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If you were injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, contact The Benton Law Firm immediately to discuss your personal injury case. You might be entitled to compensation for your lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses.

People often get hurt in situations they can’t control. They cross paths with someone behaving carelessly and end up in an accident. Injuries range from minor to debilitating. Some accident victims face long-term medical issues or financial strain from expensive medical bills. The at-fault party should be liable for their misconduct.

The Benton Law Firm can represent you in your personal injury case to recover the money owed to you. We will protect your rights and fight for the justice you deserve. Call us at (206) 487-4000 for a free consultation with one of our Seattle personal injury attorneys to learn more.

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Choose The Benton Law Firm to Handle Your Personal Injury Case

Unfortunately, injuries are a common fact of life. From vehicle accidents to workplace accidents, pharmaceutical drug injuries, all the way to wrongful deaths, modern life gives us plenty to negotiate every day.

Often, people are injured because of circumstances that are entirely out of their control. Some of the time, these accidents occur even if no one directly caused them, such as when a storm caused damage to someone’s home or car.

In other cases, however, the way a person acted or failed to act may have caused an accident to happen, such as when a homeowner failed to repair their damaged porch, or a driver caused an accident while texting.

In these situations, another person’s reckless or negligent behavior directly caused an accident, which may result in an injury or monetary loss to you or your loved ones. You should not be forced to pay for the consequences of another person’s actions, especially when you had no part in the resulting accident.

When these types of accidents occur, sometimes they cause significant injuries. This is when you need an experienced Seattle personal injury lawyer on your side to help you fight back.

The personal injury lawyers at The Benton Law Firm have centered their legal careers around helping the victims of another person’s negligence receive justice. The injuries you face after a serious accident may have life-altering effects, including pain and suffering, exorbitant medical bills, and even loss of income if you are unable to return to work.

We understand the frustration and anger you must be feeling after this accident, and we will work with you so that you can begin healing.

Whether you want to understand your rights after an accident, or you have decided to pursue a lawsuit, our legal team is prepared to help you understand the best steps to take moving forward.

We have the necessary legal experience to help you build a strong case and help you to receive the compensation you need.

Seattle Personal Injury Attorney Jeff Benton has been helping injured people in Seattle, Dallas, Fort Worth, Brownsville, El Paso, Tyler, and across the state of Texas for years and has recovered millions on behalf of injury victims.

If you’ve been injured in an accident, contact our office today for a free consultation.

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Recent Case Results

$5,500,000 - Trucking Accident

Jeff Benton represented the family of a man who was killed when he was rear-ended by an 18-wheeler. The case was resolved approximately one year after the incident.

Attorney’s Fees: $1,833,333.33 | Expenses: $40,704.53

$835,821.97 – Premises Liability

Jeff Benton represented a man who slipped and fell at a Taco Bell in Grand Prairie, Texas, that caused a severe back injury requiring surgery. At trial, the evidence showed that Taco Bell employees identified the spill, but failed to follow company policy that required an employee to stand by the spill to warn customers. The jury found the defendant 100% responsible and awarded damages for medical expenses, pain, mental anguish and impairment.

Attorney’s Fees: $327,000.00 | Expenses: $15,101.42

$581,762 – Premises Liability

Jeff Benton represented a woman who sustained injuries including a concussion and broken ribs in an accident involving an ATV. The client, a minor, lost consciousness in the accident and had to be evacuated by helicopter from a rural area in North Texas. A judgment was obtained that included a recovery for the client’s past medical bills, pain, mental anguish and impairment.

Attorney’s Fees: $194,000 | Expenses: $971.37

$495,000 – Motor Vehicle Accident

Jeff Benton represented a woman who was severely injured when a construction vehicle ran a red light. As a result of the incident, the client had to undergo neck surgery. The case settled just 15 months after the incident.

Attorney’s Fees: $188,000.00 | Expenses: $940.80

$400,000 – Premises Liability

Jeff Benton represented an individual who suffered significant injuries to his knee and lower back when he fell from a defective ladder while working for an international telecommunications company. After taking depositions that revealed the defendant had lied about the condition of the ladder, the case was resolved at mediation.

