by Michael TarioOctober 9, 2025 Personal Injury Attorney Blog Bellingham0 comments

What is Classified as Pain and Suffering in a Personal Injury Case?

When someone is injured as a result of another’s negligence – such as a property owner who neglects unsafe conditions on their property or a driver who runs a red light – a personal injury claim may be brought to hold the negligent party accountable for the damages they caused. In addition to justice, the plaintiff aims to recover a financial settlement that covers both economic and non-economic damages, including medical bills and pain and suffering.

Economic Damages Vs Non Economic Damages

A full and fair personal injury settlement should cover both economic and non-economic damages. So, what are economic damages vs non economic damages?

Economic damages refer to the measurable financial losses a person suffers after an accident or injury. These include costs that can be calculated with bills, receipts, or pay stubs, such as medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and future loss of earning capacity.

Non-economic damages compensate for the emotional and psychological impact of an injury. These are intangible losses that don’t have a specific dollar amount. Examples include pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and loss of companionship or consortium.

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by Michael TarioOctober 6, 2025 Personal Injury Attorney Blog Bellingham0 comments

7 Most Common Causes of TBI

Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can happen in a split second, but their effects can last for months or even years. There are several common causes of TBI and a TBI can change a person’s life in ways that are both visible and hidden. Survivors may face a wide range of challenges that can affect work, school, relationships, and everyday activities, making even simple tasks feel overwhelming. That’s why having the right support with proper medical care, rehabilitation, and legal guidance is crucial.

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by Michael TarioOctober 3, 2025 Car Accident Attorney Blog Bellingham0 comments

October is Pedestrian Safety Month: How to Prevent Pedestrian Accidents

During October, USDOT and NHTSA celebrate National Pedestrian Safety Month as a way to get the message out about preventing pedestrian accidents. We all start out as vulnerable pedestrians, and even after getting our driver’s licenses, there are times when we are back on foot as pedestrians. While there are natural risks with drivers and pedestrians moving in the same areas, there are several steps that both drivers and pedestrians can take to ensure pedestrian safety and prevent pedestrian accidents. In this article, we share tips on how to prevent pedestrian accidents.

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by Michael TarioSeptember 29, 2025 Car Accident Attorney Blog Bellingham0 comments

Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Ferndale Highlights Dangers for Riders

When a motorcycle and a car collide, the outcome is rarely equal. Motorcyclists are at far higher risk for a fatal injury in a fatal motorcycle accident than drivers because of the lack of physical protection around them while drivers and passengers inside a car benefit from seat belts, airbags, and a reinforced metal frame.

If your loved one was killed in a fatal motorcycle accident due to a negligent driver, you do not have to navigate the pain and financial strain alone. Reach out to an experienced motorcycle accident attorney who can thoroughly evaluate your case, hold negligent parties accountable, and fight to protect your legal rights through a full and fair settlement.

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by Michael TarioSeptember 22, 2025 Car Accident Attorney Blog Bellingham0 comments

It’s Child Passenger Safety Week. Here’s What You Need to Know About Child Passenger Injuries.

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death and serious injury among children in the United States. As personal injury attorneys, we have seen firsthand the devastating consequences that child passenger injuries can have on families. That’s why we appreciate Child Passenger Safety Week, which amplifies the message about safety precautions for child passengers.

We know that appropriate car seats and booster seats save lives, but too many children are still riding without proper restraints or in seats that don’t fit their age and size. These preventable mistakes can lead to catastrophe in the event of a collision. Even among children who are properly restrained, serious injuries still occur among both restrained children and older kids who have aged out of them.

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by Michael TarioSeptember 18, 2025 Car Accident Attorney Blog Bellingham0 comments

How Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Fight Insurance Company Bias Against Motorcycle Riders

Motorcycle riders face a high risk of life-altering injuries if they are involved in collisions with larger motor vehicles. Quite simply, riders do not have the protection of a metal frame around them and can easily be thrown from their bike. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 6,335 motorcyclists killed in 2023, representing fifteen percent of all traffic fatalities.

If you or a loved one was injured in a motorcycle accident, you deserve to know your legal rights around accident claims. As experienced motorcycle accident injury attorneys, we have helped hundreds of injured riders and their families fight back against insurance industry bias against motorcycle riders to recover full and fair compensation for their losses.

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by Michael TarioSeptember 15, 2025 Wrongful Death Blog Bellingham0 comments

Understanding Your Rights in Cases of Wrongful Death by Commercial Truck Accident

About 40,900 people die in motor vehicle crashes each year in the U.S., and roughly 11 percent of those deaths occur in crashes involving large commercial trucks. In 2023, a total of 4,354 people were killed in accidents involving large trucks such as tractor-trailers. Of those fatalities, approximately 65 percent were occupants of passenger vehicles, 16 percent were truck drivers or passengers, and 17 percent were pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorcyclists who were struck during the crash.

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by Michael TarioSeptember 8, 2025 Car Accident Attorney Blog Bellingham0 comments

Teen Driving Accidents #1 Cause of Death for U.S. Teens

Every year, thousands of families are devastated by the loss of a teenager in a preventable traffic accident. Teen drivers are particularly at risk for fatal teen driving accidents because of their inexperience and increased likelihood of making poor choices behind the wheel, including speeding and impaired driving. All 50 states have created a graduated licensing program that places certain restrictions on 16- and 17-year-old drivers to help reduce the risk of a crash. Washington State’s graduated licensing laws prevent teen drivers from driving between 1:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. for the first year after their license is issued or having any non-family passengers under 20 in their vehicle for the first six months after their license is issued.

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by Michael TarioSeptember 4, 2025 Car Accident Attorney Blog Bellingham0 comments

Understanding Legal Rights After Pedestrian School Zone Accidents

The start of a new school year is always filled with hope and excitement but with that energy comes an increase in traffic around schools, and unfortunately, pedestrian school zone accidents. Distracted or speeding drivers in school zones or drivers who fail to yield to a school bus present serious dangers to child pedestrians.

As a parent with a child injured in a pedestrian school zone accident, it is essential to understand your legal rights as well as the legal rights of your child to secure medical care, protect your family’s financial stability, and hold all negligent parties accountable. An experienced child pedestrian accident attorney can support your family through this challenging time.

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by Michael TarioAugust 27, 2025 Car Accident Attorney Blog Bellingham0 comments

The 10 Most Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Motorcycle riders are at a great disadvantage for injuries when they are involved in a motor vehicle accident with a car or truck because a motorcycle isn’t enclosed. Riders are also far more likely to be struck by a car or truck than to hit another vehicle themselves because motorcycles are smaller and harder for other drivers to see. Inexperienced riders are particularly at increased risk for collisions with cars or trucks because they may not be aware of driver’s blind spots. The worst of the most common motorcycle accident injuries can lead to expensive medical bills, lost wages, and long-term pain.

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