
What Makes a Good Personal Injury Lawyer?
If you or a loved one is suffering from the challenges that come along with an unexpected injury due to the negligent or intentional actions of another, you may be wondering how you are going to manage. As top personal injury lawyers, we have helped thousands of clients recover maximum compensation while supporting them through a challenging time, including physical pain, emotional strain, medical treatments, and lost wages during recovery. If you’re wondering what to look for in a good personal injury lawyer, the simple answer is a lawyer who eases your burden and secures full and fair compensation for your losses. On the other hand, a bad injury attorney can add stress and fail to recover fair compensation on your behalf.
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How to Identify Top Personal Injury Lawyers
If you or a loved one was injured in an accident due to the negligence of another, you are entitled to file an injury claim to pursue a settlement. It is important to search for an experienced, local personal injury lawyer to discuss your legal rights and understand the true value of your claim. Ideally, you will find the most qualified injury lawyer in your area. What makes a good personal injury lawyer? Top personal injury lawyers will treat you with compassion, listen carefully, build a strong case, and negotiate a full and fair settlement for your losses. If they are unable to negotiate a fair settlement, they will bring a lawsuit and represent you in court.
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What is the Statute of Limitations on Injury Claims
When a person is injured unexpectedly, it can lead to devastating losses, including expensive medical bills, lost wages, and emotional distress. In order to recover for these losses (or damages), a personal injury claim must be brought against the at-fault party’s insurance company. Unfortunately, insurance companies are focused on their bottom line, not on providing fair settlements. Insurance adjusters are often trained to offer low-ball settlements that do not account for future medical bills, ongoing lost wages, and pain and suffering. Without the help of an experienced personal injury attorney who knows insurance industry tactics, personal injury lawsuit steps and important legal procedures and deadlines, such as what is the statute of limitations on injury claims, it is very challenging to negotiate a fair settlement.
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How Long Do Lawsuit Settlements Take for Personal Injury Cases?
If you’ve been injured because of the willful or negligent actions of another, a personal injury claim is your best bet for seeking justice through a personal injury settlement. One thing to keep in mind is that you will need to be patient when dealing with a personal injury claim as there are several personal injury lawsuit steps. How long do lawsuit settlements take depends on a variety of factors. In almost all cases we take on, our personal injury lawyers are able to reach a settlement without going to trial, but even settling outside of court typically requires one to two years. Among other work, this time is used to review relevant insurance policies to determine policy limits and types of coverage available, and to gather evidence and interview experts to build a strong case that can be used to negotiate with the at-fault insurance provider.
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Top Benefits of Choosing Personal Injury Attorneys Near My Location
If you’ve suffered a personal injury because of the negligence of another – whether in a hit and run accident, slip and fall injury, or other incident – you may be feeling completely overwhelmed by the legal process involved in recovering compensation for your losses. In many cases, the only way to hold the responsible party accountable and receive a full and fair accident settlement is to hire an experienced, local personal injury attorney with a proven track record. Experienced personal injury attorneys near my location are familiar with local injury laws that affect your case and have the negotiation skills to fight back against insurance industry tactics. Skilled, local attorneys are also familiar with local courts and judges and typically maintain good working relationships with expert witnesses who can support your case. Choosing one of the local top rated injury lawyers ensures your legal rights are in capable hands so you can concentrate on your recovery.
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How to Calculate Future Medical Bills in a Personal Injury Case

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.

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
Bellingham Alive’s 2024 Best of the Northwest Contest. This award reflects the public’s trust in Mr. Tario’s law firm and serves as a valuable reference for those seeking an experienced, effective, and local personal injury attorney.
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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It’s National Concussion Awareness Day. Here’s What You Need to Know.
Concussions, often referred to as mild traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), are far more serious than many people realize. In the U.S., there are an estimated 2.5 million TBIs each year, with concussions accounting for a significant portion of these cases. TBI is the leading cause of death and disability in children and adults ages 1 to 44. While many recover fully, some are left with long-term cognitive issues that could have been prevented with early detection and proper care.
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