Attorney’s Fees: $160,000.00 | Expenses: $4,544.65

$315,000 – Trucking Accident

Jeff Benton represented an individual who was sustained back and neck injuries when she was rear-ended by an 18-wheeler on her way to work. Although the primary defendant tried to blame the accident on another commercial vehicle, both defendants agreed to settle the case shortly before trial.

Attorney’s Fees: $120,000.00 | Expenses: $3,238.38

$250,000 (Policy Limits) – Motor Vehicle Accident

Jeff Benton represented a man who was injured when another driver ran a red light, colliding with his work van. As a result of the accident, the man required a shoulder surgery.

Attorney’s Fees: $100,000.00 | Expenses: $3,023.20

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Personal Injury Cases We Handle

You should get the chance to hold the negligent party accountable for the harm they caused. At The Benton Law Firm, we have extensive experience pursuing action on behalf of our clients. We can handle various personal injury cases, including:

Pedestrian accidents

Scooter injuries

False imprisonment

Drug injuries and pharmaceutical liability

Lime bike injuries

Premises liability accidents

Truck accidents

Work injuries

Dog bites

Spinal injuries

Burn injuries

Car accidents

Wrongful death

Children’s injuries

Boating accidents

Brain injuries

Product liability injuries

Bicycle accidents

Motorcycle accidents

Although these are some of the most common forms of personal injury, many other types of injuries are still possible. Even if the circumstances of your injury are not specifically covered, our attorneys may still be able to help you build your case.

Common Types of Injuries in Personal Injury Cases

You should receive compensation from the at-fault party for your injury regardless of the type and severity. Even if you sustained minor cuts and bruises, the person responsible for the incident should be liable for any medical attention you require.

Personal injury cases can involve accidents leading to a range of injuries, such as:

Spinal cord injuries Burn injuries Internal bleeding Sprained or pulled muscles Traumatic brain injury and other head injuries Paralysis Broken bones Psychological trauma Loss of limb or amputation injury Whiplash Nerve and tissue damage Joint dislocation Torn tendons and ligaments Back injuries Infections Organ failure Toxic exposure

Compensation Available in Personal Injury Cases

The losses recoverable in a personal injury case depend on various factors, including the severity of your injury and the total expenses incurred from the accident. You can file a claim with the at-fault party's insurance company or file a lawsuit in civil court.

Whether you pursue a claim or lawsuit, the money you receive might compensate you for accident-related losses, such as:

Pain and suffering Emergency room visits, prescriptions, physical therapy, and other medical expenses Mental anguish Lost wages Lost earning capacity Loss of employment or business opportunities Inconvenience Cost of domestic services Disability or disfigurement Loss of enjoyment of life Property damage

Our Law Firm: A Record of Success

When you choose to pursue a personal injury lawsuit, you cannot trust your case with just any lawyer. The outcome of your lawsuit may mean the difference between financial security or ruin for you and your loved ones.

Therefore, it is important to find a Seattle personal injury lawyer who is knowledgeable about and experienced with personal injury law, in order to give you the best possible chance to win your case and receive compensation.

At The Benton Law Firm, we do not believe you should trust us based on our words alone, which is why we rely on our past successes to indicate our experience and our capability as personal injury lawyers. Past cases we have worked on and won include:

$835,821 Premises Liability
A premises liability case in which a man slipped and fell in a Grand Prairie Taco Bell - awarded $835,821
$495,000 Car Accident
A car accident in which a woman was injured after another vehicle ran a red light - awarded $495,000
$249,000 Medical Malpractice
A medical malpractice suit in which a doctor was found to be negligent in his care - awarded $249,000

These are just a few examples of the most recent cases we have won. Our clients received significant compensation for their injuries in a multitude of different circumstances. We believe that our record speaks for itself, but our past clients have said some pretty nice things about us too! .

Testimonials

“Jeff was highly professional and an excellent communicator in my personal injury claim. He handled complicated communications with multiple parties very well and was able to guide me through the process. I highly recommend Jeff for anyone seeking excellent legal service.”

Gary

“They are the nicest people I have ever talked to! I would definitely recommend them to my family and friends! Thank you for all your hard work and thank you for getting us the best deal we could have gotten! We really appreciate you so much!”

V.K.

“Jeff and his staff treated me like family. We didn’t know what to expect from the insurance company when they offered nothing. After a long hard fought battle. Jeff came out the winner and got me $400,000.”

