Motorcycle Accidents Attorney in Seattle, Washington
Motorcycle Accidents: The Case of the Unrestrained Dog
Motorcycle Accidents: The Case of the Unrestrained Dog
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wife on a Sunday drive on a motorcycle where, unfortunately, a dog ran out into the road in front of them, caused them to spill, crash the motorcycle and it caused very serious injuries for my client who was on the back of the motorcycle. Originally, this case didn’t seem like it was gonna go anywhere because the defendant who owned the dog claimed that she had no available insurance and she had no resources or assets to pay anything.
However, through digging and through just filing the lawsuit in spite of her claims that she had no money or no resources, we were able to find a sizeable insurance policy, actually two policies. Eventually by speaking to neighbors and having our investigator first speak to the neighbors and then I went and took depositions, come to find out that this dog had a history of always running free, that the dog owners never restrained or contained the dog and the neighbors had already complained of the dog running over to their houses and in their yards and, you know, sometimes what the defendants might tell you in the beginning of the case is not exactly true once you do a little digging.
And so that case was significant to me because the injuries were so terrible for her and the consequences to her life and to her career were not good. But by sticking with it and digging and persevering through what seemed to be a case that wasn’t gonna go anywhere, she was able to recover seven figures.
Seattle, WA personal injury attorney Erica Buckley talks about a memorable motorcycle accident caused by a loose dog. She explains that during a leisurely Sunday motorcycle ride, tragedy struck when a dog unexpectedly darted onto the road, causing my client and his wife to lose control and crash. The incident resulted in severe injuries for my client, who was riding as a passenger. Initially, this case appeared to have little potential for progress as the dog owner claimed to lack insurance coverage, resources, or assets to compensate for the damages.
However, through thorough investigation and despite the defendant’s assertions of financial hardship, we proceeded with the lawsuit. To our surprise, we discovered the existence of not just one, but two substantial insurance policies. By delving deeper and engaging our investigator to interview neighbors and subsequently conducting depositions, we unearthed a pattern of negligence on the part of the dog owners. It became apparent that the dog had a history of roaming freely, with the owners failing to restrain or confine it. Additionally, neighbors had already lodged complaints about the dog trespassing onto their properties. This experience taught us that initial claims made by defendants may not always align with the truth once diligent research is conducted.
The significance of this case lies not only in the severity of my client’s injuries but also in the detrimental impact on their life and career. Despite the initial hurdles and the perception that the case would lead to a dead end, we persevered, delving deeper into the evidence and pushing forward. Ultimately, our efforts yielded a remarkable outcome, with my client being awarded a seven-figure settlement.
This case serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of tenacity, thorough investigation, and unwavering dedication to pursuing justice. Even when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges, we remain committed to fighting for our clients’ rights and achieving favorable results.
