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COVID-19: Information & Resources for Washington Residents
There is an enormous amount of information out there about changes in the law resulting from Washington State’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. There are numerous government proclamations, new business regulations, changing rights and duties of landlords and tenants, and many more legal, regulatory. Many of us now have questions that we never dreamed we would ever have to ask.
Preventing Injuries to Children in Car Accidents
Important changes to the Washington State child restraint laws became effective, representing an effort to prevent and mitigate serious injuries to children in car accidents and other motor vehicle accidents.
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Insurance: The Basics
Personal Injury Protection (PIP), sometimes called “no-fault insurance,” is coverage you add to your auto insurance policy. If you are in an auto accident, regardless of who was at fault for the accident, PIP will pay for reasonable and necessary medical and hospital expenses, partial reimbursement for lost wages if you are unable to work, loss of services, and funeral expenses up to certain limits specified in your insurance policy.
Winter Driving in Washington State
With winter nearly here and with it the possibility of snow and slippery conditions in the lower elevations and virtually guaranteed in the higher elevations and passes, it is time to make preparations for safe vehicle travel in adverse weather and road conditions.
Sharing the Road Safely: New Washington Traffic Laws for Drivers and Cyclists
A growing number of bicyclists are using local and state roadways every day to get to and from work or school and for recreation and health. Cities and counties are responding to the increased bicycle traffic by creating dedicated bike lanes or trails and including bicycles in their transportation infrastructure plans.