How is fault determined in a Washington state car accident?
September 26, 2024 – Matt Albrecht

Fault in a car accident is typically determined based on the concept of negligence. To establish negligence, it must be shown that the other driver failed to exercise reasonable care, which directly contributed to the accident and consequential injuries.
Determination of fault may affect potential compensation according to degree of fault under Washington’s pure comparative negligence rule, but injured drivers in no-fault states like Washington make claims on their own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance policies. An experienced Washington car accident attorney can guide you through the process, identify your damages, and estimate appropriate compensation according to the circumstances surrounding your car auto accident.
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