Business Details
40 Years
experience
Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Vancouver, WA
Schauermann Thayer has been a trusted advocate for injured individuals and grieving families since 1986. Our firm specializes in personal injury and wrongful death cases, representing clients in Washington and Oregon with unwavering dedication. With decades of combined experience, our attorneys have secured significant settlements and verdicts through meticulous case preparation and aggressive litigation. We prioritize client needs, offering free consultations and contingency fee arrangements to ensure access to justice regardless of financial circumstances.Our teams expertise spans car accidents, trucking collisions, construction site injuries, and complex liability cases, supported by a proven track record of holding negligent parties accountable. Recognized for excellence by peers and clients alike, we combine legal acumen with compassionate advocacy to deliver results that restore stability and dignity to those we serve.
Services
Personal Injury
Wrongful Death
Car Accidents
Truck Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Construction Accidents
Dog Bites
Bicycle Accidents
Boat Accidents
Dangerous Products
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of combined legal experience in injury and wrongful death cases.
- Our attorneys have recovered millions in settlements and verdicts for clients.
- Free initial consultations with no obligation or upfront costs.
- Contingency fee basis ensures you pay only if we win your case.
- Proven track record in complex litigation against insurance companies and corporations.
What people say
Knowledgeable, helpful
Amazing communication
Fair, aggressive advocates
Experienced, thorough
Pillar in the community
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured due to negligence in car crashes, slip-and-falls, and workplace accidents. Our attorneys negotiate with insurers to cover medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With decades of experience, we ensure clients receive fair compensation for current and future needs through settlements or litigation.
Wrongful Death
Our team supports families grieving preventable losses from accidents, medical errors, or defective products. We pursue compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional trauma while holding liable parties accountable. Compassionate advocacy ensures clients focus on healing while we handle legal complexities.
Car Accidents
We handle claims for crash victims injured by distracted, drunk, or reckless drivers. Cases include head-on collisions, hit-and-runs, and uninsured motorist disputes. Our contingency-based approach ensures aggressive representation to recover damages for medical bills, vehicle repairs, and long-term rehabilitation needs.
Truck Accidents
Our firm investigates collisions involving semi-trucks, delivery vehicles, and freight carriers. We address federal regulations, driver fatigue, and corporate liability to secure compensation for catastrophic injuries or fatalities. Expert collaboration ensures thorough case-building against well-funded insurance defense teams.
Motorcycle Accidents
We advocate for motorcyclists struck by cars or trucks, challenging biases against riders in claims. Cases address lane-splitting disputes, impaired drivers, and road design flaws. Compensation covers medical care, lost earning capacity, and emotional distress through jury trials or negotiated settlements.
People
Scott Staples
Attorney
Scott Staples joined Schauermann Thayer in 2006, becoming a partner in 2010. He specializes in personal injury litigation, including auto accidents and premises liability, with a track record of successful verdicts. He graduated cum laude from Willamette University College of Law.
Brad Thayer
Attorney
Brad Thayer, a 2018 Clark County Bar Association Rising Star, focuses on auto accidents and wrongful death cases. Fluent in Spanish, he joined the firm in 2015 and became a partner in 2018 after earning his law degree cum laude from Willamette University.
Ben Melnick
Attorney
Ben Melnick, recognized as Clark Countys Rising Star in 2016, handles injury and insurance disputes. A Gonzaga University School of Law graduate, he became a partner in 2020 and prioritizes client communication in cases involving accidents and negligence.
Craig Schauermann
Of Counsel
Craig Schauermann has practiced personal injury law since 1976, securing landmark verdicts in Washington. A former president of the Clark County Bar Association, he provides strategic guidance to the firms complex litigation cases.
William Thayer
Of Counsel
William Thayer, licensed in Washington and Oregon, has tried over 45 jury trials and arbitrated 75+ cases. He specializes in negotiating settlements for catastrophic injury claims and serves as an arbitrator in legal disputes.
Questions
What types of cases does Schauermann Thayer handle?
We specialize in personal injury, wrongful death, car accidents, trucking collisions, motorcycle crashes, construction site injuries, and dog bite cases across Washington and Oregon.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations with no obligation to discuss your case and legal options.
How are attorney fees structured?
We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay no upfront costs, and our fee is a percentage of your settlement or verdict.
What if the insurance company denies my claim?
Our attorneys aggressively challenge denials through evidence gathering, expert testimony, and litigation to secure rightful compensation.
How long do I have to file a claim in Washington?
Most personal injury claims have a three-year statute of limitations from the accident date, but exceptions apply.
Can I sue for a loved one’s wrongful death?
Yes, surviving family members may pursue damages for funeral costs, lost income, and emotional suffering caused by negligence.
