Cases
When is a pedestrian jaywalking?
Does walking at a marked crosswalk require precision from the pedestrian? Seattle’s answer might surprise you… Below is a snippet of the City of Seattle’s Motion for Summary Judgment, arguing that its design of the protected bike lane, transit island, and pedestrian crosswalk (only a few yards north of the main crosswalk) had nothing to…
Read MoreKOMO News: hazardous Seattle roads leads to serious bicyclist injuries
Even the most seasoned bicyclists have sustained major injuries from crashes on badly designed roads in Seattle. KOMO News anchor Molly Shen delves into the issue that gave rise to Fleming Law clients’ lawsuit against the City of Seattle. Check back often for updates about this case and other cases of unsafe road planning/design/construction/maintenance.
Read MoreSDOT needs to make S. Jackson safer for bicyclists
In Seattle, do we need to resign ourselves to bike injuries? We have the right to ask for reasonably safe roads. This is the law. But why do we so rarely get this from our cities, towns, and the state? How many more injuries and catastrophic crashes for people on bikes are needed before SDOT…
Read MoreLime hit & run – confidential settlement
Teenage boys hijacked a Lime Pod and crashed into Jonathan Gunning’s car at a stop light on Elliott Ave. After a protracted battle with Lime’s insurer, Catherine Fleming obtained a confidential settlement on behalf of Mr. Gunning for his car crash injuries, lost wages, and general damages.
Read MoreSerious car crash injures both driver and passenger
This claim involved a motor vehicle accident settlement with a negligent driver and clients’ Underinsured Motorists (UIM) insurance. Charles and Manuel were driving on a quiet road in Issaquah, when suddenly a driver behind the wheel of an oncoming SUV crashed into their car. Both sustained injuries but never expected the size of the settlement…
Read MoreConfidential pedestrian v. driver – $490,000
Seattle software developer was walking to his job, when a driver hit him with their car near the Fremont Bridge. He lost weeks of work and time to enjoy with his family for the entire summer and fall of 2019. After the injured pedestrian was taken to the hospital, his family contacted Catherine Fleming to…
Read MoreCity’s dangerous design caused serious injuries on Roosevelt Way NE in Seattle’s University District, lawsuit alleges
While Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) often invokes its commitment to pedestrian safety , the roughly $8 million, multi-year Roosevelt Way NE project remains confusing and dangerous for pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers in the University District. Learn More
Read More$1,550,000 -Seriously injured cyclist sues Seattle for unsafe road
Daniel Ahrendt, a conscientious bike commuter and web developer, was run over by a bus after his front bike tire got caught in the Seattle First Hill Streetcar track. On a partly sunny May morning in Seattle, Daniel rode his bicycle to his job. He was always careful as a bicyclist, as his friends all…
Read MoreInjured bicyclist – $1,750,000
Adam was bicycling to his job in South Lake Union, when the driver of a small commercial truck failed to see him when making a right turn. Adam was awarded a $1,750,000 settlement, less than 30 days before trial was set to start.
Read MoreNursing home wrongful death – confidential settlement
Estate of Katsel v. The Best Quality Care, Inc. Inna Katsel, a beloved 83 year old Ukrainian immigrant, fell to her death as a resident at a nursing facility. Fleming Law obtained a confidential settlement for the surviving beneficiaries. Inna Katsel’s life was cut too short. Inna Katsel’s family was one of the most beautiful…
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