Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Seattle Workers' Compensation & Personal Injury Attorneys
The Walthew Law Firm has dedicated over 90 years to advocating for injured workers and accident victims across Washington State. Our attorneys combine deep institutional knowledge with a compassionate approach to secure fair compensation for clients facing life-altering injuries or disabilities. We prioritize personalized representation, understanding the unique challenges each client faces, whether recovering from workplace injuries, car accidents, or third-party negligence.Our proven track record includes millions recovered in settlements and a reputation for ethical standards and client-focused advocacy. We actively lobby to protect workers' rights and maintain strong relationships with medical providers and claims managers to ensure comprehensive care and benefits. With offices in Seattle and Everett, we serve communities statewide, offering free consultations to help clients navigate complex legal processes.
Services
Workers' Compensation
Personal Injury
Denied Claims Appeals
Vocational Retraining
Social Security Disability
Details
- Year established: 1935
Highlights and features
- We have over 90 years of combined experience in workers' compensation and personal injury law.
- Our attorneys provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
- We maintain a proven track record of securing millions in settlements for injured clients.
- Our team prioritizes ethical standards and client-focused advocacy in all cases.
- We actively lobby to protect workers' rights and improve compensation systems.
What people say
Excellent representation
Compassionate approach
Secured lifetime pension
Dedicated legal support
Proven track record
Services
Workers' Compensation
We represent clients injured on the job, securing medical treatment, disability benefits, and vocational retraining. Our attorneys navigate Washington State's L&I system to ensure fair compensation for neck/back injuries, repetitive stress conditions, and permanent disabilities. With decades of experience, we advocate for clients denied benefits or facing employer disputes.
Personal Injury
Our firm handles car accidents, construction site injuries, and wrongful death cases caused by negligence. We pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain suffering. Attorneys investigate accident scenes, negotiate with insurers, and litigate when necessary to protect clients' rights in Seattle and statewide.
Denied Claims Appeals
When claims are wrongfully denied, we appeal decisions through formal hearings and legal action. Our team challenges improper benefit reductions for shoulder injuries, depression claims, or vocational retraining denials. We prepare detailed appeals to secure rightful compensation for clients.
Vocational Retraining
For workers unable to return to previous roles, we advocate for vocational retraining programs. Our attorneys ensure clients receive funding for new career education following hip/knee injuries or permanent partial disabilities. We coordinate with L&I to develop practical retraining plans.
Social Security Disability
We assist clients with Social Security Disability Insurance applications and appeals. Our team documents medical impairments from traumatic brain injuries or chronic conditions, ensuring compliance with federal requirements. We represent clients at hearings to secure monthly disability benefits.
People
Patrick C. Cook
Attorney
Patrick Cook advocates for injured workers, focusing on complex workers' compensation cases. He navigates L&I claims to secure medical benefits and disability payments, with experience in vocational retraining disputes.
Michael J. Costello
Attorney
Michael Costello specializes in denied workers' compensation claims and personal injury litigation. He represents clients in appeals and negotiations, ensuring fair settlements for car accidents and workplace injuries.
Kathleen K. Kindred
Attorney
Kathleen Kindred focuses on workplace injury cases and Social Security Disability claims. She assists clients with permanent partial disability benefits and vocational rehabilitation planning across Washington State.
Jonathan K. Winemiller
Attorney
Jonathan Winemiller handles construction accident claims and third-party liability cases. He secures compensation for traumatic brain injuries and wrongful death claims resulting from workplace negligence.
Christopher Sharpe
Attorney
Christopher Sharpe represents clients in workers' compensation appeals and personal injury cases. He specializes in securing benefits for repetitive stress injuries and denied medical treatments.
Questions
What should I do if my workers' comp claim gets denied?
Contact our attorneys immediately. We'll review your case, gather evidence, and appeal the decision through formal hearings to secure your rightful benefits.
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Washington?
Washington's statute of limitations is three years from the injury date. However, we recommend contacting an attorney promptly to preserve evidence and meet insurance deadlines.
Can I choose my own doctor for a workers' comp injury?
Yes, you can select a physician within L&I's network. Our attorneys help clients navigate medical provider choices and ensure appropriate treatment plans.
What compensation can I recover in a car accident case?
Victims may recover medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering. We negotiate with insurers to maximize settlements for all accident-related losses.
Do you handle cases involving vocational retraining?
Yes, we advocate for vocational retraining benefits when injuries prevent returning to previous employment, ensuring clients receive funding for new career education.
How are attorney fees structured for workers' comp cases?
Our fees follow Washington's statutory guidelines, typically a percentage of recovered benefits, with no upfront costs for clients.
Videos
