Our client, Ms. N, was injured in a rear-end crash caused by a driver who was texting and driving. The other driver's insurance company refused to pay his $100,000 liability insurance to our client. After giving the insurance company many opportunities to settle within the policy limits, we took the case to court. The jury awarded her $974,000 in damages.
Car Accident Lawyers
Serving Seattle
Seattle aims to end all traffic injuries and deaths by 2030, but these accidents are still alarmingly common.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a crash, a car accident lawyer can help you recover the compensation you need and deserve.
Quick Law Group, PLLC provides personal, fearless, and aggressive advocacy for those injured in car accidents in Seattle, WA. We invite you to book a free consultation with our attorneys today.
One Car Accident Can Change Your Life
Auto accidents are extremely traumatic experiences that can affect you and your family forever. Following an auto accident, you might be left with a haunting memory of the event that prevents you from ever feeling safe in a vehicle, or you might be left with a serious injury that prevents you from going back to work or participating in the activities you once loved.
Our Seattle car accident lawyers have been practicing personal injury law for nearly 70 years combined. They understand how an auto accident can affect you and your family. That's why they work with trusted experts to hold negligent drivers accountable and help injured clients recover the compensation they deserve.
One Client's Testimonial After Working With Quick Law Group
"Brad Fulton is the best. Met me in my home. Negotiated and guided me through everything after a really bad head on with a drunk. Really cares and cares more about clients than money. I recommend him to anyone that will listen." Art J.
Injured in a Motor Vehicle Accident? Request a Free Case Review With Quick Law Group, PLLC
Our car accident lawyers have decades of combined legal experience and are ready to take your case to court to recover the maximum compensation possible.
We offer free consultations at our Bellevue personal injury law office, or we can come to you if necessary. To book your free case review, write to us online or call Quick Law Group:
(425) 576-8150
How to Protect Yourself After a Car Accident Tips from Our Auto Accident Attorneys
Contact Our Law Firm
If you or a loved one was injured in a car accident, contact our Seattle car accident attorneys as soon as possible. During your free consultation, we can review your case and recommend the next steps.
Get Medical Care Right Away
Whether you think you sustained a serious injury or not, you should see a doctor right away to get an accurate diagnosis. This can prove incredibly important to your car accident claim.
Don't Settle With Insurance Companies
If the other driver's insurance company contacts you, do not speak to them until you have had a chance to speak to our auto accident attorneys. Don't accept any settlements until you talk to us.
File a Police Report
You must contact the police and file a police report immediately after the motor vehicle accident. Our attorneys can help you obtain a copy of the report.
Keep Track of Every Record
Take photos of any property damage or injuries sustained during the auto accident. Keep track of medical bills, lost wages, or any other expenses that you might have incurred as a result of your crash.
Can You Afford a Car Accident Lawyer? Yes You Can, and Here's How
Free Consultations
Our personal injury attorneys offer free consultations for car accident victims. Simply fill out our online form or call us to get started.
Contingency Services
Your family does not have to worry about paying for legal services until (or unless) we recover compensation on your behalf.
"Five stars is not enough!"
"As another reviewer said - 'Five stars is not enough!' I was very focused on finding highly experienced, knowledgeable, and practical counsel to handle my matter. Matt Quick and the Quick Law Group (QLG) provided all that and more. QLG did an excellent job and obtained a great result. I would highly recommend QLG to my friends and family, if they ever had a need for such services." W. David M.
After a Car Accident, You Have Two Options:
If you sustain injuries or property damage during an auto accident, there are two ways that our personal injury attorneys can help you recover compensation.
Filing an Insurance Claim
We'll begin by filing a car accident claim with the other driver's insurance company. Because insurance companies often try to settle car accident cases quickly, they might offer a lower amount than what you deserve. Our car accident lawyers will negotiate on your behalf to achieve a fair settlement.
Filing a Lawsuit
If the insurance company refuses to offer a fair settlement, our injury lawyers will help you file a lawsuit so that you can recover the compensation you truly deserve. As our client, you can depend on us to pursue nothing less than the restitution you are owed, even when that means going to court.
Vision Zero: Seattle's Plan to End Traffic Deaths and Injuries by 2030
Vision Zero is Seattle's plan to create safer streets and connect people, places, and products through a high-quality transportation system. The goal is to prevent all traffic-related deaths and serious injuries on Seattle's streets by the year 2030.
Why zero? Because zero is the only acceptable number of people that should be harmed by traffic accidents.
Quick Law Group, PLLC is proud to be part of a community that is taking such bold steps in the name of public safety. However, when motor vehicle accidents occur along the way to pursuing this goal, our Seattle car accident lawyers are here to protect the rights of innocent victims.
Seattle Car Accident Statistics Thousands of Crashes Statewide Every Year
Despite the city's plan to end all traffic deaths and injuries by 2030, Seattle still sees an alarming number of car crashes each year. According to the City of Seattle's Department of Transportation, 90% of all serious or fatal crashes occur on arterial streets (high-capacity urban roads).
