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• Pullman • Ellensburg
Seattle Personal Injury Lawyer
After an accident, you’re in pain and the bills are piling up. The insurance company wants a recorded statement, your medical records, maybe even your tax returns, all while you’re trying to work, heal and take care of your family. Maybe more than one car or insurer is involved, fault is disputed, or you were already treating for an earlier injury.
You don’t have to figure it out alone. Since 2007, Elsner Law Firm, PLLC has guided injured people across Washington through the claims process, with offices in Seattle, Bellevue, Brier, Ellensburg and Pullman. Attorney Justin Elsner and his team have walked this road many times, and we know where the pitfalls are.
We can’t go to treatment for you, but we can help you find the right care, deal with the insurers and answer the questions a quick internet search can’t. You focus on getting better.
Elsner Law Firm at a Glance
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Free, in-depth, no-obligation case evaluation. Tell us what happened and how to reach you, and a member of our team will follow up.
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Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Seattle
Elsner Law Firm handles accident and injury claims in Seattle and across Washington State.
Car Accidents
Rear-end, head-on, T-bone, hit-and-run and distracted or drunk driving crashes. We deal with the at-fault driver’s insurer and your own coverage.
Truck Accidents
Crashes with commercial trucks often involve federal safety rules, commercial insurance policies and more than one responsible party.
Motorcycle Accidents
Riders are often blamed unfairly after a crash. We gather the evidence that shows what actually happened.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents
People on foot or on a bike can suffer serious injuries when a driver fails to yield or look.
Uber and Lyft Accidents
Rideshare claims can involve the driver’s personal policy and the rideshare company’s coverage, depending on what the driver was doing at the time.
Slip and Fall Injuries
When a property owner fails to keep conditions safe, injured visitors may have a premises liability claim.
Dog Bites
Dog bites and animal attacks can cause physical injuries and lasting emotional trauma, especially for children.
Wrongful Death
When a loved one dies because of someone else’s negligence, the family may have a claim for its losses.
Child Injuries
Children hurt in car crashes, as pedestrians or on unsafe property need a claim that accounts for how they will grow and recover.
Insurance Claim Denials
If your own insurer has denied or underpaid a PIP, underinsured motorist or vehicle repair claim, we can review whether it acted unreasonably.
See every type of case we handle.
When Your Own Insurance Company Won’t Pay
You paid your premiums so your insurance would be there after a crash. When your own insurer delays, denies or underpays a claim, it can feel like a second injury.
Washington’s Insurance Fair Conduct Act, RCW 48.30.015, lets a policyholder who is unreasonably denied a claim for coverage or payment of benefits sue for actual damages, costs and reasonable attorneys’ fees. A court may increase the total award to as much as three times the actual damages. Before filing, the policyholder must give the insurer and the Washington insurance commissioner written notice at least 20 days in advance.
We help with:
- Personal injury protection (PIP). Medical and wage benefits your own auto policy should pay.
- Uninsured and underinsured motorist claims. When the at-fault driver has no insurance or not enough.
- Repair underpayments. When your insurer will not fully pay a body shop’s repair estimate.
- Denied claims. When the insurer says no without a reasonable basis.
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Act Claims
Fighting insurer bad faith and unfair denial practices.
Denied
Challenging improper claim rejections to secure coverage.
Recovering unpaid repair costs from auto insurers.
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.
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Free Call
We listen to your story and what you are facing. We go over the facts, any evidence you have collected and how the claims process works. No pressure, just honest guidance.
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Strategy
We evaluate liability, add up your medical expenses and lost wages, and explain your options. You will understand whether settlement negotiations or a lawsuit makes more sense for you.
Let Us Handle the Claim While You Heal
We work on contingency. From paperwork to negotiating with the insurance company, we manage each step and keep you informed along the way.
Start your recovery today with a free consultation.
The first call is free, and there is no fee until we recover money for you
Meet Attorney Justin Elsner
Justin Elsner founded Elsner Law Firm in 2007 and serves as its managing attorney. He earned his J.D. from Seattle University School of Law in 2007 and was admitted to the Washington State Bar the same year. Your case is overseen by the attorney whose name is on the door.
Real People, Real Recoveries
Each of these recoveries belongs to our client. They did the hard part: the treatment, the waiting and the healing. We guided them the rest of the way.
The insurance company blamed our client’s pre-existing conditions and natural aging, and made low offers. In the end, the insurer paid the full $550,000 policy limits.
