Business Details
13 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Personal Injury Representation in Washington
Gorton Law is a dedicated personal injury law firm serving clients across Washington State. With decades of combined legal experience, our team specializes in advocating for individuals who have suffered serious injuries or lost loved ones due to the negligence of others. Our practice encompasses a wide range of cases including automobile accidents, wrongful death, premises liability, and workplace injuries. We maintain a client-centered approach, providing compassionate legal representation while aggressively pursuing maximum compensation through negotiations and litigation.Our founder, Kenneth Gorton, brings unique expertise from his background in dispute resolution and psychology, complemented by his former role as a special deputy prosecutor. Recognized by AVVO with a perfect 10/10 rating and membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, we combine legal excellence with personalized service. Our contingency fee structure ensures clients receive quality representation without upfront costs. We serve Washington communities including King, Pierce, and Thurston Counties, offering home and hospital visits when needed.
Services
Automobile Accidents
Wrongful Death
Premises Liability
Workplace Injuries
Dog Bite Cases
Trucking Accidents
Slip and Fall
Nursing Home Abuse
Brain Injuries
Insurance Bad Faith
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We have recovered tens of millions of dollars for injury victims across Washington
- Our contingency fee structure ensures no legal costs until we win your case
- We provide personalized attorney attention with home and hospital visitation options
- Our founder holds three graduate degrees including law, dispute resolution, and psychology
- We maintain a perfect 10/10 AVVO rating for legal excellence and client satisfaction
Associations and certifications
- AVVO
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum
What people say
Compassionate legal representation
Aggressive courtroom techniques
Career-ending disability compensation
Transparent communication
Family-centered approach
Services
Personal Injury Representation
Gorton Law provides comprehensive legal representation for personal injury victims across Washington State. Our practice handles automobile accidents, slip and fall incidents, and other negligence cases. We work on contingency, ensuring clients receive quality legal counsel without upfront costs. Our team has recovered millions through settlements and jury awards.
Wrongful Death Claims
We represent families who have lost loved ones due to negligence or misconduct. Our attorneys handle complex wrongful death litigation involving product failures, medical negligence, and catastrophic accidents. We help families secure compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and emotional suffering while maintaining compassionate support throughout the legal process.
Workplace Injuries
Our firm advocates for injured workers navigating Washington's complex workers' compensation system. We handle industrial accidents, occupational diseases, and third-party liability claims. Our experience with Labor & Industries ensures clients receive proper medical treatment and fair financial compensation for job-related injuries and disabilities.
Product Liability
We pursue justice for victims injured by faulty consumer products, industrial equipment, and safety devices. Our attorneys have successfully litigated against major manufacturers in cases involving fire equipment failures and workplace machinery defects. We combine technical expertise with aggressive courtroom representation to secure substantial recoveries for our clients.
Insurance Bad Faith
We challenge insurance companies that wrongfully deny or underpay legitimate claims. Our practice includes disputes over personal injury protection, disability benefits, and property damage. We have recovered significant sums in cases where insurers failed to meet their obligations, including a recent $100,000+ recovery against a major insurance carrier.
People
Kenneth Gorton
Attorney
Kenneth Gorton has recovered tens of millions for injury victims while maintaining AVVO's highest rating. With three graduate degrees and membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, he brings unique expertise to complex personal injury cases. His legal career began with a federal clerkship and includes special deputy prosecutor experience.
Questions
What types of cases does Gorton Law handle?
We specialize in personal injury and wrongful death cases including automobile accidents, workplace injuries, defective products, and premises liability throughout Washington State.
How much does it cost to hire Gorton Law?
We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay no legal fees unless we recover compensation through settlement or verdict.
What makes Gorton Law different from other firms?
Our combination of legal excellence (AVVO 10/10 rating), specialized education, and personalized service ensures both aggressive representation and compassionate client support.
Can I meet with my attorney outside regular hours?
We offer flexible scheduling including home and hospital visits to accommodate clients' medical and personal circumstances.
How long do personal injury cases typically take?
Case duration varies by complexity, but we work efficiently to resolve matters while ensuring maximum compensation for our clients' injuries and losses.
What if my case goes to trial?
With extensive courtroom experience, we prepare every case for trial while pursuing fair settlements. Our track record includes multi-week jury trials and million-dollar verdicts.
