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Washington Truck Accident Attorney
State-specific legal information for truck accident cases in Washington. Find attorneys who understand Washington law, statute of limitations, and fault rules.
Statute of Limitations
3 years
Personal injury claims
Wrongful death: 3 years
Fault System
Washington follows pure comparative negligence. You can recover damages even if you are 99% at fault...
Damage Caps
No Caps
Washington does not cap compensatory damages in personal injury cases. Both econ...
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Washington uses pure comparative negligence system, your 0% fault may prevent recovery. Consult an attorney immediately to review your options.
$135,000 - $225,000
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Washington Statute of Limitations
Personal Injury Claims
3 years
From the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline bars your claim permanently.
Wrongful Death Claims
3 years
From the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Family members must act quickly.
Legal citation: Wash. Rev. Code § 4.16.080
Don't Wait Until the Deadline
Even though you have 3 years, trucking companies can legally destroy ELD data and logs after 6 months. Contact an attorney immediately to preserve evidence. Read more about statute of limitations exceptions.
Washington Fault System
Washington follows pure comparative negligence. You can recover damages even if you are 99% at fault, though your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.
What This Means for Your Case
Washington's pure comparative negligence system is plaintiff-friendly. Even if you were partially at fault, you can still recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault. This makes it possible to pursue cases that might be barred in other states.
Legal citation: Wash. Rev. Code § 4.22.005
Washington Damage Caps
Washington does not cap compensatory damages in personal injury cases. Both economic and non-economic damages can be recovered in full.
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Primary Sources:
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