Our client suffered serious leg and back fractures in a dog attack. The insurance company tried to blame the client, claiming the client’s own dog had started a scuffle with the attacking dog. The client recovered $450,000.
The insurance company blamed our client, M.M., and offered $60,000. We took the case into litigation and showed the other party failed to exercise reasonable care. The case settled for $400,000.
The insurer argued minimal vehicle damage meant no injury, even though D.D. needed shoulder surgery. We documented the injury with medical evidence and settled for the full $125,000 policy limits.
The insurance company said the collision could not have caused K.B.’s injuries and refused to pay medical bills. We filed suit and presented the evidence to an arbitrator, who awarded $50,000.
What Our Clients Say
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What to Expect During Your Free Consultation
Your first conversation with us is free, confidential and pressure-free. We can meet at our office, at your home, at a local coffee shop or online.
Case Evaluation
We listen to your story, review your documents and look at who caused the accident, how badly you were hurt and what insurance coverage applies.
Legal Options Discussion
We explain what compensation you may be able to recover, such as medical expenses, lost wages and pain and suffering, and give you a realistic sense of the timeline. Simple cases may resolve in months; cases with serious injuries or disputed fault can take longer.
Next Steps Planning
If you decide to work with us, we explain our contingency fee and how case costs are handled, and put it all in a clear written agreement. Then we request your records, start the investigation and tell the insurance companies to contact us instead of you.
What to Bring if You Have It
- The police or collision report
- Medical records and bills
- Photos of the scene, the vehicles and your injuries
- Letters, emails and offers from any insurance company
- Names and contact information for witnesses
Book a free 30-minute consultation online or call us.
Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Seattle and All of Washington
With offices in Seattle, Brier, Ellensburg and Pullman, Elsner Law Firm helps injured people across Washington, from busy Seattle highways to rural roads in Eastern Washington. You can reach us by phone, text or online.
Washington follows a comparative fault rule. Under RCW 4.22.005, if you share some of the blame for an accident, your compensation is reduced by your share of fault, but you can still recover. For example, if you are found 20 percent at fault and your damages are $100,000, you can still recover $80,000.
Frequently Asked Questions About Seattle Personal Injury Cases
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Washington?
For most personal injury claims, Washington gives you three years to file a lawsuit (RCW 4.16.080(2)). If the injured person is under 18, the time generally does not start running until their 18th birthday (RCW 4.16.190). Other deadlines can be shorter, so contact a lawyer as soon as you can to protect evidence and your rights.
What if I was partly at fault for the accident?
You can still recover compensation in Washington. Under RCW 4.22.005, your award is reduced by your percentage of fault, but your fault does not bar your claim.
How much does a personal injury lawyer cost?
Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee, which means we are paid a percentage of what we recover for you, and there is no fee until we recover money for you. Your written fee agreement explains the percentage and how case costs are handled.
How much is my personal injury claim worth?
It depends on how badly you were hurt, your medical bills, your lost income, how the injury affects your daily life and the insurance available. We review your situation and explain what your claim may include before you make any decision.
How long will my case take?
Simple cases may settle within months. Cases with serious injuries, disputed fault or a lawsuit can take longer. We give you a realistic timeline at the start and keep you updated.
What should I do right after an accident?
Get medical care first. Then, if you can, take photos, get witness names and contact information, and get the police report number. Do not give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurer before talking with a lawyer.
My own insurance company denied my claim. Can you help?
Yes. If your insurer unreasonably denied coverage or payment of benefits, Washington’s Insurance Fair Conduct Act (RCW 48.30.015) allows you to sue for your actual damages plus attorneys’ fees, and a court can increase the award to as much as three times your actual damages. We review the denial and explain your options.
Will my case go to trial?
Most personal injury cases resolve through negotiation, but some require a lawsuit, arbitration or trial. We prepare each case so you are ready if it does not settle.
Are there cases Elsner Law Firm does not handle?
Yes. We do not handle workers’ compensation (L&I) claims, medical malpractice, or criminal and DUI defense. If your matter is outside our practice, the King County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service can help you find a lawyer at (206) 267-7100.
Let Us Stand Beside You
People choose Elsner Law Firm because we treat every client like family. We show up, we work hard and we care about what happens to you.
Let us take on the insurance companies while you focus on rebuilding your life. Whether you were hurt in a crash, lost a loved one or are fighting your own insurer, we are here to help.
Call or text us today for a free case review.
