Simple Negligence Vs Gross Negligence in Personal Injury Claims Against Businesses
The circumstances of each case help courts determine whether a simple negligence vs gross negligence claim is appropriate.
October is Pedestrian Safety Month
The high number of pedestrian fatalities and injuries is not just a statistic; it represents real people whose lives have been turned upside down by accidents. Whether it’s a serious injury or the heartbreaking loss of a loved one, the consequences of pedestrian accidents are far-reaching, affecting victims and families physically, emotionally, and financially.
Tario & Associates, P.S. Earns Bronze for “Best Attorney” in Bellingham Alive’s 2024 Best of the Northwest Contest
The personal injury law firm, Tario & Associates, P.S., earned bronze in the “Best Attorney” category in
Bellingham Alive’s 2024 Best of the Northwest Contest.
Tario & Associates, P.S., a prominent Bellingham personal injury law firm, announces that it earned a bronze rating for “Best Attorney” in
To be eligible to win a category in the Bellingham Alive Best of the Northwest contest, businesses must be located in Whatcom, Skagit, or San Juan Counties.
Bellingham Alive’s annual contest is widely circulated so as to attract a large number of voters in the Pacific Northwest. This year, voting was held July 1-31, 2024. Voters had to provide a valid email address, could only vote once in each category, and were required to vote in at least 10 categories for their votes to count. Over 77,000 voters participated in the 2024 survey, placing 1,000,000 votes!
The Best Attorney category falls under Business | Services. The top three winners in each category received certificates and were announced in the October print issue, on social media, and in an e-blast.
“It warms my heart and the hearts of the Staff of Tario & Associates Law Office to be voted as Best Attorney in Bellingham. We work very hard to recover a full and fair settlement for each and every one of our clients, fighting insurance companies every step of the way until they are forced to do the right thing. I have an excellent staff of highly trained professionals who care about people and who strive to keep our clients fully informed during the claims process,” said Founding Attorney, Michael J. Tario.
The personal injury law firm, Tario & Associates, P.S., has been dedicated to fighting for the rights of injured people in the Pacific Northwest since 1979. For 43 years, the firm’s legal team has served the local community from its Bellingham office.
Mr. Tario and his team have successfully represented over 6,000 clients, recovering an estimated $600 million for those harmed through no fault of their own. Tario is #1 in Bellingham for experience and proven client satisfaction. This is exemplified in the many positive reviews they have received, including this recent Google review:
“We were hit by a drunk driver on the highway between Ferndale and Bellingham. Unfortunately, the driver did not have insurance so we have to use our under-insured motorist insurance. We hired Tario and Associates to help us with the claim process. Our experience had been great from the beginning to the end. Michael Tario is professional with years of experience. His team was caring, patient, attentive, and followed my medical and chiropractic treatments with great details.
Michael went the extra mile (with amazing knowledge and skills) in fighting us a settlement which was nearly 150% over the original settlement amount offered by the insurance company. I called him our “miracle lawyer!”
Michael and his team definitely deserve a five-star review and I have already recommended them to other people with legal needs.” – Teresa Chan
Firm History
After graduating from the University of Puget Sound Law School (now Seattle University Law School) in 1979, Michael Tario opened the prominent Bellingham law firm Tario & Associates, P.S.; followed by the Mount Vernon office in 1988. The personal injury law firm serves clients in Whatcom County, Skagit County, Snohomish County, and Island County. Tario & Associates, P.S. has a solid reputation for honesty, keeping clients informed through the process, and working hard on behalf of its clients.
Tario & Associates, P.S. has the resources, experience, and knowledge necessary to represent injured people. Their network of well-regarded specialists in medicine, accident reconstruction, psychology, and engineering serve as invaluable resources when determining liability and calculating the extent and costs related to your serious injury.
Contact Information:
Tario & Associates, P.S.
360-671-8500
bellinghamreception@tariolaw.com
Bellingham Towers
119 N. Commercial St., #1000
Bellingham, WA 98225
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Understanding Elder Abuse
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