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After an accident, you face mounting bills, insurance denials, and an uncertain future. You shouldn’t navigate this alone.
Dealing with mounting medical bills? Frustrated by insurance denials and lowball offers?
Worried about your family’s financial future? Overwhelmed by legal paperwork and deadlines? Unable to work while recovering from your injuries?
We’re your empathetic allies with 17+ years fighting for personal injury victims like you in Seattle and across Washington State. Personal injury claims require someone who knows Washington personal injury law inside and out. Injury victims deserve advocates who understand both the legal system and the emotional toll of serious injuries.
Don’t face this alone — let’s talk.
Your Path to Recovery:
A Simple 3-Step Plan
We make the legal process simple so you can focus on what matters most—your health and your family.
Schedule Your
Free Call
We’ll listen to your story and understand what you’re facing. No pressure, just honest guidance. During your free consultation, we will discuss the facts of your case, review any evidence you’ve collected, and discuss the claims process. This initial meeting helps determine if you have grounds for a personal injury case.
Get a Personalized Strategy
We’ll evaluate your case, explain your options, and create a clear plan. No obligation, just clarity. We assess liability, calculate potential damages including medical expenses and lost wages, and outline the best path forward. You’ll understand whether settlement negotiations or litigation make more sense for your circumstances.
Let Us Fight While
You Heal
We handle everything on contingency. You focus on recovery while we pursue maximum compensation. From filing paperwork to negotiating with the insurance company, we manage every aspect. We leave no stone unturned in building your case and protecting your legal rights.
Why Choose Our Seattle Personal Injury Lawyers as Your Guides
For over 17 years, we’ve helped people like you overcome injustice. We’re not just lawyers—we’re your advocates who understand what you’re going through.
Experienced Seattle Personal Injury Attorneys Fighting for Justice
We focus exclusively on personal injury law in Seattle and Washington State. Our mission is to lift the legal burdens off your shoulders so you can focus on healing. With empathy at the heart of everything we do, we guide accident victims through the aftermath with compassion, expertise, and unwavering support.
Grounded in honesty, compassion, and excellence, our legal team has successfully guided thousands of clients through difficult times. When you work with us, you’re not just a case number. You’re a real person with a story and future—and we take the time to truly listen.
Deep Legal Knowledge
Our team has a thorough understanding of Washington personal injury attorney requirements and state regulations. We know how to navigate the fine print, spot liability in motor vehicle accidents, and position your case for the best possible outcome. Whether dealing with distracted driving cases or complex product liability claims, our trial skills speak for themselves.
We Handle Everything
From investigating your accident to dealing with insurance adjusters, we take care of all the legal work so you can focus on healing. The claims process can be overwhelming for injured persons. We handle communication with opposing counsel, gather evidence, and manage every detail from the very beginning.
Access to Expert Networks
We work with trusted medical professionals, therapists, and accident reconstruction specialists who strengthen your case. Physical therapy records, doctor testimony, and detailed information from experts can make all the difference in proving the full extent of physical injuries and life changing injuries.
No Fees Until You Win
You pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we recover money for you. This means our interests align perfectly with yours—to secure the maximum financial compensation possible. There are no upfront costs, and you never pay unless we successfully resolve your injury case.
Meet Your Team
Justin Elsner serves as Managing Attorney, bringing decades of experience representing injured people across Washington. Angela Elsner and Trisha DeHart work as Paralegals, ensuring every case receives meticulous attention to detail. Supporting team members include professionals dedicated to client satisfaction and pursuing justice for innocent victims.
Real People, Real
Recoveries
From overwhelmed accident victims to financially secure—here’s how we helped our clients regain control and rebuild their lives.
Client M.M.’s Journey
Problem: Pedestrian client suffered significant injuries in a serious accident. Insurance company blamed him and initially only offered $60,000.
Our Role: We fought back and took the case to litigation, presenting evidence that proved the negligent party failed to exercise reasonable care.
Success: Case settled for $400,000—more than 6x the initial offer. This financial recovery allowed M.M. to pay medical bills, recover lost income, and secure his future.
Client H.K.’s Victory
Problem: Client suffered catastrophic injuries from a car crash that forced her to shut down her business. Lost wages and mounting medical expenses threatened her family’s stability.
Our Role: We pursued both the at fault party and her underinsured motorist coverage, demonstrating how the accident involving negligent actions destroyed her ability to work.
Success: Secured all available policy limits to protect her financial future. H.K. received tens of thousands in total compensation across multiple policies.
Client D.D.’s Win
Problem: Insurance company claimed minimal damage meant no injury. D.D. needed shoulder surgery but faced denial at every turn.
