Information from Our Seattle Office on Washington Wrongful Death Law – Statute of Limitations

A statute of limitations is a period of time in which a lawsuit must be filed. After the statute of limitations has passed, Washington wrongful death law states that you may not bring the case to court, regardless of its merit. Serving Seattle, Washington and other areas, our wrongful death lawyers are knowledgeable in state law and can determine the statute of limitations for your wrongful death case.

Important Washington Wrongful Death Law Information

In Washington, wrongful death law states that a claim must be filed within a certain period of time after the accident. This period of time is called the statute of limitations. If a lawsuit is not filed in time, the case will be deemed legally invalid by the court regardless of the reason for the delay. Statutes of limitations exist because, after many years have passed, evidence has been lost, memories have faded, and witnesses have disappeared. These limitations are intended to ensure that the passage of time does not bias the court against either party.

Under Washington wrongful death law, a claim usually must be filed within three years of the accident for both adult beneficiaries and minors; however, we advise all those who believe they have a wrongful death case to consult with an experienced lawyer as soon as possible. Serving the greater Seattle, Washington area, wrongful death lawyers R. Glenn Phillips and Autumn J. Countryman have successfully handled many wrongful death cases and are committed to their clients through every step of the legal process.

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Contact Skilled Washington Wrongful Death Lawyers

Practicing in the Seattle, Washington area, the wrongful death lawyers at Phillips & Webster provide skilled legal representation to individuals who have been affected by a loved one's death. If his or her death was caused by the negligence of another, you may have the right to financial compensation under Washington wrongful death law. Our lawyers, R. Glenn Phillips and Autumn J. Countryman, have the legal knowledge and compassion necessary to assist you. Contact our offices in Woodinville, Bellevue, and Seattle for an evaluation of your wrongful death case by our lawyers.

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