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It happens in an instant—a sudden jolt, the crunch of metal, the screech of tires—and just like that, your day changes. Whether it’s a major crash or a minor fender bender, the moments right after an accident are disorienting. But what you do next can make a huge difference. “Your first priority should always be…
It happens in an instant—a sudden jolt, the crunch of metal, the screech of tires—and just like that, your day changes. Whether it’s a major crash or a minor fender bender, the moments right after an accident are disorienting. But what you do next can make a huge difference. “Your first priority should always be…
A motorcycle accident can happen in a heartbeat—but the aftermath often unfolds with lingering physical, emotional, and financial consequences. If you’re involved in a crash, Bill Pickett, senior trial attorney and partner at Larson Griffee Pickett, says the steps you take immediately afterwards can make all the difference. “First and foremost, make sure everyone is…
A Growing Threat in the Skies Above Our Fields Eastern Washington’s rich agricultural landscape depends heavily on aerial spraying and crop management. Agricultural helicopters, often flying just above tree lines, are essential tools for farmers—but they also pose a serious risk when operating near power lines. Recent and past incidents across the region highlight a…
by Bill Pickett Welcome to LGP’s first blog of the new year! Having worked as a trial attorney here in Yakima, Washington for the past 27 years, I’ve seen some pretty unfortunate things over the years. Today, in an effort to help you avoid those things and promote mindfulness about best safety practices, I will…
by Bill Pickett Today, we’re going to share a few words of advice regarding holiday safety as the Yakima Valley community prepares to celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas. During these special times, everyone wants to focus on spending an enjoyable season with loved ones, and no one wants their cheer spoiled by accidents or injuries. But…
One of the most common questions we get as lawyers is this: “Should I go to law school?” It’s a big question with many different aspects to consider. Whether you’re an aspiring lawyer, a current law student, or even a law school graduate, you’ll find valuable insights in this post. We’ll cover the pros, cons,…
Insurance is something most of us don’t think about until we need it, but understanding the ins and outs of it is crucial for everyone. From protecting others to securing your own future, insurance plays a pivotal role in our lives – and what’s crazy is that people will claim it’s just some kind of…
Welcome to our podcast! I’m Bill Pickett, one of the partners at LGP Law. Today, we’re reflecting on how the COVID-19 pandemic tested the resilience of many professions, and none more so than the legal sector. We’ll explore how lawyers handled the pandemic, what their strengths were, their shortcomings, and the lessons we learned for…
by Bill Pickett Joining me today on Homegrown in the Heart is my son Grant Pickett, following after his siblings Jack and Maddie. We discuss his own unique history of overcoming challenges to pursue his goals. In this episode, we will cover Grant’s journey so far: Yakima Valley Bred Grant was the first of the…