Our Role: We proved the severity of injuries despite insurance company tactics, working with medical experts to document the full extent of harm.
Success: Settled for full policy limits of $125,000, ensuring D.D. could afford necessary treatment and recover damages for pain and suffering.
Client M.A.’s Resolution
Problem: Insurance adjusters demanded years of prior medical records, claiming injuries were related to past events rather than the current collision.
Our Role: We pushed back against these baseless arguments with detailed information proving causation.
Success: Settled for full policy limits of both the at-fault driver’s policy and her underinsured motorist coverage.
Client K.B.’s Award
Problem: The insurance company denied any responsibility for K.B.’s medical bills, stating the collision could not have caused injury.
Our Role: We filed a lawsuit and presented compelling evidence to an arbitrator.
Success: The arbitrator awarded $50,000, validating K.B.’s claim and holding the negligent party accountable.
The Risks of Handling Your Case Without a Personal Injury Attorney
Going it alone can cost you thousands. Insurance companies count on you not knowing your rights. Here’s what you risk:
- Settle too early: You might accept a settlement before your injuries and damages are fully known, missing out on compensation for future medical treatment or long-term disability.
- Miss critical medical care: Insurance companies refuse to pay for treatment your doctor recommends, claiming it’s not “reasonable care” when they lack medical training to make that determination.
- Blow important deadlines: Miss the statute of limitations to file a lawsuit (three years in Washington for most personal injury cases), losing your right to recover compensation entirely.
- Accept lowball settlements: Settle for far less than the true value of the case, leaving you unable to pay for ongoing physical therapy, lost income, or non economic damages like pain and emotional distress.
- Sign away your rights: Agree to give insurance companies access to your full medical history without understanding the consequences, allowing them to cherry-pick information to devalue your injury claim.
Our clients avoid these pitfalls. We know the insurance companys’ tactics and protect you from every one. When you hire experienced personal injury attorney representation, you level the playing field against entities with vast resources and teams of lawyers dedicated to minimizing payouts.
Insurance adjusters use specific strategies to reduce what they pay injured people. They may contact you immediately after an accident, hoping you’ll make statements that hurt your claim. They often offer quick settlements before you understand the full extent of your injuries. They dispute medical necessity, arguing that treatment wasn’t required even when your doctor prescribed it.
Don’t Risk Your Future — Let Us Protect Your Rights
Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Seattle
Our Seattle personal injury attorneys have decades of combined experience handling a wide range of accident and injury cases across Washington State.
We represent clients in car accident cases, including rear-end collisions and head-on collisions. Truck accidents require specialized knowledge of federal regulations and commercial insurance policies. Motorcycle accidents often involve unique challenges proving the motorcycle riders’ rights were violated.
Our personal injury law firm handles bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, and rideshare accidents involving Uber and Lyft. We pursue slip and fall claims and premises liability cases where property owners failed to maintain safe conditions.
Wrongful death cases provide families legal assistance after losing a loved one to else’s negligence or intentional misconduct. Dog bites and animal attacks can cause both physical injuries and lasting psychological trauma.
Child injuries require special consideration, as injured children face unique challenges in the legal proceedings. We also fight insurance claim denials, helping clients who’ve been wrongfully denied coverage they paid for and deserve.
Each type of case presents distinct challenges. Motor vehicle accidents may involve multiple liable parties. Product liability claims require proving a manufacturer’s failure to provide safe products. Wrongful death cases must demonstrate how the entity’s negligence or intentional misconduct caused a preventable death.
Washington law governs how injury attorneys approach each case type. Understanding state-specific requirements separates experienced professionals from other lawyers who lack local knowledge.
How We Fight to Maximize Your Settlement
We don’t just handle your case—we fight to ensure you receive every dollar you’re entitled to under Washington law.
Comprehensive Damage Evaluation
We go beyond the surface. Our team carefully reviews every aspect of your damages—including current and future medical expenses, lost income, emotional distress, and long-term care needs. Economic damages include quantifiable financial losses like medical bills, missed work, and property damage. Non economic damages compensate for non monetary losses like pain, suffering, and reduced quality of life.
We calculate what you’ve already lost and project future needs. If injuries prevent returning to your previous job, we determine lost earning capacity. If you require ongoing treatment, we factor years of future medical costs into your claim.
Strategic Case Preparation
We prepare every case as if it’s going to trial. That level of readiness gives us leverage in negotiations and puts pressure on the at fault party to offer a fair settlement. Even though most personal injury cases settle out of court, insurance companies pay more when they know you have an attorney willing to fight in litigation.
