Washington Injured by a third party is a term that refers to when a person in Washington State is hurt by the negligence or wrongful conduct of another person or entity. Generally, this type of injury is compensated through a civil lawsuit. Examples of Washington Injured by a third party include car accidents, slip and fall accidents, medical malpractice, product liability, and premises liability. In each of these cases, the injured party must prove that the defendant was negligent or acted wrongfully in order to be compensated for their injuries. A successful claim can result in damages such as medical bills, income loss, pain and suffering, and punitive damages.