Your legal advocate for personal-injury and family law

With over 20 years of combined experience, we handle personal injury and family law cases with skill, compassion, and a commitment to results — offering the strength of a dedicated team with the personal attention of our principal attorney every step of the way.

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About the Founder

Kagnar Som

Kagnar “Ganya” Som is a dedicated personal injury and family law attorney in Western Washington. Her personal journey fuels her passionate advocacy for victims’ rights and underserved communities. She is also committed to advancing diversity in the legal field and is viewed as a leader within the Asian attorney community.

FAQs

  • Personal injury law covers harm caused by another’s negligence or intentional actions. Victims can file civil lawsuits seeking compensation for injuries from incidents like car accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, or defective products. The victim may bring a claim for financial compensation against the wrongdoer. The lawsuit is a civil lawsuit brought by the victim.

  • If you’ve been injured, seek medical attention immediately and follow your doctor’s care plan. Document your injuries with photos. If possible, take pictures or video of the scene, gather witness contact info if possible, and write down what happened while it’s still fresh in your mind. Avoid admitting fault or apologizing — anything you say could be used against you.

  • Insurance adjusters may seem friendly, but their goal is to minimize your claim. Direct them — and any opposing attorneys — to contact K. Som & Associates instead of speaking with you directly.

  • Personal injury attorneys take on the heavy lifting of building your case so you can focus on your recovery. They help coordinate medical treatment, coordinate communication with insurance companies, and calculate both economic and non-economic damages. With their experience and advocacy, you’re more likely to achieve a favorable outcome.

  • The stronger your case, the more likely you are to reach a fair settlement. If a settlement isn’t possible, your personal injury lawyer will fight for you in court.

    A lawsuit begins with a compensation demand (the complaint), followed by the defense’s response. Both parties gather evidence through depositions, interrogatories, and subpoenas.

    More often that not, mediation and negotiation lead to a settlement before trial, but if not, a jury will decide the outcome.

  • Not always. Many personal injury cases are resolved through out-of-court settlements with the other party’s insurance company. But if a fair agreement can’t be reached, your case may go to trial. At K. Som & Associates, we’re fully prepared to fight for your rights in court if needed.

  • We specialize in various aspects of family law, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, child support, and protective order cases.

  • The divorce process involves filing a petition, serving the other party, negotiation, and, if necessary, court proceedings. The duration varies, but we work efficiently to reach a resolution as promptly as possible.

  • Mediation and collaborative negotiation are common alternatives to traditional litigation. These methods focus on reaching agreements amicably, reducing conflict and stress for all parties involved.

  • Our commitment to personalized, compassionate representation, combined with extensive legal expertise, sets us apart. We prioritize communication, understanding, and achieving the best outcomes for our clients.

Have more questions? We’re here to help and provide expert guidance at every step.