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The short answer. In Washington most injury claims must be filed within three years (RCW 4.16.080(2)). The trial court for King County sits in Seattle, at 516 3rd Ave, Rm C-203, Seattle, WA 98104-2361. To talk it through, send the form on this page and we will work to connect you with an attorney in our network.
An injury changes the pace of your days. Medical visits, paperwork and worry about money can crowd out everything else. If you were hurt in SeaTac because of another person’s actions, this page explains how Washington treats injury claims so you can plan your next step.
A quick note on what this page is: general information about Washington injury law, written from the statutes, from a matching service that does not practice law. It is meant to help you ask good questions, not to decide your case.
Questions Worth Asking In SeaTac
Whoever you speak to, a few answers tell you a lot:
- The date. Ask for the specific last day to file in your case. The general rule is three years (RCW 4.16.080(2)).
- Any ceiling. Ask whether any rule restricts the amount you could recover in Washington.
- If you were partly to blame. Ask what happens to your award if a jury finds you share the blame (RCW 4.22.005).
- Who will work on it. Ask who handles your file day to day and how fast messages are answered.
- Fees and costs. Ask what the fee is, when it is paid, and which expenses are deducted from a settlement.
Personal Injury Types of Cases
Motor Vehicle Accidents
As long as the person that was operating the vehicle that injured you was negligent in some way, you can could have a claim for compensation. This can include.
- Car Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Bicycle Accidents
- 18 wheeler Accidents
- Motorcycle crashes
- Drunk Driving
- Distracted Driving
- Aggressive Driving
- and other types of motor vehicle accidents
Work Place Accidents
These types of personal injury lawsuits involve more that just a employee and employer. If you feel like your place of employment was negligent in some way, you might have a claim for compensation. These types of accidents can include.
- Slip and Fall
- Unsafe working conditions
- Unmaintained equipment
- Auto Accidents
- Death
- Electrical Hazards
- Occupational illnesses like COPD, contagious diseases, and asbestosis
- personal injuries at work
Premises Liability
Many premises liability claims are from a property owner’s duty to maintain a property in the way that does not endanger others. There are may ways a property owner can violate this duty.
- Broken Stairs
- Unlit alleyways
- Slippery Floors
- Surfaces that are uneven
- Places to receive burns
- Places to receive chemical exposure
- Dog bites
- and other dangerous conditions
Wrongful Death
When negligence leads to fatal injuries, a wrongful death suit can help the surviving family members hold the negligent company, persons, and or person accountable for what was done. A wrongful death case can involve different types of compensation from other personal injury claims. After a fatal accident, family members can ask an attorney to review what compensation the surviving loved ones may have a right to. These types of accidents can include.
- Auto Accident
- Maritime Accident
- Drowning
- Electrocution
- Falls
- Helicopter Accident
- Fire
- Firearm
- and other types of wrongful deaths
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When You Were Partly At Fault
Washington does not shut the door on someone who shares the blame. RCW 4.22.005 sets the rule.
Your own share of the fault reduces your award in proportion to that share, and no fixed percentage ends the claim by itself, though a few narrow statutory exceptions can still bar a claim (RCW 4.22.005). Photographs, witness names and medical records help show where the fault lies.
What An Award Can Include
Washington does not put a general statutory ceiling on damages for an injury. How fault is assigned can also change the amount.
Keep every bill and record, because they carry the claim.
Filing Deadlines For Injury Claims
The general time limit for an injury claim in Washington is three years (RCW 4.16.080(2)). A child may have more time, and a few other limited situations extend the period too (RCW 4.16.190).
A wrongful death claim is brought by the personal representative, and the general three year period of RCW 4.16.080(2) applies (RCW 4.20.010, RCW 4.20.020, RCW 4.20.046). If a government body may be responsible, the steps can differ (RCW 4.92.090, 4.92.100, 4.92.110). Missing the date usually ends the case, so ask any attorney to name the exact last day for yours.