T.A.

“I would recommend Benton Law Firm to everyone I know. Everyone in the Benton Law office is very kind and professional! My attorney was Leon Kassab. He was very knowledgeable and precise with my case. He eased my mind and made the transition of a 3 year long case, run smoothly. Their office kept me informed of all the hearings and they were very sympathic to all of my injuries and the outcome of my medical treatment. Thank you Benton Law Firm for representing me. Great Job, Benton Law Firm!”

D.R.

“Jeff Benton changed my life-long fear and mistrust for lawyers. Even though lawyers are a totem of American life, I had avoided them out of fear and mistrust. But my husband was seriously injured in a car accident two years ago and I didn’t know which way to turn. A friend recommended giving Jeff Benton a call. I sounded desperate over the phone; but he responded to my anxiety by making a house call. Sitting at my dining room table, he listened with patience, then helped me work through my options. Being sharp, knowledgeable and effective, Jeff Benton was able to settle my case and the hospital bills within record time. I am grateful for this attorney’s caring professionalism and would recommend him to anyone facing a personal injury crisis.”

C.H.

“I would recommend the Benton Law Firm to anyone in need. Karla was with me every step of the way. She guided me step by step and kept me up to date. Very professional and considerate.”

T.A.

Mr. Benton represented me in a personal injury lawsuit that happened while I was traveling from NJ (my hometown) to Dallas. This was my first (and hopefully only) experience filing a lawsuit and I was unfamiliar with the entire process and didn’t know what to expect. Mr. Benton was very professional, but genuinely empathetic, competent and most importantly, honest. He did not set false expectations and he was very patient, taking care to explain every step of the process to me so I was able to make informed decisions. I must say it was positively refreshing being able to trust him completely handling my case – especially since he was 2,000 miles away!”

T.M.

“Even though lawyers are a totem of American life, I had avoided them out of fear and mistrust. But my husband was seriously injured in a car accident two years ago and I didn’t know which way to turn. A friend recommended giving Jeff Benton a call. I sounded desperate over the phone; but he responded to my anxiety by making a house call. Sitting at my dining room table, he listened with patience, then helped me work through my options. Being sharp, knowledgeable and effective, Jeff Benton was able to settle my case and the hospital bills within record time. I am grateful for this attorney’s caring professionalism and would recommend him to anyone facing a personal injury crisis.”

Constance

“Best. Law. Firm. Ever… When the insurance companies didn’t want to play nice, we hired the Benton Law Firm to clean up the mess. Jeff and his staff got us a nice settlement, which took care of our medical bills, allowed us to replace our beloved Miata, and let us put the wreck behind us. We couldn’t be happier with how they handled our case. I hope we’re never in that situation again, but if we are, we know who to call.”

Julia

“Mr. Benton handled my case with sensitivity and always took the time to answer all of my questions. His team communicated consistently and professionally and remained patient during some emotional situations. I am thankful for the outcome and would definitely recommend The Benton Law Firm.”

Nicole

“Very professional lawyer, he helped with my needs immediately. His staff is exceptional. They kept in contact and gave me detailed updates regarding my case. In the end, I am completely satisfied with the results. I definitely recommend Jeff to anyone.”

David

“It has been a very good one for me, Jeff helped me when I was hurt, sent me to the doctor to help my pain. Thank you. You guys are terrific.”

C.B.

“Mr. Benton is an Awesome attorney! From beginning to end he kept me informed about my case and explained the process along the way! Mr. Benton and his staff are very professional , kind and honest people. I would highly recommend The Benton Law firm! Thank you Jeff!”

Rochelle

I cannot recommend Jeff Benton highly enough. He treated me like family from the start, made sure I had the best of the best healthcare even though I had no health insurance. I was badly injured in an accident that resulted in a three level cervical fusion and Jeff was able to secure a settlement for me that was life changing. I will be forever grateful.

Catherine

“The Benton Law Firm took away all the frustration and complications that I had experienced after my accident and made the process so much better. I would recommend them to all my friends and family.”

V.J.

“After an armored vehicle crashed into my car I got the sense that I would need representation. The Benton Law Firm came as a recommendation from a friend and I couldn’t be happier with their assistance in my case. Jeff and his staff were direct and always a step ahead of my concerns.”

