Willis & Toews

Give the gift of life!

Debi — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 21:55:11 +0000

In 2011, I received two priceless gifts: new corneas. These surgeries prevented me from going blind. Without these gifts, my whole life would have changed. I hope that the families of the cornea donors know how much I appreciate their invaluable gifts.

Here’s a video I did about my experience at the request of the eye bank, SightLife.org: http://www.sightlife.org/family/recipient/stories/toewsDebra.php

SightLife is a wonderful organization, which not only provides corneas to people who need them here in the Northwest, but is involved in setting up eye banks around the world. Organ donation can also help a grieving family know that their loved one’s passing is not without meaning. Next time you renew your driver’s license, consider becoming an organ donor if you’re not one already.

Gratefully,

Debi Toews

Washington State Supreme Court rules that Accident Reports are public records

Debi — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 23:32:46 +0000

In a 7-2 decision, the Washington Supreme Court has ruled that the Washington State Patrol improperly withheld files from a person seeking location-specific records. This can help improve public safety when there are repeated accidents at the same location.

Click Here to Read the News Story

Non-Profit Insurers in Washington are sitting on $2.4 billion in surpluses

Debi — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 18:10:37 +0000

More than one million people in the state of Washington now have no health
insurance. At the same time, non-profit health insurers sit on $2.4
billion – yes billion – in surpluses. This is just plain wrong.

See this editorial in the Seattle times: http://seattletimes.nwsource.

Fatal Consequence of Texting While Driving

Debi — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:34:58 +0000

A Seattle teenager texting his girlfriend rear-ended a family vehicle. The ensuing crash killed a 3 year old child. There are no words for the grief this family will always feel. Read more at: Click Here to Read the Seattle Times Story

Hot Coffee . . . the real story behind the McDonald’s coffee verdict

Monte — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 14:01:06 +0000

For many years now, the McDonald’s “hot coffee verdict” has been synonymous with out of control juries and the call for tort reform. The impact of this verdict has been so powerful that many attorneys across the country specifically discuss the case with jurors during the jury selection process. But there is a surprising new documentary about this now infamous case. Take a look at this film. Discuss it with your friends and family. You might be surprised by how many erroneous preconceptions exist about this case and the jury’s verdict.

Loan Sharks Prey on the Injured

admin — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 13:47:33 +0000

You’ve seen the commercials on television, offering to advance you money on your personal injury claim. What they don’t tell you is that the interest rate can exceed 100% per year. Sadly, this industry is almost entirely unregulated.

Injured people often have lost time from work and have unpaid medical bills. They mistakenly believe that the “lawsuit lenders” offer a way out from financial pressures. However, according to a recent New York Times article, borrowing $5,000.00 can result in a debt of nearly $19,000.00 in just three years. That shows how predatory these companies can be. For more information, click here Click Here to Read the NY Times Story

About this Information

admin — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 22:10:41 +0000

This information was adapted from a brochure by the Washington State Association for justice (WSAJ) as a guide to help the citizens of Washington State understand their rights.
Established in 1953, WSAJ represents attorneys and professionals in the legal field committed to protecting citizens’ right of access to the civil justice system. The mission of the Washington State Association for Justice is to protect and promote a fair justice system and the right to trial by jury, and to ensure that any person who is harmed by the misconduct or negligence of others can obtain justice in America’s courtrooms, even when taking on the most powerful interests.

Contact Info:

admin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 20:51:57 +0000

Office Location:
30 West Main, Suite 201
Walla Walla, WA 99362

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2195
Walla Walla, WA 99362

Tel: (509) 529-0908
Fax: (509) 529-0940

Company Information:

Monte — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 20:21:51 +0000

Willis & Toews, PLLC, is a personal injury law firm. We will advocate for your fair compensation as we help you navigate the legal and insurance maze following injuries caused by automobile accidents (including collisions with bicycles and pedestrians), wrongful death, dog bites, defective property conditions causing injury or defective products causing injury.

We are located in Walla Walla, Washington but serve clients throughout Washington and Oregon. If you or anyone you know needs help or information following an injury, please call our office at (509) 529-0908 or use our contact form to arrange a free consultation.

Ballot Initiative I-1082 lacks oversight

Monte — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 06:45:44 +0000

An important initiative will be on the ballot. I-1082 would allow private insurers to offer workers compensation coverage to employers without significant oversight or regulation.

These insurers will be allowed to set their own rates without insurance commission approval unlike any other line of insurance offered in Washington.
Gives insurance carriers special access to workers doctors throughout the claims process.
Unlike any other line of insurance offered in Washington, this initiative would exempt these policies from all consumer protection laws and the Insurance Fair Conduct Act.
Unlike the current workers compensation system, this initiative does not require carriers to fund workplace safety or vocational retraining programs. The cost of those programs would fall exclusively on tax payers.

More information http://www.voteno1082.com.