Max 9 News Release

Boeing Max 9 door plug blowout on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282

SEATTLE, WA. – Today attorney Mark Lindquist filed an amended lawsuit against Boeing and Alaska Airlines on behalf of 22 passengers on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282.  A nearly new Boeing 737 Max 9 plane was flying from Portland, Oregon to California on January 5. At 16,000 feet, there was a loud bang and whoosh as a … Continue reading Max 9 News Release

Jurors and Justice

“Representative government and trial by jury are the heart and lungs of liberty. Without them we have no other fortification against being ridden like horses, fleeced like sheep, worked like cattle and fed and clothed like swine and hounds.” John Adams said this in 1774 and it may seem a bit hyperbolic. Two hundred and … Continue reading Jurors and Justice

Successful Settlement

I’m blessed to represent good people, albeit often in challenging circumstances. This lawsuit is a good example. While our firm is focused on aviation cases and government negligence, our goal is always to serve the client. We are committed to providing the best service and best results for our clients. Our clients’ goals are our … Continue reading Successful Settlement

Officer-Involved Shootings

Kevin Peterson Jr.

As a plaintiff’s attorney and former prosecutor, I believe neutral and professional reviews of officer-involved shootings are best for everyone involved. Victims and their families deserve this. Officers and their colleagues deserve this. The community deserves this. Public trust depends upon this. Recently The Tacoma Weekly covered the issue, including a specific request in one … Continue reading Officer-Involved Shootings

Fright and Terror Admissible

Boeing 737 Max 8 crash

In a major win for one of my cases and for all of the involved victim families, a United States Judge ruled jurors will be allowed to hear evidence of “pre-impact fright and terror” suffered by passengers in the crash of a Boeing 737 Max 8 plane. Boeing attorneys argued the evidence was “not relevant” … Continue reading Fright and Terror Admissible

Sex Abuse Claims Update

For more than five years I served in the Special Assault Unit of the Prosecutor’s Office, or SAU, where I prosecuted rape, child rape, child molestation and other sex crimes. On the television show Law and Order they call it the Special Victims Unit, or SVU. Real life isn’t as fast and tidy as TV, … Continue reading Sex Abuse Claims Update

Wrongful Death in Seattle

heart monitor

On March 24, 2022, our firm filed a claim against Seattle for the wrongful death of William Yurek. I represent Mr. Yurek’s adult daughter and the mother of his three minor children. Mr. Yurek’s 13-year-old son did the important things right to save his father. Seattle, unfortunately, did the important things wrong. This was a tragic … Continue reading Wrongful Death in Seattle

Back to Jakarta for SJ 182

Mark Lindquist returns to Indonesia

Back to Jakarta. This could be a book title. Instead, it’s a work trip to one of my favorite places in the world. Beyond Jakarta could be another book title. Instead, it’s our itinerary. We have clients on Borneo and Bangka Islands as well as Jakarta. Working for justice sometimes requires travel. New Lawsuit After … Continue reading Back to Jakarta for SJ 182

Fighting for Victims

Lawyer Mark Lindquist cover story

Below is a cover story published by The Tacoma Weekly on Mark Lindquist’s transition from public service to private practice. Former County Prosecutor Now Fights for Victims of Boeing Airline Disasters by Matt Nagle When former Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist moved on from his post after the 2018 election, he pretty much hit the … Continue reading Fighting for Victims

Elevate Statecraft

Lawyer Mark Lindquist on statecraft

Statecraft is one of those semi-obscure words I like. Merriam-Webster defines statecraft as “the art” of governing. We need more art in our politics. As President John F. Kennedy said, “If more politicians knew poetry, and more poets knew politics, I am convinced the world would be a little better place to live.” Meanwhile, I’ve … Continue reading Elevate Statecraft