Introduction
Staff at Buckley & Associates speak six languages: Chinese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese, and French. That multilingual capability reflects a deliberate choice to serve Washington state’s diverse population across a practice built on over 40 years of personal injury experience. Operating from offices at 900 SW 16th St, Suite 130, Renton, WA 98057, with additional locations in Tacoma and Vancouver, the firm handles car accidents, dog bites, slip and fall cases, motorcycle accidents, bus accidents, and product liability claims throughout Washington state.
The team includes attorneys Erica Buckley, James Buckley, Ronald Unger, and Christopher Morales, working together on cases in King, Pierce, and Clark Counties.
Practice Areas
Buckley & Associates handles personal injury cases throughout Washington state.
Car Accidents
The firm represents Seattle car accident victims in cases involving rear-end collisions, head-on crashes, side-impacts, rollovers, sideswipes, drunk driving accidents, distracted driving incidents, and hit-and-runs. Attorneys investigate claims, negotiate with insurance companies, and litigate when settlements fall short. Compensation pursued includes medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and funeral costs for wrongful death cases. The firm operates on contingency fees and resolves most cases before trial while maintaining full courtroom readiness.
Slip and Fall
Slip and fall cases handled by the firm involve hazardous property conditions including wet floors, uneven surfaces, poor lighting, loose carpet or tiles, unmarked step downs, and icy sidewalks. These accidents commonly cause head injuries, hip fractures, neck and back injuries, soft tissue damage, herniated discs, and facial injuries. The firm’s attorneys understand Washington’s comparative negligence laws and navigate insurance company strategies designed to delay, deny, or minimize valid claims.
Dog Bites
Buckley & Associates represents dog attack victims throughout Washington state. The firm emphasizes Washington’s strict liability statute, which holds dog owners responsible for injuries regardless of the animal’s prior behavior. Injuries handled include severe lacerations, infections, nerve damage, facial trauma, broken bones, and psychological harm. Attorneys gather veterinary records, animal control history, and witness statements to build claims for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, disfigurement, and psychological trauma.
Motorcycle Accidents
The firm represents motorcycle accident victims across Washington, recognizing the catastrophic nature of crash injuries including head and neck injuries, road rash, broken bones, facial damage, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries. A specific challenge the firm addresses is insurer attempts to assign blame to riders in Washington’s pure comparative negligence system, where parties can be assigned a percentage of fault. Attorneys review police reports, address insurance coverage issues, and pursue fair compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.
Bus Accidents
The firm handles bus accident cases for passengers, other vehicle occupants, and pedestrians injured in Washington state. Legal representation addresses the layered complexity of bus accident liability involving vehicle operators, companies, and potentially governmental entities.
Product Liability
Buckley & Associates handles product liability claims where clients used a product as intended, without substantial alteration, and suffered harm. Actionable defects include improper testing, manufacturing processes that produce non-conforming products, and unsafe product designs. The firm advises clients to preserve the product in the condition it was in at the time of injury to support the claim.
Defective Medical Products
The firm specifically handles cases involving defective medical products, where clients may have claims arising from device failures during treatment or recovery.
Attorney Profiles
Erica Buckley leads the firm alongside her colleague James Buckley, with the pair handling car accidents, dog bites, and motorcycle cases throughout Washington. Client reviews specifically mention her assistance and communication.
James Buckley works alongside Erica Buckley across the firm’s personal injury practice areas.
Ronald Unger handles personal injury and accident cases, with clients noting his attention and the teamwork of his support staff including case manager James.
Christopher Morales rounds out the attorney team. The multilingual practice collectively covers Chinese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese, and French.
Location and Service Area
Buckley & Associates operates from:
- 900 SW 16th St, Suite 130, Renton, WA 98057 (primary)
- Additional offices in Tacoma and Vancouver
The firm also lists an office address at 9171 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 500, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 and a Nashville address at 3200 West End Avenue, Suite 500, Nashville, TN 37203.
The practice serves clients throughout Washington state, with primary coverage in King, Pierce, and Clark Counties. The main phone number is (206) 558-8441.
The firm’s website is at buckleylaw.net/
Client Focus
The multilingual capability of Buckley & Associates addresses a real gap in legal services for Washington state’s immigrant and non-English-speaking communities. By staffing attorneys who speak Chinese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese, and French, the firm removes communication barriers that can prevent injured people from getting effective representation.
Free initial consultations are available, and the firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning no out-of-pocket costs for clients while pursuing their claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
What languages does the firm serve clients in?
The multilingual staff at Buckley & Associates speaks Chinese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese, and French in addition to English.
Who are the main attorneys at the firm?
The firm’s attorneys include Erica Buckley, James Buckley, Ronald Unger, and Christopher Morales.
What areas of law does the firm handle?
The firm handles car accidents, slip and fall cases, dog bites, motorcycle accidents, bus accidents, product liability, and defective medical product cases throughout Washington state.
How does Washington’s strict liability law affect dog bite cases?
Washington’s strict liability statute holds dog owners responsible for injuries caused by their animals regardless of the dog’s prior behavior. The victim does not need to prove the owner knew the dog was dangerous.
What is Washington’s pure comparative negligence rule?
Washington’s pure comparative negligence system allows parties to be assigned a percentage of fault. This matters in motorcycle accident cases where insurers may try to attribute some blame to the rider. The firm addresses these arguments directly.
Does the firm charge upfront fees?
No. Free initial consultations are available, and the firm operates on a contingency fee basis with no out-of-pocket costs for clients.
Closing
Buckley & Associates brings over 40 years of personal injury experience to Washington state clients, combined with multilingual staff coverage that makes the firm accessible to a broader range of communities than most regional practices. From car accidents and dog bites to slip and fall cases and product liability claims, the firm pursues full compensation through negotiation and, when necessary, courtroom litigation.
Contact the firm at (206) 558-8441 or visit buckleylaw.net/ for a free consultation.