Personal injury law is personal at Tourmaline Law.

Tourmaline Law founder Tricia O’Konek started her legal career in plaintiff’s personal injury – in fact, working with injured clients is what inspired her to become an attorney.

If you have been seriously injured, Tricia is happy to speak with you about your potential personal injury case, but please know that Tourmaline Law’s focus has shifted to assisting clients proactively plan for potential incapacity and death and she is selective about the cases she accepts.

If Tricia is unable to take your case, she will happily refer you to another member of the Washington State Association for Justice who is as committed as she is to representing the interests of injured people (not insurance companies).

Tricia is an experienced negotiator and is able to resolve many cases without the need for litigation. When litigation is unavoidable, she is experienced in helping prepare clients and their loved ones for the journey to justice.

PROTECT YOUR HEALTH FIRST

No amount of money can make up for living with a permanent injury.

Hiring an experienced personal injury attorney means you will be able to focus on your health and recovery. Being proactive about getting the treatment you need as soon after you are injured as possible gives you the best chance at a complete recovery of your health and long-term wellbeing.

Tourmaline law does not handle medical malpractice cases but is happy to provide you with a referral.

PERSONAL INJURY RACTICE AREAS

AUTO COLLISISIONS

Despite seatbelts, airbags, and other safety features, car accidents frequently result in serious injuries. Tourmaline Law understands that visible damage to your car doesn’t always tell the whole story of the car crash or reflects your injuries.

SLIPS, TRIPS, & FALLS

Slips, trips, and falls happen but when they could have been prevented by the property owner and result in serious injuries, Tourmaline Law has the experience to step in and help hold them accountable.

BIKE ACCIDENTS

Whether you’ve been doored, hit by a turning vehicle, or crashed due to a poorly designed or maintained road, bicycle accidents can be truly devastating. Having a lawyer who bikes and understands the law is a winning combination.

DOG BITES

Dog bites and other animal attacks frequently come with risk of infection, complications, PTSD, and even death. Getting immediate medical attention is as essential as hiring an experienced attorney to ensure you fully recover.

PRODUCT LIABILITY

A product liability claim typically falls into three categories: (1) defective manufacture; (2) defective design; and (3) failure to warn or instruct. The injuries can often be life altering for both the injured person and their loved ones and recovery against large corporations requires experience and strong advocacy.

WRONGFUL DEATH

Wrongful death is a civil cause of action brought by family members and dependents against people and companies who knowingly or negligently cause the death of another person. Tourmaline law will handle the claim allowing you to focus on grieving and healing.

PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENTS

Pedestrian accidents occur for a variety of reasons from distracted drivers to poor road design and even lack of crosswalks. Navigating insurance issues can be as challenging as navigating busy streets, so Tourmaline Law is here to help.

MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS

Distracted drivers, blind spots, and improperly labeled construction zones are just a few of the dangers Motorcyclists face on the open road. Uninsured motorists are another.

PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY FEES

For personal injury cases, Tourmaline Law works on a contingency fee basis meaning 1) we don’t get paid unless you do; and 2) we are paid a pre-agreed percentage of the final settlement.