Our preparation includes gathering all available evidence, interviewing witnesses, obtaining expert opinions, and building a compelling narrative. We document how the accident occurred, prove the other party failed to exercise reasonable care, and demonstrate the full impact on your life.
Skilled and Aggressive Negotiation
Our attorneys are seasoned negotiators who understand the tactics insurance companies use. We counter with facts, documentation, and legal pressure. Insurance adjusters often make initial offers far below fair value, hoping injured victims will accept out of desperation.
We reject inadequate offers and present evidence justifying higher compensation. Our client testimonials and track record show we consistently secure better outcomes than injured persons could achieve on their behalf without legal representation.
Timely Filing and Procedural Precision
In Washington State, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is three years. We make sure all legal documents are filed correctly and on time. Missing deadlines can destroy otherwise valid claims. Procedural errors give insurance companies and negligent parties grounds to dismiss lawsuits.
Our team manages every filing, deadline, and procedural requirement. We understand Washington State court rules and follow them precisely, protecting your right to pursue justice.
Access to Expert Witnesses
When needed, we bring in medical professionals, vocational experts, and accident reconstruction specialists to strengthen your claim. Expert testimony often makes the difference between a modest settlement and full compensation. Doctors explain injuries and necessary treatment. Economists calculate lifetime financial losses. Accident reconstructionists prove how the collision occurred and who bears responsibility.
According to research from the Insurance Research Council (https://www.insurance-research.org), injury victims who hire lawyers receive 3.5 times more compensation on average than those who handle claims alone—even after paying attorney fees. This data demonstrates the value professional legal help provides in personal injury matters.
The sooner you involve us, the sooner we can begin protecting your rights and building a winning case. While you focus on recovery, we handle the legal complexities—making sure no stone is left unturned in the pursuit of justice and full compensation.
What to Expect During Your
Free Consultation
Your first conversation with us is free, confidential, and pressure-free. We meet you wherever you’re comfortable—our office, your home, or even a local coffee shop.
Case
Evaluation
We’ll listen to your story and review any documents you have. Bring police reports, medical records, photos of the accident scene or injuries, and insurance correspondence if available. These materials help us understand your circumstances and provide accurate advice.
During evaluation, we assess the strength of your injury case. We consider liability, the severity of injuries, and potential compensation. We look at who caused the accident and whether they had insurance or assets to pay damages.
We explain whether you have grounds for a personal injury lawsuit or if settlement negotiations make more sense. Some cases warrant immediate filing in court. Others benefit from extended negotiation before litigation.
Legal Options
Discussion
We’ll explain what compensation you may be eligible for and outline potential paths forward—no legal jargon, just clear answers.
You might recover compensation for medical expenses already incurred and future treatment costs. Lost wages compensate for missed work during recovery. Lost income accounts for reduced earning capacity if injuries prevent returning to your previous job. Pain and suffering address physical discomfort. Emotional distress covers psychological impacts like anxiety or depression.
In wrongful death cases, surviving family members may recover funeral costs, loss of financial support, and loss of companionship. Each case type has specific damage categories under Washington law.
We discuss realistic timelines. Simple cases may settle within months. Complex litigation involving catastrophic injuries or disputed liability can take many years. We set appropriate expectations so clients can plan accordingly.
Next Steps
Planning
If you decide to work with us, we’ll explain exactly what happens next and how our contingency fee structure works.
Our contingency fee arrangement means no upfront costs. We advance all case expenses—filing fees, expert witness costs, medical record retrieval, and more. We only collect our fee when we win your case through settlement or trial verdict.
We explain our fee percentage and how costs are handled. Washington State Bar Association rules govern attorney-client relationship requirements. We provide clear written agreements outlining our services and your rights.
Next steps typically include signing representation agreements, authorizing us to obtain medical records and police reports, and beginning investigation. We contact insurance companies to announce our representation, stopping them from contacting you directly.
What Our Clients Say
I recently had the opportunity to work with the Elsner Law Firm, and my experience was overwhelmingly positive. From the moment I reached out for a consultation, the staff was welcoming and professional, ensuring that I felt comfortable throughout the entire process. The attorneys at Elsner Law Firm are knowledgeable...
Justin and his team helped me a lot, they are very human. I completely recommend the firm, you will find more than an attorney, someone who can really hear you. Thank you Justin for your patience and...
I was involved in a car accident, and was represented by Elsner Law Firm. I feel so lucky to have had them represent me!!!! They were not only extremely nice, were available for all my needs, and always quick to respond to all my calls/texts, but went above and beyond...
My experience as a client at the law firm has been amazing. They care about their clients and work extremely hard for the best offer. I am appreciative of the great communication and support...
