Uninsured & Underinsured Accidents in Kirkland
Speak with Lindquist & Kornfeld Today!
The state of Washington requires that all drivers carry a minimum amount of liability insurance in order to drive on public roads. This way they have some sort of financial backing and responsibility for damages they may cause in the event of a car accident.
However, this minimum insurance is not really very much in comparison to the average cost of a car accident, and even then not all drivers choose to adhere to this law. As a result, thousands of drivers who are uninsured or underinsured head out on the roads each day, presenting a massive risk to those around them. If you are injured in an accident caused by one of these drivers, it can be difficult to get the compensation you need to take care of your injuries and recover your losses.
As a Kirkland accident attorney, Mr. Robert Kornfeld has stood up for the injured for more than 35 years. He has successfully navigated numerous car accident cases. He firmly believes that everyone who has been injured deserves someone who can advocate for their best interests and protect their rights. Attorney Kornfeld provides compassionate counsel and aggressive representation to help you secure the result you need.
Call Robert Kornfeld today at (425) 657-5255for a free consultation. We can meet you at our office, in the hospital and/or a location near you. Email Rob now at Rob@Kornfeldlaw.comor pick up the phone and give us a call NOW.
Our Proven Results
Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.
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$100,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
One of our clients sustained serious injuries after a negligent driver blew passed a red light in Shoreline, causing a T-bone collision with the client’s vehicle.
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$650,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
John Doe v. Trans-America Insurance: Commercial Dump Truck Driver suffered a hip injury and permanent nerve damage to his foot
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$8,500,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
We recovered $8.5 Million for the families of two victims who were killed in a head on collision after an impaired driver over the centerline on a highway on Whidbey Island.
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$620,000 Pedestrian Accident
Barry v. Shane, et. al. (King Co. Superior Court ): A construction flagger struck by a motorist was compensated for her disability, many hip surgeries, pain and suffering and the risk of a future hip replacement.
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$2,500,000 Brain Injury
Jane Doe v. Health Care Center (Superior Court – confidentiality settlement) Patient suffered from horrific headaches, nausea, vomiting, blurred and double vision–was told she had the flu. Over several weeks no imaging studies were ordered of the patient’s brain to rule out an intracranial bleed or subarachnoid hemorrhage.
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$111,543 Motor Vehicle Accident
Our client was a passenger in a car that was also in a rear-end accident on the I-5 near Seattle. The client incurred more than $26,000.00 in medical expenses for treating the myriad of injuries they suffered do the at-fault driver’s negligent driving, including a herniated intervertebral disc and vocational disability. Allstate agreed to settle the claim for $111,543.00.
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$250,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Our client was involved in a rear-end collision on the I-5 near Federal Way, caused by a car who careened into their vehicle at 60 miles per hour. As a result, our client suffered various injuries and medical conditions, ranging from concussion to a significant injury to their left arm, necessitating surgical treatment. The client’s medical bills tallied to more than $86,000.00. Sentry Claims settled the case for $250,000 during mediation.
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$2,000,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Our client suffered injuries stemming from multiple motor vehicle accidents which occurred in a short period of time. Her injuries left her unable to return to work and with expensive medical bills for her treatment. After the accident, our client’s insurance company failed to pay her the benefits she was owed so Lindquist & Kornfeld stepped in to fight on her behalf.
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$1,350,000 Pedestrian Accident
A female pedestrian was knocked down by a vehicle in a Fred Meyer parking lot, suffering severe leg injuries that became life-threatening.
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Preparing for Uninsured/Underinsured Drivers
If you are injured by an uninsured or underinsured driver, getting financial compensation for your losses can be difficult. While you may be able to file suit against them and claim some form of recompense, you often won’t get even close to what your case is worth because they have no financial backing. Therefore, it’s important to protect yourself and do what you can on your end.
Uninsured motorist coverage provides you with extra financial backing in the event you are injured by one of these parties. In the event you are in an accident with one of these drivers, or hit by a driver who then runs off (which is happening more and more frequently now), you can file an uninsured motorist claim with your own policy and be compensated for your losses up to the policy limit. Underinsured motorist coverage functions the same, only it fills in the gap between where the other party’s insurance runs out and the actual cost of your claim.
Underinsured motorist coverage can include compensation for losses, such as:
- Injuries & medical treatment
- Rehabilitation
- Pain & suffering
- Lost income from missed work
- Injuries to passengers
- Damage to your vehicle or other property
What Makes Our Firm Unique
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40+ Years of
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No Fees Unless
We Win Your CaseOur clients can focus on healing while we fight for results—because we only get paid when you do.
Speak to an Attorney for Filing an Uninsured Motorist Claim
When filing an uninsured or underinsured motorist claim, there is no guarantee you’ll still receive the compensation you need. Insurance companies are in business to make money, after all, and your own insurance company many still try to discredit or under-sell your claim in order to protect their own bottom line, even when you are not at fault for the accident.
For this reason, you should retain a Kirkland attorney who is familiar with claims involving under and uninsured drivers. At our firm, we can protect your rights and help you obtain the full value for your claim.
Contact Robert Kornfeld online and review your options with an experienced legal professional!
