in a vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle, or pedestrian collision sets off a chain of events nobody is prepared for; medical bills and property damage are likely just tips of the iceberg. There may be lost wages, towing/impound fees; pain, suffering, and tons of confusing paperwork.

Althauser Rayan Abbarno injury attorneys are here when you need us most! Since 1946, our attorneys have helped injured clients throughout the State of Washington.

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How Medcial Debt Impacts Your Personal Injury Case!

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Car Accident and Personal Injury cases are complex. Victims want medical treatment to reach a full recovery and fair and just compensation. Financial Recovery includes several factors including the amount an insurance company compensates you and the amount you have to pay for your treatment.

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Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys will explain the treatment, cost, and recovery process with you at your initial Free Injury Consultation. For a Free Injury Consultation in Olympia or Centralia, call Althauser Rayan Abbarno at (360) 754-5844.

The purpose of most personal injury lawsuits is to recoup the financial losses incurred for medical treatment and the loss of property due to an injury that another party is responsible for. A medical lien grants medical care providers the right to compensation should the injured victim be awarded damages or agree to an out-of-court settlement.

The Medical Lien is a very important part of any personal injury case.

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“Attorneys Near Me”? Althauser Rayan Abbarno has Olympia and Centralia offices!

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Althauser Rayan Abbarno has been representing our community since 1946. Asking about “Attorneys Near Me”?  If you are looking for lawyers near you? The attorneys in Olympia and Centralia focus their efforts on providing quality and successful legal representation through a combination of resources, experience, and service.

Our local lawyers and professional staff are here when you need us most. Best of all our attorneys are near you and will meet with you personally.

Whether you were injured in an automobile collision and need a personal injury attorney; starting a new business, or planning your estate, our attorneys are ready and able to assist you throughout the process.

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Althauser Rayan Abbarno was nominated best place to work in Lewis County and Best Customer Service in Lewis County by the Daily Chronicle four (4) years in a row. In 2018, our office won Best Place to Work in Lewis County.

We are glad our community noticed- Our clients also notice through better results!! Come see the difference at Althauser Rayan Abbarno! Schedule your appointment with our attorneys in Olympia and Centralia by calling (360) 736-1301.

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