Melissa Odama Hart
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As an American whose father was born in a Colorado internment camp during World War II, I have always been aware of the human consequences that result from legal decisions. My firm is committed to seeking justice for every client through caring counsel and responsive service. I am dedicated to providing the best possible representation for my clients. I am an aggressive, diligent trial lawyer who is not afraid of the courtroom. I never back down from a challenge. My practice focuses primarily on car accident cases where I find great satisfaction advocating for persons who have been injured through no fault of their own by the negligence of another. I give victims and their families full support as my firm presses to maximize compensation at trial or through a favorable settlement. I bring to the table a wealth of experience. I spent the first eight years of my career as a public defender fighting for and protecting the constitutional rights of those charged with adult and juvenile misdemeanor and felony offenses. I have also garnered great trial experience in both civil defense and civil plaintiff's work. I have worked as in-house counsel for a large insurance company defending company insureds from tort claims. My firm is committed to making sure that justice is served as promptly and completely as is possible under Washington law. A few years ago, my father died due to someone else's negligence. This was an extremely traumatic event for my family. I personally know what it's like to have a loved one killed in a car accident due to someone else's negligence. Having gone through this experience, I understand the human component to this. I know how important it is to have someone on your side fighting to make sure justice is obtained.
About Personal Injury Law
Personal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. They work to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Common matters include car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries.