Debunking Personal Injury Myths with Amy C Brown Law Navigating a personal injury claim can feel overwhelming, especially with myths that create confusion. In a video released on June 3, 2025, Amy C Brown, a leading personal injury lawyer in Washington and Alaska,...
Workplace injuries, particularly crashes, can have life-altering consequences. In a video released on August 27, 2024, Amy C Brown of Amy C Brown Law explains how injured workers can pursue remedies beyond workers’ compensation through third-party claims...
If you get hurt in a car accident, you may think about making an insurance claim or suing for damages. What happens if you don’t notice an injury right away? If you don’t feel pain right away, that doesn’t invalidate your claim. If someone caused you harm and you want...
If you were hurt in an accident and a drunk driver was to blame, we want to help you make a case for compensation. A Snohomish County drunk driving accident lawyer from our firm can help you gather evidence and hold that negligent driver accountable for the harm that...
When you get hurt by another driver, you can sue them and get their insurance policy to pay you for expenses. Some serious accidents, especially those involving multiple vehicles and passengers, can result in obscene medical costs and staggering amounts of property...
If you are working in the maritime industry, an injury or ailment may not develop right away. Sometimes, an issue like a sleep disorder can develop over time due to your work, and that can make your life much more difficult. If this sounds like something that happened...
If you get into a car accident, you might get lucky enough to walk away with only minor injuries. Many crashes cause serious injuries though, and knowing how much compensation to ask for can be difficult if you decide to sue for damages. Fortunately, a knowledgeable...
If you or a loved one were seriously injured in an accident with a semi-truck, you may be wondering what to do next. It can be stressful to watch a stack of medical bills pile up and realize that you have a long road to recovery, especially if you know that this crash...
An amputation injury can change your life forever, making it harder to earn a living for your family and enjoy activities you once loved. If you are a maritime worker who suffered such an injury on the job, we want to hear from you. You could be owed compensation and...
Any car accident can cause injuries. This is even true for drivers and passengers who have been rear-ended at low speeds. Even if you aren’t sure whether you’ll need to submit an insurance claim or sue for damages after a crash, you should take steps to protect...
When you get into a car accident and believe that the other driver is to blame, you can sue for damages. What happens if the driver is from another state though? Do insurance policies cross state lines? They do, and that means that an out-of-state driver can be sued...
It’s not uncommon for personal injury cases to become a “he said, she said” situation. If you got into an accident and the other driver is lying about what happened, can you do anything? You can. You can build a stronger case than them with the help of a Snohomish...
When a car manufacturer contributes to an accident that causes injuries, they should be held accountable. If you got hurt in a crash and you believe that a defect in a vehicle was fully or partly to blame, you may be owed compensation. A Snohomish County car accident...
You may not think that you need the services of a Snohomish County auto accident lawyer after a fender bender, but you never know when complications can arise from a seemingly minor car accident. Fortunately, the attorneys from our firm are always ready to help...
If you get hurt on the job, that doesn’t just affect you physically. Workplace injuries can also cause psychological trauma and emotional distress. In some cases, you can be compensated for this. A Snohomish County factory trawler injury lawyer from our firm can tell...
If you were involved in a car accident and you were injured, you may have legal options. This is true whether you were driving one of the cars or you were just a passenger. If you were just along for the ride when you got hurt, a Snohomish County auto accident lawyer...
When you get into a car accident, it’s customary to pull over somewhere safe and exchange insurance information. Some drivers don’t do this though. For whatever reason, they may choose to drive off instead. There are some steps that you can take to protect yourself...
You are not necessarily required to hire a Snohomish County car accident lawyer when you pursue damages in a car accident case. Before you go it alone though, you should know more about what a lawyer can do to help you with your case. Having the right attorney on your...
If you are involved in a crash with an Uber or Lyft, whose insurance coverage matters? Does the driver of the car have to pay up? Do rideshare companies offer their own coverage? What if you’re the one driving the Lyft or Uber? These types of accidents can get...
Sometimes an accident happens at work and you don’t realize that you are injured right away. This can happen to maritime workers often. You hit your head on something or slip and fall, but there’s a job to be done and you feel fine. That feeling doesn’t last though,...
If you get hurt in an accident and plan to sue for damages, you may get a call from the other driver’s insurer at some point. They might have questions for you. They may even want you to send over medical records and other documents. We don’t recommend talking to the...
If you have lost a loved one in a car accident, you may be wondering what you can do next. What can make up for your relative’s financial contribution to your household? What can be done to hold a negligent party accountable for the accident and the pain that they...
When maritime workers or sailors get hurt, they are entitled to benefits. They do not get traditional workers’ compensation benefits though. Their benefits are known as “maintenance and cure.” They are meant to pay for certain expenses, but they do not cover...
If you or a loved one have been hurt in a car accident, we probably don’t have to tell you how expensive that can be. It’s not just medical bills you have to worry about. All kinds of expenses can pop up in the aftermath of a crash, and why should you be responsible...
Truck accidents can cause devastating injuries and thousands of dollars in property damage. If you or a loved one were hurt in such a crash, you may be owed compensation. A Snohomish County truck accident lawyer can help you hold any negligent parties accountable for...
If you are a maritime worker, you know that your workplace can occasionally be dangerous. You should not have to worry about being assaulted by your co-workers though. If you were attacked at work, you may be owed compensation. A maritime injury lawyer from our firm...
It can be tough to think clearly in the immediate aftermath of an accident, but you really need to be careful about what you do or say in the minutes, hours, and days following a crash. Many drivers make mistakes that make it more difficult to claim compensation for...
Car accidents can cause serious injuries, and if someone else was to blame for an accident and your injuries they should be held liable. A Snohomish County car accident lawyer from our firm can help you do that. If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a crash, we...
