As summer approaches there is nothing quite like a beach bonfire or a campfire to roast marshmallows. While these activities promise fun and relaxation, it’s crucial to understand the regulations to safeguard both the environment and yourself from potential consequences. Be sure to understand the types of burning that don’t require a permit and the […]
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On Thursday, May 23, 2024, a deadly car crash occurred in downtown Seattle when a truck collided with a taxi cab at the intersection of 4th Avenue South and South Washington Street. Firefighters on the scene had to disentangle the passengers of the taxicab, as the car was severely crushed. Three of the passengers in
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Flying to a travel destination can be both exhilarating and exhausting, but it should never cause you pain or emotional distress due to unsafe flying conditions. Extreme turbulence does not just disrupt a peaceful flying experience, but can also cause harm to passengers, including injuries and even death. On May 21, 2024, over 71 passengers
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Emergency preparedness allows us to think and process accidents before they happen. When we prepare for the worst-case scenario, we can better respond to the situation if it does occur. Getting into a car accident can evoke many emotions, including fear and panic. It is important to stay calm and learn the steps to take
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Washington Administrative Code 19.27.710 mandates that owners of buildings equipped with fire dampers, smoke dampers, combination fire and smoke dampers, or smoke control systems must follow specific protocols for maintenance and testing. Fire Safety Code According to code 19.27.710, all buildings must: (a) Have all newly installed fire dampers, smoke dampers, combination fire and smoke
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The trucking industry plays an essential role in delivering necessary items to locations across the country, supplying everything from critical medicines and food to construction materials and the package you ordered from Amazon. Truck drivers are essential to ensuring the success of the shipping and transportation logistics network and must also be aware of safety
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On Thursday, April 11, 2024, a police chase involving a kidnapping suspect caused a fatal crash that killed an 83-year-old woman and injured two other people near Lynwood, Washington. According to reports by KIRO7, the Snohomish County police were pursuing a man who was alleged to have domestically abused a woman and kidnapped her in
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Placing a loved one in a long-term care residence such as a nursing home is a difficult decision to make. You are not only thinking about the higher quality and attention to care your family member now requires, but you are also putting your trust into a facility to ensure that a proper level of
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Jonathan Yousling, Shareholder in GLP Attorneys’ Burlington and Bellingham Offices, and Managing Shareholder of the Bellingham Office was recently published in the Washington State Association for Justice’s Trial News. Jonathan’s article, “Jurors Don’t Want Perfect Plaintiffs. They Want Real Ones.” delves into his personal philosophy on how to properly represent clients to achieve a good
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Riding a bicycle leisurely or on your commute to work can be both rewarding and dangerous. It is important to know the best practices for riding a bicycle to ensure that you remain safe on the road. In Washington state, bicyclist fatalities are rising. There was a 250% increase in bicyclist fatalities from 2022 to
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