The Court and Hospitals Behind a SeaTac Claim
SeaTac lies in King County, according to Census Bureau place and county names. The Washington court directory lists the superior court for King County in Seattle, at 516 3rd Ave, Rm C-203, Seattle, WA 98104-2361. The state list of trauma centers names Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, in King County as well, as a Level I trauma center. In King County, that list shows MultiCare Auburn Medical Center in Auburn as a Level III trauma center. That list also names Overlake Medical Center & Clinics in Bellevue, in King County, as a Level III trauma center.
Measured in a straight line from SeaTac, the nearest hospitals in the federal Hospital General Information file are Highline Medical Center in Burien, 2.2 miles, an acute care hospital, then Valley Medical Center in Renton, 3.9 miles, an acute care hospital, then Multicare Auburn Medical Center in Auburn, 9.9 miles, an acute care hospital. Highline Medical Center is at 16251 Sylvester Road Sw, Burien, WA 98166.
Road distance from SeaTac is longer than a straight line. Wherever you were treated, ask for the full records and an itemized bill, and keep a list of every visit.
The file also lists St. Francis Community Hospital in Federal Way at 10.5 miles and Multicare Covington Medical Center in Covington at 10.8 miles. Counting hospitals in a straight line from SeaTac: 3 within 10 miles, 23 within 25 miles, 28 within 50 miles.
Other places this site covers near SeaTac: Renton at 5.4 miles northeast, Kent at 5.5 miles southeast, Federal Way at 9.3 miles south. Seattle is 12 miles north of SeaTac and Spokane is 227 miles east.
Beginning Your Case Review In SeaTac
Fill in the form at the top of this page. NeedAnAttorney.net reviews your details and works to match you with an attorney in our network who may handle cases in Washington. The form is free to use, and sending it does not mean you have hired anyone.
While you wait, write down what happened and when, who saw it, what treatment you have received and how many days of work you missed. Put bills, letters and insurance messages in one folder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which court would hear an injury case from SeaTac?
The court is chosen by the type and size of the case and where the injury happened. Ask your attorney to confirm it. The court listing described above names the local court locations.
How many years do I have to sue after an injury in Washington?
Most injury claims must be filed within three years (RCW 4.16.080(2)). Children and some other limited situations can have more time (RCW 4.16.190). A claim against a government body has its own notice step (RCW 4.92.090, 4.92.100, 4.92.110).
Can I still recover if the accident was partly my fault?
Under Washington law, your own share of the fault reduces your award in proportion to that share, and no fixed percentage ends the claim by itself, though a few narrow statutory exceptions can still bar a claim (RCW 4.22.005). Insurers often raise this point first. An attorney can explain how the rule fits your facts.
How much can I recover for pain and suffering in Washington?
Pain and suffering is proved by the facts of your case, so ask which rules, if any, apply to your claim. The amount depends on the facts of your claim. Ask an attorney whether any rule reaches your claim.
How much insurance does the other driver have to have?
At least $25,000 for injury to one person, $50,000 for injury to two or more people in one accident and $10,000 for property damage (RCW 46.30.020(1)(a) and RCW 46.29.090(1)). A serious injury can cost more than the other driver’s policy pays. Keep the other driver’s insurance details from the day of the crash.
What is the nearest hospital to SeaTac?
On the federal list the nearest hospital is Highline Medical Center in Burien (2.2 miles, straight line), then Valley Medical Center in Renton (3.9 miles) and Multicare Auburn Medical Center in Auburn (9.9 miles). In an emergency call 911; not every hospital has an emergency room.
Which nearby places does this site cover besides SeaTac?
Closest by straight line are Renton (5.4 miles northeast), Kent (5.5 miles southeast) and Federal Way (9.3 miles south).
Do I have to give notice before suing a government body?
Special rules may apply. Special claim or notice steps can apply (RCW 4.92.090, 4.92.100, 4.92.110). The notice steps can differ from those for other claims. Write down the date and place of the injury.
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