It can be tough to think logically in the immediate aftermath of a car accident, but it’s important that you have a plan for what to do if someone else hits you. You can immediately take steps to protect yourself and build a personal injury case. Here are some...
Ships can be home to all sorts of dangers, but some of the biggest hazards are fire and explosions. Due to the tight quarters on ships, fire can spread quickly and cause plenty of harm if people don’t act fast and there isn’t a plan to deal with it. If you were...
Working on a ship or dock can be hazardous work. If you get hurt on the job, you should receive benefits. A Snohomish County factory trawler injury lawyer from our firm can advise you about your options, but we want to make sure that you do not miss out on your chance...
Falls are a leading cause of injuries for workers on commercial fishing and shipping vessels. These types of accidents can cause serious injuries, but it can be even more worrying when workers fall from high heights. If you fell from someplace high up, you may be...
Whether you are working on a ship or unloading cargo at a port, collisions can cause serious injuries. These injuries could leave you unable to work and some could even plague you for the rest of your life. What can you do in this situation? You can seek out...
Commercial fishing boats can be hazardous places to work, and one potential danger that many people forget about is lifting heavy objects. No matter how strong you think you are, you need to worry about unsafe lifting injuries. If you do get hurt, you need to know how...
There are many ways to get injured on a ship, even in clear conditions. When your boat encounters heavy sea conditions, a maritime worker’s job can get far more dangerous. If you get hurt due to heavy sea conditions, you should be entitled to benefits. If you get...
A repetitive strain injury can develop any time you do the same activity over and over again. Due to the nature of these injuries, it’s not uncommon for people to develop them while they are at work. If you’re a maritime worker who is dealing with the pain and stress...
A ship can be a dangerous place to work, and one area where injuries are particularly common are stairways. Stair injuries can actually be pretty serious, so it’s important for ship owners to do everything possible to keep these areas safe. If you get hurt on the...
When a ship sinks, it’s clear to everyone that something has gone horribly wrong. A vessel sinking can cause serious injuries or cause the death of maritime workers. If you or a loved one were harmed in such an incident, you may be entitled to compensation. A...
Working on ships can be dangerous, and no one knows that better than victims of hand crush injuries. These injuries can take a long time to recover from, and some even leave behind lasting effects that make it harder for a victim to work and enjoy their lives. If you...
Everyone deserves to work in a safe environment. Some industries are more dangerous than others, but employers still need to make their best efforts to keep workers safe. That is why WISHA, or the Washington State Industrial Safety and Health Act, exists. If you got...
Electrical injuries can happen on a ship, even when all of the machinery and technology is well taken care of. If you were hurt while you were just doing your job, you should receive benefits. A Snohomish County merchant mariner injury lawyer can help you fight for...
When you get hurt at work, you should receive compensation. This applies to employees on ships and in the maritime industry as well, but the workers’ compensation system for workers like these looks a bit different. Maritime workers who get injured on the job receive...
When most people think of injuries on boats, they probably think of falls or accidents with machinery. These kinds of dangerous situations do happen all the time, but there are some more insidious hazards on ships too. One problem that many seamen end up facing is...
Working on a ship can be dangerous, but the environment can be even more hazardous if no one makes the effort to keep ladders and the areas surrounding them safe. Ladder injuries are common and they can end up being quite severe. If you got hurt on a ladder while you...
Working on the water can be a dangerous job. Whether you are employed on a fishing boat or a ferry, there are plenty of hazards to look out for if you want to avoid injuries. This is true even when the owner of the vessel you work on has done their best to keep it...
If you have been injured in an accident or hurt at work, you may be entitled to compensation. If you want to learn more about your legal options, scheduling an initial consultation with an Everett personal injury lawyer from our firm can be a good idea. Here’s what...
Fishing vessels can be a dangerous place to work. There are many chances to get hurt each day, and when that happens you may need the assistance of a Snohomish County commercial fishing injury lawyer. We have experience helping clients with all sorts of injuries,...
If you get hurt in a crane or cargo accident, you have rights. Maritime law allows you to claim compensation, and you may have additional legal options depending on what led to the accident and how it occurred. A Snohomish County port & pier injury lawyer from our...
Working on a fishing or shipping vessel can often be a dangerous job. One thing that workers often have to look out for is falling hazards. Whether you fall from a high place or slip on the deck of the ship, you can get seriously injured. Fortunately, you should at...
When you hire an Everett personal injury lawyer, you usually will not end up paying them for their services outright or by the hour. Instead, we usually charge a contingency fee when we take on personal injury claims. There are some good reasons for this, and the...
When you sue for compensation after an accident, you can usually be awarded lost wages if you had to recover from injuries and missed work as a result. What happens if your injuries will continue to affect your ability to work though? In cases like these, you can ask...
When you get hurt in an accident, you may not have unlimited time to file a lawsuit and seek compensation. If you want to make a slip and fall claim, for example, you must make it before the statute of limitations expires. A Snohomish County slip & fall lawyer...
When you get hurt on the job, you can usually seek out workers’ compensation. Some fields, including the maritime industry, do not handle worker injuries in the same way though. You may have to file through the Jones Act or the Longshore Harbor and Workers’...
Accidents are unpredictable and often leave us feeling overwhelmed. What do you do immediately after a car accident? How can you ensure that your rights are protected? Continue reading and reach out to a seasoned Snohomish County car accident lawyer here at Amy C...
You may have heard of the Jones Act if you’ve been injured while working on a maritime vessel. But what exactly is the Jones Act, and how can it help you? Please continue reading and contact a seasoned maritime injury lawyer from Amy C Brown Law, PLLC, to learn...