M.R.

“Mr. Jeff Benton called me as soon as he got notice that I needed him from the airplane. That was, to me, an awesome attorney. And the next day he was investigating my case. I will refer everyone to The Benton Law Firm.”

Z.W.

“I had a good experience. People were friendly. I was always able to reach someone on the phone when I called. Overall very good.”

W.W.

“The Benton Law Firm represented my case effectively and efficiently. Making sure I was fully aware of all the possibilities and outcomes of my case. Very professional and honest law firm.”

D.T.

“My experience with The Benton Law Firm was very pleasant. Every Time I had to talk with anyone from the firm, they were always helpful and professional and kind. Thank you for everything!”

J.L.

“Absolutely above and beyond, they worked my case to complete satisfaction! I would recommend The Benton Law Firm to anyone. They are amazing and very caring. They took on a very difficult case and won it!”

J.H

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Statute of Limitations in Personal Injury

In Washington, the statute of limitations on personal injury cases allows a three-year timeframe to file a lawsuit. That means you have three years from the accident date to initiate your lawsuit against the at-fault party.

Steps You Should Take After an Accident

Taking immediate action is crucial if someone else is at fault for your injuries in an accident. You should seek medical attention after leaving the scene. A doctor can examine you to diagnose your injury and determine whether you need follow-up care. If they recommend additional treatment, listen to their instructions.

You should continue treating your injury regularly until you heal or your medical providers place you at maximum medical improvement (MMI). MMI means you have recovered as much as possible, and further treatment likely won't improve your condition. Attending every doctor’s appointment is critical. Gaps in treatment can negatively affect your case. The insurance company might look at those gaps as evidence of a minor injury and offer a low settlement or deny your claim.

You should take notes about the accident and maintain records. Write a detailed description of how the incident occurred while it’s fresh in your mind. You can keep a journal of your symptoms to demonstrate their impact on your daily routine. Mention whether your symptoms worsen during specific activities.

Keep a copy of every document associated with your case. Hold onto your written prescriptions, billing statements, physician notes, hospital records, diagnostic test results, and other records. The more evidence you have to prove your injury and the treatment you require, the better your chance of securing maximum compensation.

Hiring a Seattle personal injury lawyer from The Benton Law Firm is also beneficial. We can handle every aspect of your case, including filing an insurance claim, obtaining the available evidence, and negotiating a settlement. Our trial attorneys are prepared to file a lawsuit if necessary and fight for you in court. You should not take on the responsibility yourself. Let us take over so you can focus on your treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

At The Benton Law Firm, we understand how overwhelming it can be to pursue a personal injury case after an accident. We have answered the questions we hear most frequently from our clients to help you prepare for the legal road ahead.

What should I do if the insurance company calls me?

The insurance company will likely reach out to you to discuss the details of your claim. Your best option is to keep the conversation brief. You’re not legally obligated to speak to the at-fault party’s insurer and provide the information they request. If they try to pull information from you, inform them that you hired a lawyer and give them our phone number. We can speak with them about your case.

Am I entitled to compensation if I’m partially at fault for the accident?

Yes. You could recover compensation in a personal injury lawsuit even if your actions contributed to the accident. Pure comparative negligence does not bar a financial recovery.

Instead, it allows the jury to reduce the plaintiff’s compensation by their percentage of shared fault.

For example, if you have $100,000 in losses but the jury determines you are 20 percent liable for your injury, the maximum monetary award you can receive is $80,000.

When should I hire a personal injury attorney?

You should hire a lawyer shortly after an accident. Holding someone financially liable for their actions is challenging. You need an experienced legal team to start investigating before valuable evidence goes missing or gets damaged. Trying to seek compensation without representation can result in an unfavorable outcome. When you hire a lawyer, they can handle the legal process for you.

Injured in an Accident? Contact The Benton Law Firm Now

You don’t have to go through this difficult ordeal alone. The Benton Law Firm can help you build a solid personal injury case to hold the negligent party liable for their wrongdoing and secure the money you need to cover your medical care and other expenses. We will fight by your side until the end.

If someone caused your injuries in an accident, call The Benton Law Firm at (206) 487-4000 or contact us online for a free consultation with one of our experienced Seattle personal injury attorneys.

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