At the Law Offices of Matthew D. Dubin, we work hard for our clients. It is our highest priority that our clients' claims are being handled efficiently and effectively. We are also committed to maintaining frequent communications with our clients. We return phone...
The insurance company is threatening to close my claim
The one thing insurance companies don't want is for you to be educated about your rights. An educated claimant knows what he has to say and what he can keep private. He knows what forms he has to sign and what forms can be discarded. An educated claimant cannot be...
The police report for my accident is wrong. What should I do?
Occasionally we get a client who lets us know that the police traffic collision report for their motor vehicle accident is wrong. Police officers do the best they can when investigating claims, but they do sometimes make mistakes. Most commonly the mistake involves...
When your doctor wants to close your case before you’re better
If there's one thing I've learned in my 20 years representing injured people, its that everyone experiences injuries differently. I've seen people walk away from major wrecks without needing any treatment at all and I've seen people suffer for years from relatively...
Do pedestrians have a part in preventing pedestrian accidents?
Pedestrians are just one part of every vibrant city. Seattle residents fill the city streets as they casually move from place to place. This pedestrian traffic helps to support local businesses, helps to cut back on traffic congestion and helps people get out and...
I want to fire my lawyer
Several times each year, I get a call from someone who was injured in an accident, hired a lawyer, and now wants to fire his lawyer and hire me. The most common reason people give for wanting to change lawyers is lack of communication. They tell me stories of trying...
Join us in celebrating Matt’s book
This summer, Matt's new book, "Maximizing Your Injury Claim" took Amazon by storm, quickly becoming the #1 new release in the Personal Injury category. Now you are invited to join us as we celebrate this book release in style at Seattle's Hotel Monaco, 1101 4th...
DO I HAVE TO PAY TO MEET WITH A LAWYER?
Every day I get phone calls from people who have been injured in some kind of accident. Often the first question they have for me is how much it will cost to meet with me to discuss their case. I guess it shouldn't surprise me; most people don't really pay attention...
Contributory negligence in Washington
Seattle's streets are a busy place. There are cars, commercial trucks, bikes and buses. With all this traffic, accidents are almost guaranteed. However, these accidents don't just occur between two vehicles. Pedestrians are also at risk of injuries while in or near...
Pedestrian hit by car, left with life-threatening injuries
Drivers have many responsibilities when they get behind the wheel of a car. They need to make sure they are following rules that apply to themselves, wearing their own seatbelt, for example. They also need to make sure they are following general traffic laws. This...
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