Car Accident & MVA

Car & Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer in Everett, WA

Car crashes are unexpected, stressful, and painful events that may seriously disrupt a victim’s life. You may worry about how you will pay for emergency medical care, follow-up treatment, rehabilitation, and out-of-pocket expenses. Moreover, you may need to take time off work to rest and recover.

Unfortunately, negotiating with an at-fault driver's insurer is not always easy. In most cases, insurance companies are focused on profit, and they will try to find some way in which you were at fault to reduce their own policyholders' liability. Snohomish Law PLLC fights for victims of negligent driving to seek the compensation they need and deserve in a negligence-based personal injury claim.

Call (425) 321-3487 or reach us online for a free case evaluation with an Everett car and motor vehicle accident attorney. We offer virtual consultations for your convenience, speak Russian and Ukrainian, and are available 24/7.

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How We Manage Your Car or Motor Vehicle Accident Claim

Navigating the legal aftermath of an accident is complex. We handle every step of the process so you can focus on healing.

Investigation and evidence: We don't just wait for the police report. Using our investigative background, we immediately secure dashcam footage, witness statements, and "black box" data to build a factual foundation that insurance adjusters cannot ignore.
Negotiating with insurers: Insurance companies often use "lowball" offers or delay tactics to devalue your claim. We serve as your shield, handling all communication and presenting a comprehensive demand package that accounts for your full medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Litigation and trial: If an insurance company refuses to offer a fair settlement, we do not hesitate to file a lawsuit. As a battle-tested trial firm, we manage all court filings, discovery, and depositions. We are prepared to present your case to a jury to fight for the maximum compensation you deserve.

Who Can Be Involved in a Motor Vehicle Accident Claim?

A motor vehicle accident case is a broad legal category that encompasses any incident where a motorized vehicle causes injury or property damage due to negligence.

Because Washington is an "at-fault" state with pure comparative negligence (RCW 4.22.005), these cases often involve complex battles over who is responsible and to what degree.

These cases can involve a wide variety of transportation methods besides private passenger cars, each with its own set of regulations, including the following.

Commercial vehicles: Semi-trucks, delivery vans (Amazon, UPS, FedEx), and construction vehicles.
Public and private transit: City buses, school buses, and "rideshare" vehicles like Uber or Lyft.
Two-wheeled vehicles: Motorcycles, motorized scooters, and e-bikes.
Specialty vehicles: ATVs, RVs, and boats (maritime motor vehicle accidents).

Common Scenarios That Trigger a Case

Beyond simple collisions, motor vehicle cases often involve:

Pedestrians and bicycles - When a vehicle hits a person walking or riding, it is often due to failure to yield.
DUI and impaired driving - Cases involving alcohol, marijuana, or prescription drug impairment.
Distracted driving - Collisions caused by texting, GPS use, or other electronic distractions.
Hit and run - Criminal-civil hybrid cases where a driver flees the scene (RCW 46.52.020).
Government negligence - Accidents caused by poorly maintained roads, malfunctioning traffic signals, or government-owned vehicles.

To win a motor vehicle case, we must prove three specific things:

Fault (liability) of the other party or parties
Damages you sustained
Recoverable insurance coverage or corporate resources

Critical Insurance Components

A motor vehicle case is often a web of different insurance policies working simultaneously.

Liability covers: The at-fault driver's insurance that pays for your damages.
Personal Injury Protection (PIP): "No-fault" coverage in your own policy that pays for immediate medical bills and lost wages regardless of who caused the crash.
UIM/UM (Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist): Your own coverage that kicks in if the person who hit you has no insurance or not enough to cover your total losses.

Scott was very helpful in my DUI case.
“He is very knowledgeable in the DUI field and was able to guide me throughout the process. My case did go to trial as the public prosecutor was not giving any good negotiation. Scott analyzed the case and told me to take it to trial.”

- Former Client
Scott goes the extra mile when representing his clients.
“We appreciate his rapid responses to our questions, and the peace of mind knowing we had his experience on our side.”

- Elizabeth
His expertise, professionalism, and attention to detail are second to none.
“Not only did he win my trial, but his knowledge of the details and his negotiation skills were instrumental in achieving a successful outcome. He was able to navigate the complex legal system with ease and always had my best interests in mind.”

- Former Client
Brilliant criminal defense lawyer.
“As an experienced attorney, Scott worked diligently to present the facts of the case and ended up winning the case at trial. We would recommend Scott Lawrence, Attorney at Law, to anyone facing criminal charges.”

- Former Client
I highly recommend.
“I am incredibly grateful to Snohomish Law for their dedication and expertise in resolving my case. They were professional, compassionate, and kept me informed throughout the process.”

- Justin K.

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Why You Need Aggressive Personal Injury Representation

Insurance companies are billion-dollar corporations that protect their bottom line by paying out as little as possible. They use a variety of strategies to devalue or deny your claim.

Lowball offers: Adjusters often push for a quick settlement before you even know the full extent of your injuries. Once you sign, you lose your right to seek further compensation.
Shifting blame: Insurers may try to twist your words or use police reports to argue that you were partially at fault for the accident, which can significantly reduce your payout under Washington’s comparative negligence laws.
Delaying the process: By stalling on paperwork or failing to return calls, insurers hope to wear you down until you are desperate enough to accept any offer.

Our firm serves as your shield. We handle all communication with insurance companies, using our investigative background to gather the necessary evidence, including witness statements, dashcam footage, and accident reconstruction, to build a case they cannot ignore.

Our goal is to help you become whole again by pursuing every available avenue of compensation, from medical expenses to pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, permanent disability, and property damage.

If you have been injured by someone else’s negligence on the road, do not face the insurance companies alone. Get the help you need from our firm today.

Call (425) 321-3487 or reach us online for your free initial consultation with our Everett car and motor vehicle accident attorney. You pay no upfront legal fees unless we win your case.