Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Advocates for Justice in Personal Injury Cases
Gorton Law has dedicated its practice to advocating for injured individuals and families in Washington State. With decades of combined legal experience, our firm specializes in personal injury cases including automobile accidents, wrongful death, and workplace injuries. Our founder, Kenneth Gorton, brings a unique combination of legal expertise and psychological insight to every case, having earned three graduate degrees including a Juris Doctor and a Master's in Dispute Resolution. We operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring clients receive dedicated representation without upfront costs. Our approach combines aggressive courtroom preparation with compassionate client communication, offering home and hospital visits when necessary.Recognized by AVVO as a 10/10-rated attorney and member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, we maintain a proven track record of securing substantial settlements and verdicts. Our practice extends across Pierce, Thurston, and King Counties, serving clients in both state and federal courts. We prioritize personalized attention, maintaining direct attorney-client communication throughout the legal process. Our commitment to justice is reflected in our extensive trial experience and successful resolution of complex cases involving insurance companies, government agencies, and multinational corporations.
Services
Automobile Accidents
Wrongful Death
Workplace Injuries
Medical Malpractice
Product Liability
Slip and Fall
Trucking Accidents
Nursing Home Abuse
Firefighter Claims
Police Officer Cases
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of combined legal experience in personal injury law
- Direct attorney communication throughout your case
- Proven track record of multi-million dollar settlements
- Contingency fee basis - no payment until we win
- Home and hospital visits available for injured clients
Associations and certifications
- AVVO
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum
What people say
Compassionate legal representation
Successful complex case outcomes
Direct attorney communication
Dedicated client support
Proven courtroom success
Services
Automobile Accidents
We represent victims of automobile collisions in Washington State. Our firm handles claims against insurance companies for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With extensive experience negotiating settlements and litigating complex cases, we ensure clients receive fair compensation for injuries sustained in car accidents. Our contingency fee structure means no upfront costs for our clients.
Wrongful Death
Our firm provides compassionate representation for families who have lost loved ones due to negligence. We handle claims against responsible parties while respecting the emotional challenges faced by grieving families. With experience in complex litigation involving corporations and government agencies, we secure compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, and loss of future income.
Workplace Injuries
We advocate for workers injured on the job, including claims against employers and third parties. Our experience includes navigating Washington's Department of Labor & Industries processes while pursuing additional compensation from negligent third parties. We help clients secure medical benefits and lost wage compensation through complex litigation when necessary.
Product Liability
Our firm represents clients injured by defective products, including industrial equipment and consumer goods. We litigate against manufacturers and distributors to hold them accountable for design flaws, manufacturing defects, and inadequate warnings. With experience in multi-week jury trials, we secure compensation for medical expenses and other damages caused by dangerous products.
Slip and Fall
We handle premises liability cases where property owners' negligence caused injuries. Our firm pursues compensation for medical costs and lost income resulting from slip and fall accidents in commercial and residential properties. With successful verdicts in multiple Washington counties, we ensure property owners are held accountable for unsafe conditions.
People
Kenneth Gorton
Attorney
Kenneth Gorton has recovered tens of millions of dollars for injury victims. A former special deputy prosecutor and Pepperdine law school graduate, he holds three graduate degrees and maintains a 10/10 AVVO rating. He serves as a hearing officer for the Washington State Bar Association.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We handle all major personal injury cases including automobile accidents, wrongful death claims, workplace injuries, product liability, and premises liability cases across Washington State.
How are your legal fees structured?
We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay no fees until we successfully recover compensation through settlement or trial verdict.
Can I meet with my attorney outside regular hours?
Yes, we offer home and hospital visits for injured clients and maintain direct communication with all clients throughout their cases.
What experience do you have with insurance companies?
We have extensive experience negotiating with major insurance providers and litigating against corporate defense attorneys in both state and federal courts.
How long have you served the Washington community?
Gorton Law has represented Washington injury victims since 2013, with our attorney maintaining legal practice experience since completing law school in 2000.