2021 Crash Statistics*
| Total Crashes | Total Fatal Crashes | Suspected Serious Injuries from Crashes | Suspected Minor Injuries from Crashes | |
| Statewide | 103,303 | 596 | 2,507 | 10,203 |
| King County | 28,389 | 126 | 637 | 3,012 |
| Seattle | 8,001 | 44 | 204 | 1,076 |
2022 Crash Statistics*
| Total Crashes | Total Fatal Crashes | Suspected Serious Injuries from Crashes | Suspected Minor Injuries from Crashes | |
| Statewide | 103,181 | 685 | 2,507 | 10,934 |
| King County | 29,855 | 16 | 707 | 3,377 |
| Seattle | 8,394 | 44 | 245 | 1,179 |
2023 Crash Statistics*
| Total Crashes | Total Fatal Crashes | Suspected Serious Injuries from Crashes | Suspected Minor Injuries from Crashes | |
| Statewide | 89,124 | 710 | 2,859 | 10,198 |
| King County | 26,102 | 149 | 754 | 3,348 |
| Seattle | 7,239 | 31 | 269 | 1,200 |
*Data from the WA State Crash Data Portal
Seattle's Most Dangerous Roadways
Car accident data collected throughout the 2010s determined that these roads are among Seattle's most hazardous.
Most Common Causes of Car Accidents in the Seattle Area
According to the City of Seattle's Department of Transportation, these are the biggest contributing factors to car crashes in the Seattle area:
Distracted Driving
From 2016 to 2019, there was a 300% increase in distracted driving, contributing to 3,000 crashes annually. Distracted driving includes texting, eating, adjusting the stereo, and any other tasks that distract you from driving.
Impaired Driving
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol contributes to an average of 500 crashes annually and 20% of fatal crashes each year.
Speeding
Speeding accounts for approximately 20% of all fatal crashes.
Failure to Yield to Pedestrians
Failure to yield to pedestrians results in more than 200 injury collisions and 10% of fatal pedestrian collisions every year.
A Client's 5-Star Review
"Liz Quick is a brilliant trial attorney. I was the plaintiff in my case and I remember sitting in that courtroom thinking 'She is incredible!' She operated with such ease and such confidence in what she was doing that I just couldn’t be anything less than in total awe of her. She also was amazingly pleasant to just be around. When you are feeling as vulnerable as I felt during during the trial, having someone on your side like Liz meant so much." Deanna Z.
Free Consultations Speak to a Car Accident Attorney Today
If you would like to learn more about your options after a car accident, contact the Quick Law Group, PLLC personal injury team. We offer free consultations and contingency services so that individuals from all walks of life can afford the legal representation they need and deserve.
Our attorneys can evaluate your case and help you determine your next steps. Get started today by sending us a message or calling us:
(425) 576-8150
Our Car Accident
Verdicts & Settlements
Our car accident lawyers are dedicated to helping clients receive maximum compensation following a crash. As trained trial lawyers, we are not afraid to go to court to recover the maximum compensation possible for your injury claim.
Here are some of the verdicts we have been able to secure for accident victims:
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Injuries from Rear-End Collision Caused by a Distracted Driver
Our client, Mr. J, was injured in a rear-end collision caused by a driver who was taking pictures of scenery while driving. The other driver's rental car company refused to pay for the injuries our client suffered and offered a small, unjust settlement. Our injury lawyers took the rental car company to court and recovered $212,998 on behalf of our client.
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Verdict for Injuries from Rollover Collision
Our client, Mr. B, was injured in a T-bone, double rollover collision after another driver was speeding in a 25-mile-per-hour zone on a hilly road in the dark. Because our client's joint damage was not visible on an X-ray or MRI, the insurance company denied his injury claim. Our car accident attorneys took the case to court and recovered $265,000.
Our tactful yet firm approach with insurance companies and opposing counsel makes it possible for us to favorably resolve many cases without having to go to trial. However, our attorneys are no beginners when it comes to the courtroom, and our personal injury law office in Bellevue is purposefully located just two minutes away from the King County District Court building. With six- and seven-figure victories for car accident victims under our belts, we are more than prepared to represent your best interests in a court of law.
Ready to Assist Meet Our Dedicated Car Accident Lawyers
What Clients Are Saying
"Matt and Liz have great experience and provide exceptional service dealing with the personal injury cases. Not only do they give you an honest assessment of your case, deal with the insurance companies on your behalf, guide and support you though the process, they also share their experience with what kind of medical advice to seek to help you get better. I have already recommended Matt and Liz to some friends and will happily do this again." Svetlana R.
Contact a Lawyer Before It's Too Late
Personal Injury Statute of Limitations
In Washington, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is three years from the date of your accident.
