It's been two decades since gas leaked from an underground pipeline into Whatcom Creek in Bellingham, accidentally igniting and killing Wade King and Stephen Tsiorvas, both 10, and Liam Wood, 18. With the help of the King and Tsivoras families, we outlined the grave missteps of Olympic Pipe Line and brought decision-makers to justice. This monumental settlement played an important part in driving the large-scale change that has led to Washington's increased performance in pipeline safety. read more

Our team at Luvera Law Firm represents the first group of plaintiffs to go to trial against Amtrak for its 2017 derailment near Seattle, Wash., which severely injured dozens of passengers, crew and community members. Check back here for regular updates about trial proceedings along with the latest media coverage. read more

As Seattle mourns the loss of four community members in the crane collapse on April 27, 2019, investigators are just beginning to explore what led to this tragedy, taking the first steps toward finding answers that will ultimately enable victims and their families to pursue accountability and greater safety measures. read more

SEATTLE - Luvera Law Firm today announced that partner Robert Gellatly was named a "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers®, while partner David Beninger and partner emeritus Ralph Brindley were also included in the 2020 Best Lawyers in America guide. read more

Robert Gellatly's opinion piece in The Seattle Times discusses the Luvera Law Firm's policy to never agree to confidentiality agreements in settlements, protecting clients' rights to tell their stories and shed light on safety issues. read more