Broken Bones

Davis Law Group Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers is proud to announce that our award-winning team successfully recovered a $1.97M settlement on behalf of a married couple from Leavenworth, WA, who suffered disastrous injuries in a head-on collision on US Highway 2.

Details of the Tragic Collision

On February 8, 2023, our client R.W., a 68-year-old Air Force Academy graduate and veteran, and his partner were traveling westbound just outside Tumwater Canyon. The couple were on their way to ski at Stevens Pass, a regular activity for the exceptionally active duo.

Simultaneously, the defendant driver was traveling eastbound with two passengers and lost control of her vehicle, causing her to cross the center line, rotating clockwise into the path of our client’s vehicle. Washington State Patrol cited the Defendant for driving “too fast for conditions” on the icy roadway.  The vehicles collided with a force of approximately 37 MPH, resulting in the complete destruction of both vehicles.

First responders were forced to cut the roof off of our client’s vehicle in their rescue efforts due to the catastrophic force of the impact. Two passengers in the Defendant’s vehicle died at the scene.

Injuries & Treatment

As a result of this high-speed car accident, R.W. was violently jolted, resulting in temporary paralysis and vision loss. At the scene, he was unable to move his head, torso, or extremities. He was transported to Central Washington Hospital with dangerously elevated blood pressure and decreased oxygen levels.

Our client underwent emergency surgery, lasting nearly four hours the day after the collision to protect his spinal cord and stabilize his spine. The procedure helped him regain the ability to walk, but doctors confirmed that his injuries were permanent and will likely worsen over time.

L.W. suffered major impact injuries, including three broken ribs, reduced kidney function, and extensive bruising to her chest. After the accident, she continued to experience ongoing knee pain, limited mobility, and anxiety while driving because of the trauma of the crash.

Before the accident, the couple maintained an active lifestyle that included skiing, daily hiking, and golfing. They were deeply involved in the Leavenworth community and operated a successful bed and breakfast. Now, the couple must take frequent breaks during their walks, restricted ability to ski or play golf, and cannot perform the farm work they once enjoyed together.

Litigation and Settlement

Davis Law Group Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers argued that the Defendant’s negligence not only caused physical trauma but robbed them of their “Golden Years.” Our clients were forced to shut down their bed & breakfast for four months, resulting in a significant loss of revenue. Additionally, they were forced to abandon their lavender farm project in Snohomish County, resulting in a quantifiable loss exceeding $63,000.

Attorneys Chris Davis and Colin Hutchinson-Flaming argued that the Defendant was solely responsible for the accident, as she was traveling at speeds unsafe for the icy conditions and caused a collision that permanently altered the trajectory of R.W. and L.W.’s lives. The legal team built a compelling case through aggressive litigation and thorough evidence showing the permanence of the injuries and the economic impact on the clients’ lives.

In September of 2025, just 18 months after signing with Davis Law Group, the case was successfully resolved with a settlement of $1.97M CAD, or $1,414,536.97 USD. This settlement represents accountability and hope, providing our clients with stability as they continue to deal with the lasting effects of the crash and work to reclaim as much of their active lifestyle as possible.