Wrongful Death Statute of Limitations
If your loved one was killed in a car accident caused by the negligence of another party, you also have three years from the date of their death to file a lawsuit.
If you do not file a claim before the three years are up, you may lose the right to recover any compensation. Contact our law firm as soon as possible to avoid hurting the outcome of your case.
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Washington's Liability and Insurance Laws
Comparative Fault
Washington is a comparative fault state, meaning that if a person is partially at fault for an accident, their compensation will be reduced by the amount they are at fault. For example, if a person is determined to be 20% at fault for the accident and is also determined to have suffered $10,000 in losses, their compensation will be reduced to $8,000.
No Damage Caps
Some states limit the compensation you can receive from a settlement or jury award for an injury claim. However, Washington does not have any caps on the compensation you can receive.
Damages You Can Recover With the Help of Our Seattle Car Accident Attorneys
In Washington, compensatory damages fall into two categories: economic and non-economic.
Economic damages can be measured in terms of monetary losses, such as the value of your vehicle or medical bills. Non-economic damages represent compensation for losses not measured in terms of money, like pain, anguish, or disfigurement.
This is not intended to represent a complete list of the damages you may be eligible for as a victim of a Seattle car accident, but rather as an overview of types of damages commonly considered in car accident lawsuits.
This category of economic damages may encompass the cost to repair or replace your vehicle, bills from the towing company, the cost of a rental car, and personal effects lost or damaged in the crash.
This type of economic damages is meant to compensate a victim for diminished earning capacity as a result of injury or disability. The amount can be calculated using paystubs prior to the accident.
These economic damages encompasses hospital bills, medications, rehabilitation services, cost estimates for ongoing care, newly required mobility or in-home accommodations, and more.
Non-economic damages in this area compensate a victim for their physical pain, emotional anguish, and greater psychological trauma that results from the accident.
This category of non-economic damages compensates a victim for their inability to do activities they previously enjoyed, like cooking, traveling, exercising, and attending school.
The children, parents, or spouse of an injured victim can file for this form of non-economic damages, which accounts for intangible intimate losses, like a loss of affection, comfort, or companionship.
Frequently Asked Questions About Car Accidents
Is it worth hiring an attorney after a car accident even if I don't think I'm seriously hurt?
Yes. Injuries often seem minor after an accident, but can have serious effects that are not immediately apparent. Car accident attorneys work with medical experts to diagnose your injuries and predict how they will affect you for the rest of your life. With the help of an injury lawyer, you can recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and any pain and suffering caused by the collision.
Can I get a settlement for a car accident without a lawyer?
You can receive a settlement from an insurance company, but there are some downsides to settling a case without a lawyer. Insurance companies often try to settle cases quickly and for the lowest amount possible. But our car accident lawyers will fight to recover an amount that truly covers the losses caused by the accident. The fact is that you might not even know the true extent of your losses; our attorneys can make that determination and go to work pursuing justice.
What is a reasonable settlement for a car accident?
A reasonable settlement is one that accounts for the full extent of the physical injuries, property damage, and other losses caused by your accident. It should include past and future medical bills, lost wages, and emotional losses.
How much do lawyers charge for accident claims?
There are zero up-front costs when you hire a car accident lawyer with our firm. Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, meaning they do not get paid until (and unless) they are able to recover a settlement or verdict on your behalf.
How long does it take to collect?
Every car accident case is different, so the length of time it takes to reach a settlement or verdict varies. Our law firm tries to recover the highest possible compensation in the least amount of time, but we are willing to work with you as long as it takes to recover what you truly deserve. If necessary, we will take the case to trial.
Why might my case take a long time?
While insurance companies are more interested in settling your case as quickly as possible, our car accident lawyers are dedicated to recovering the amount of compensation you need in order to restore the life you had before your accident, or achieve the closest restoration possible. Again, since your attorney collects no fees unless they win your case or achieve a settlement, they have every incentive to fight for maximum compensation.
When should I contact a lawyer after a car accident?
We recommend that you contact a lawyer immediately after your accident. A personal injury lawyer can guide you in the right direction and ensure that you take all of the right steps to ensure a positive outcome to your case.
Have More Questions? We Have Answers Talk to Our Injury Lawyers During a Free Case Review
Personal injury claims can be incredibly complex, but you don't have to do it alone. Quick Law Group, PLLC, has been serving clients in Seattle and the surrounding communities since 2008.
We provide the support, answers, and aggressive representation that accident victims need to get back on their feet and get back to their normal lives as soon as possible following a collision.
To talk to one of our injury lawyers about your case, request a free consultation online or call us:
(425) 576-8150
Helping Clients Through Difficult Times
"My husband and I worked with Matt after his motor vehicle accident. He was patient with my husband as he grappled to understand his injuries as well as the legal system without previous accidents and with Spanish as his primary language. Medical bills and a long term plan were initially overwhelming but taking it one step at a time and checking in regularly allowed for a helpful and safe outcome in every way." Taralee A.
