December 14, 2015 , Personal Injury
The #1 thing you need to do to prove wage loss in your accident claim
A common issue that affects accident victims is that when they're recovering from an accident, they can't work. Does this mean that you've got to take whatever time you've accrued in sick leave, or paid time off in order to not go without income whil...
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December 10, 2015 , Personal Injury
3800 violators of the Move Over Law
It seems like it would be impossible to miss the flashing police lights and hazards on the highway, evidence of a state trooper or EMTs at an accident scene. Those lights are so bright and designed to be seen from far off, to give drivers a chance to...
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December 7, 2015 , Personal Injury
Tips on making your holiday season safer
I'm seeing many cars driving along with a tree strapped to the roof lately. It's Christmas season, and with it comes an increased risk of house fires. The State Fire Marshal’s Office would like to remind residents to be fire safe with their ho...
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December 4, 2015 , Personal Injury
Appellate Law Update
Each month I send out an Appellate Law Update to lawyers of various persuasions in Whatcom and Skagit Counties. It's a summary of some cases that is intended to bring attention to recent developments in the law regarding civil procedure, evidence, to...
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December 2, 2015 , Personal Injury
Uninsured Motorist: The Hamilton Rule [VIDEO]
It might be natural to think that it’s easy enough to file your own claim to recover damages if you’re not the at fault driver. The insurance company commercials certainly make it seem that way, that all you need to do is call and they show up, h...
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December 1, 2015 , Personal Injury
5 Things you can do to make your drive in fog safer
Yesterday’s drive through Bellingham was especially foggy, which made me think about another driving tips blog post. Did you know that driving in fog is considered to be the most dangerous weather hazard? It’s because fog is the number one cause ...
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November 25, 2015 , Personal Injury
Accident victims need answers. Bill Coats Law on YouTube provides them.
If you've been involved in an automobile accident, you likely have many questions about what happens next. Suddenly you're immersed in the world of insurance adjusters, auto body mechanics, and medical specialists trying to help you get back on your ...
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November 24, 2015 , Personal Injury
Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone
It's the time of year to remind ourselves and each other of all our many blessings, and to think of our friends and loved ones who help us through times where we don't feel those blessings as strongly. Take it from Willie Nelson - count your blessing...
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November 23, 2015 , Personal Injury
Tips for having a safe day on the slopes
Mt Baker Ski Area just opened, and everyone is hoping for a much snowier and longer season than last years'. With the fairly early opening this season, we're off to a good start and Whatcom and Skagit County skiers and snowboarders are heading back...
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November 21, 2015 , Personal Injury
One little known aspect of personal injury claims that can help accident victims live comfortably
It's so easy to take health for granted. And it's amazing how swiftly that can change. One split second in a car crash can make easy tasks like mowing the lawn or vacuuming the stairs grueling, dangerous, or downright impossible for days, months, may...
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