Local office in Tacoma, WA1201 Pacific Ave, Suite 605Directions

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For over 20 years, we've helped families recover after an accident. Our Tacoma office takes cases from all of Pierce County.

No fee unless we winWe only get paid when you get paid.
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Downtown Tacoma at dusk, with Union Station's copper dome and the I‑705 ramps

It was my first time going through something like this, and they took care of everything.

Michelle R.Valero Law Group clientGoogle review

Results that speak.We've won millions for our clients.

We've won over $500 million in verdicts and settlements for our clients.

$6.25MPersonal injuryA confidential personal injury settlement.
$5MAuto accidentFor a husband and wife after the husband suffered a brachial plexus injury.
$4.4MCar accidentFor a client with a neck injury. The best offer before we stepped in was $410,000.
$2.1MTruck accidentFor a client with spinal and orthopedic injuries after a crash with a commercial truck.

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes, and each case is different.

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Mount Rainier above Tacoma's Ruston Way waterfront

Our office in Tacoma

Local lawyers,right here in Tacoma.

Not every firm that advertises in Tacoma has an office here. We do.

Our office is in the 1201 Pacific tower downtown, at Pacific Avenue and South 12th Street, about a 10-minute walk from the County-City Building, where Pierce County Superior Court sits.

AddressTacoma office
1201 Pacific Ave, Suite 605
Tacoma, WA 98402
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Office phone(800) 985-9565
The same number reaches us from anywhere in Washington or California.
HoursAvailable 24/7
Including weekends. We'll meet you at home or in the hospital.

Serving Tacoma and Pierce County

Anywhere in Pierce County,we can take your case.

Our office is in downtown Tacoma, but you don't have to live here. We represent people from every part of Pierce County. Can't come to us? We'll come to you.

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Tacoma and nearby

Tacoma · Ruston · Fircrest · University Place · Lakewood · Steilacoom · Fife · Milton · Gig Harbor · Key Peninsula

South county

Parkland · Spanaway · Frederickson · Graham · Roy · Eatonville · DuPont

Puyallup Valley and east county

Puyallup · South Hill · Edgewood · Sumner · Bonney Lake · Orting · Buckley

and every community in between

And 12 offices in California

The firm's other offices are across California, from Stockton to Palm Desert.

Every kind of injury case,handled by our Tacoma team.

From accidents on I‑5 or Highway 16 to falls in local stores, our attorneys handle every kind of injury case in Tacoma, including the most complex. We can help.

We also handleCatastrophic Injuries Premises Liability

After an injury in Tacoma,what comes next.

Reports, medical records, insurance calls and deadlines, explained.

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Which agency has your report
On Tacoma's streets, it's Tacoma Police. On I‑5, Highway 16 and the other freeways, it's the Washington State Patrol. Lakewood, Puyallup and the county's other cities have their own police, and outside city limits, in places like Spanaway, Parkland and South Hill, it's the Pierce County Sheriff or the State Patrol. Wherever it happened, the State Patrol keeps the police report: you can search for it free and buy a copy for $10.50. It can take two to four weeks to appear.
Symptoms can show up later
Neck and back injuries and concussions don't always hurt right away. If something feels off in the days after, it's worth getting checked, even if you were already seen at the scene or in the ER.
Your records are yours
Wherever you were treated, from Tacoma General or St. Joseph Medical Center, the city's two Level II adult trauma centers, to Mary Bridge Children's or Good Samaritan in Puyallup, you have a right to copies of your medical and billing records. Washington gives a provider 15 working days to answer a written request. Keep the records together with your receipts.
If police don't write a report
If no officer writes a report, each driver in a crash that injured anyone, or did $1,000 or more of damage to anyone's property, must file a collision report within four days, no matter who was at fault. The State Patrol's online form gives you the report number right away.
Quick offers are usually final
The other side's insurance company may call within days, ask to record your account or offer a check. Accepting a settlement usually closes the claim for good, even if your injuries turn out worse than they first seemed.
Public agencies need a claim first
Most injury lawsuits in Washington must be filed within three years. If a city, county, transit or state vehicle or road was involved, a claim on the agency's form comes first, to the City of Tacoma, Pierce County, Pierce Transit, Sound Transit or the State, and a lawsuit can't be filed until 60 days after it (RCW 4.96.020; for the State, RCW 4.92.110).

Why choose Valero Law Group?

We champion every case,big and small.

Whether your case is worth $5,000 or $5 million, we bring the same skill, attention and determination to every client we represent.

So don't let the size of your case keep you from seeking justice: every injury deserves serious representation. Let us fight for the compensation you're owed while you focus on what matters most, your recovery.

They made me feel like a priority, and they put my needs first as a client.
IsabelValero Law Group client

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From the community, for the community.

Hablamos español.

We're a Hispanic-focused firm with native Spanish-speaking attorneys. We understand your family's needs, walk you through every step in your language, and fight to get you every dollar you deserve.

Organizations we support

Sponsor of the 2024 Share the Road Scholarship

Our community outreach

…they speak excellent Spanish, know how to help, and look out for their clients' best interests.

Yesica H.Google review

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Organizations we support

Sponsor of the 2024 Share the Road Scholarship

Our community outreach

400+five-star Google reviews

Real reviews fromour clients.

Samuel M.$881,000
Victoria M.$625,000
Karina C.$625,000
Angela M.$625,000
Destiny H.$500,000
Javier P.$375,000

Communication was key. Always available for me to answer any questions I had, no nonsense, straight to the point.

Jeremy B.Google review

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They walked me through the entire process and even made sure I was aware of every step that would follow.

Jerry S.Google review

I had an accident a year ago and they helped me through my pain, and everything was covered and easy.

Dante L.Google review

Common questionsfrom people injured in Tacoma.

Do you have an office in Tacoma?

Yes. Our office is at 1201 Pacific Ave, Suite 605, Tacoma, WA 98402, in the 1201 Pacific tower downtown, a block from the T Line's Theater District stop. You're welcome to come in, but you don't have to: call us 24/7 at (800) 985-9565 and we can meet you at your home or in the hospital.

Are your lawyers licensed in Washington?

Yes. Attorneys Marie Ballon and Eric Sapir are licensed to practice in Washington. You can check their licenses in the Washington State Bar Association's directory: Marie Ballon, WSBA No. 49844 and Eric Sapir, WSBA No. 65674.

What does it cost to hire you?

Nothing upfront. Your consultation is free, and no attorney's fees are owed unless we recover compensation for you. You may be responsible for case-related costs and expenses; we'll explain them before you sign.

How long do I have to file a claim?

Most injury lawsuits in Washington must be filed within three years of the injury (RCW 4.16.080). If a public agency may be responsible, such as the City of Tacoma, Pierce County, Pierce Transit or the State, a claim on the agency's form has to come first, and a lawsuit can't be filed until 60 days after it (RCW 4.96.020; for the State, RCW 4.92.110). Injuries on a Washington State ferry have their own claim rules. Call us early so no deadline passes.

The insurance company already made me an offer. Should I take it?

Talk to us before you accept. In one of our car accident cases, the best offer before we stepped in was $410,000. We won $4.4 million. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

Do you take cases outside Tacoma?

Yes. We take cases from every part of Pierce County, from Gig Harbor and University Place to Lakewood, Puyallup, Bonney Lake, Spanaway and Eatonville. If you can't come to us, we'll come to you.

¿Hablan español?

Sí. Our team includes native Spanish speakers, and our whole site is also in Spanish.

Attorney Marie Ballon — Marie BallonAttorney, Valero Law Group

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