Attorney Justin is very professional and honest. He wants to help the Hispanic community, I had good legal representation in court and thanks to his work my case is closed and without further cuts. I recommend it to the breed. Thank...
Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Seattle & All of Washington
With offices in Seattle, Brier, Ellensburg and Pullman, Elsner Law Firm provides personal, localized service backed by statewide resources. Whether your injury occurred on a busy Seattle highway or a rural road in Eastern Washington, our attorneys are ready to help—day or night.
We understand the unique challenges Washington injury victims face, from navigating the state’s comparative negligence laws to dealing with local insurance adjusters. Washington follows a “pure comparative negligence” system. Even if you share some fault for an accident, you can still recover damages. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault.
For example, if you’re found 20% at fault in a collision and your total damages equal $100,000, you can still recover $80,000. Other states bar recovery entirely if you share any fault. Washington law protects injured people better than many jurisdictions.
Seattle injury lawyers must also understand local factors—heavy traffic patterns, common accident locations, and regional insurance company practices. Our experience in King County courts and across Washington gives clients an advantage other lawyers can’t match.
Frequently Asked Questions About Seattle Personal Injury Cases
How much is my personal injury claim worth?
Claim value depends on injury severity, medical expenses, lost wages, and life impact. We review your case details to estimate potential compensation accurately.
How long will it take to resolve my personal injury case?
Simple cases settle within months; complex litigation may take many years. We strive for efficient resolution while ensuring fair settlements for your injuries.
Do I need a personal injury lawyer for my case?
Experienced personal injury attorney representation dramatically impacts outcomes. We handle legal complexities, negotiate with insurance companies, and fight for deserved compensation.
What should I do immediately after being injured in an accident?
Seek medical attention first, then gather evidence—photos, witness information, police reports. Contact us promptly so we can guide next steps and protect your rights.
How do contingency fees work, and how much will a lawyer cost me?
You pay nothing upfront; we only collect fees when we win. Our fee is a percentage of your recovery, aligning our interests with yours.
Will my personal injury case go to trial, or can it be settled out of court?
Many cases settle through negotiation, but some require trial or arbitration. We prepare for both scenarios and pursue whatever strategy best protects your interests.
What types of damages can I recover in a personal injury claim?
You may recover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage. We work to secure maximum compensation for all losses experienced.
How much time do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Washington State?
Washington’s statute of limitations is three years for most injury claims. Contact us soon to preserve evidence and build a strong case within required timeframes.
What evidence do I need to prove my personal injury claim?
Strong evidence includes medical records, accident reports, photos, witness statements, and expert testimony. We help gather and organize everything needed for compelling cases.
How do insurance companies determine compensation for personal injury claims?
Insurance adjusters consider medical costs, lost income, injury severity, and pain when calculating compensation. However, they often minimize payouts. We negotiate on your behalf for fair settlements.
What happens if I am partially at fault for my accident?
Washington’s comparative negligence laws let you recover compensation even with partial fault. We work to minimize your fault percentage and secure the compensation you deserve.
Can I still make a claim if the insurance company denied my claim?
Yes, even after denial you may pursue compensation. We review denial details and help challenge them, ensuring your rights remain protected throughout the process.
What is the process for filing a personal injury lawsuit?
The process begins with consultation, followed by investigation and evidence gathering. We negotiate with insurers and, if necessary, file lawsuits and prepare for trial.
How can a lawyer help increase my settlement amount?
We use legal expertise to negotiate effectively and ensure all damages are properly accounted. We build strong cases and advocate in negotiations or court to secure maximum settlements. Insurance companies know we will file a lawsuit if they don’t offer fair compensation.
What should I expect during a consultation with a personal injury lawyer?
We review your case details, answer questions, and clearly explain legal options. We offer virtual appointments, in-office meetings, and consultations at your home, office, or a local coffee shop. Our goal is making you feel comfortable and informed about how we can assist in achieving successful outcomes.
Let Us Stand Beside You
People choose Elsner Law Firm because we treat every client like family. We show up, we fight hard, and we care deeply about what happens to you. If you’re looking for a legal team that combines experience with genuine compassion, you’ve found it.
Our commitment to client satisfaction drives everything we do. From the very beginning of your case until its successful resolution, we remain dedicated to your best interests. We understand that personal injury lawyers work for the people they represent—not for insurance companies or corporate interests.
Let us stand beside you. Let us take on the insurance companies. Let us help you rebuild your life. Whether you’ve suffered a serious injury in a vehicle collision, face a wrongful death case after losing a loved one, or need help with any personal injury matter, we’re here to provide the legal help you need and the professional service you deserve.
