Shaun O. Callahan

Bar / Professional Activity

• Washington State Association for Justice Clark County Roundtable Co-Chair, 2025
• Washington State Association for Justice, Legislative Affairs Committee, 2025
• 2021-2025 Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys, 2025
• Washington State Association for Justice, Eagle Member, 2015 – Present, 2024
• Oregon State Bar, 2021
• Washington, 2014

Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)

• $575,000 settlement for a client injured when struck by a car when riding their bicycle., 2025
• $480,000 settlement for a client injured in a head-on collision., 2025
• $450,000 settlement for a client injured in a sideswipe collision., 2025
• $300,000 settlement for a client injured in a rear-end collision., 2025
• $275,000 settlement for a client injured in a rear-end collision., 2025
• $275,000 settlement for a client injured in a slip and fall., 2025
• $255,000 settlement for a client injured in a rear-end collision., 2025
• $220,000 recovery for a client injured in a head-on collision., 2025
• $200,000 recovery for a client injured in a t-bone collision., 2025
• $200,000 recovery for a client injured in a rear-end collision., 2025
• $200,000 recovery for a client injured in a t-bone collision., 2025
• $185,000 recovery for a client injured in a t-bone collision., 2025
• $182,000 recovery for an Oregon client injured in a rear-end collision., 2025
• $130,000 recovery for an Oregon client injured in a rear-end collision., 2025
• $115,000 recovery for a client injured in a t-bone collision., 2025
• $115,000 recovery for a client injured in a t-bone collision., 2025
• $102,000 recovery for a client injured in a t-bone collision., 2025
• $101,000 settlement for a client injured in a head-on collision., 2025
• $100,000 settlement for a client injured in a rear-end collision., 2025
• $100,000 settlement for a pedestrian client injured when hit by a car., 2025
• $100,000 settlement for an Oregon client injured in a rear-end collision., 2025
• $100,000 settlement for a client injured in a rear-end collision., 2025
• $100,000 settlement for an Oregon client injured in a sideswipe collision., 2025
• $100,000 settlement for an Oregon client injured in a rear-end collision., 2025
• $1.8 Million resolution for a young man who was runover by a garbage truck in a multi-car collision suffering bruised kidneys, a compound fracture in the femur, compound fracture in the arm, dislocated elbow, concussion, broken nose, abrasions, and bruises., 2024
• $465,000 resolution for a premises liability case where a man fell at a baseball field injuring his knee and hand. , 2024
• $445,000 resolution for a client involved in a hit and run by a drunk driver where her vehicle was pushed into another injuring her neck and spine., 2024
• $400,000 resolution for medical malpractice where the client was injured by a defective needle., 2024
• $350,000 resolution for a client injured in a rear-end crash 2 requiring a level 2 disc replacement in her cervical spine., 2024
• $330,000 resolution for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in a crosswalk crushing his ankle., 2024
• $325,000 resolution for a client who slipped and fell at a national big box retailer fracturing her femur and requiring permanent hardware., 2024
• $300,000 resolution for a woman who was rear-ended at a red light and suffered serious back injuries., 2024
• $250,000 resolution for a client sideswiped in her vehicle suffering spinal injuries requiring a permanent nerve block., 2024
• $200,000 resolution for a T-bone crash client requiring a two level disc replacement surgery., 2024
• $200,000 resolution for a client hit by a logging truck resulting in a serious neck injury., 2024
• $200,000 for a rear-end collision where the client suffered from a traumatic brain injury (TBI)., 2024
• $200,000 resolution for a client T-boned by a driver running a red light resulting in neck, back, and knee injuries.  , 2024
• $160,000 resolution for a medical malpractice claim where the wrong gland was removed during surgery., 2024
• $160,000 for a client who sustained a rotator cuff tear requiring surgery in a rear-end collision., 2024
• $150,000 for a client rear-ended by a commercial vehicle that suffered serious head, back, and elbow injuries., 2024
• $150,000 for a client in a sideswipe collision that suffered from neck and back injuries., 2024
• $150,000 for a client in a head-on collision that suffered back injuries prohibiting her from working., 2024
• $125,000 for a client who was rear-ended and suffered a bulging disc., 2024
• $125,000 for a client who was rear-ended in a car collision., 2024
• $125,000 for a client who was rear-ended in a car collision and suffered a traumatic brain injury., 2024
• $125,000 for a client who was T-boned in a car collision and suffered a broken ankle., 2024
• $120,000 for a maritime client who hit her head, neck, and fractured several vertebrae when the boat hit a sand bar., 2024
• $115,000 for a pedestrian client who was knocked out of her shoes when struck by a vehicle in a crosswalk., 2024
• $100,000 resolution for a client in a rear-end collision who sustained a concussion., 2024
• $100,000 resolution for a client hit head-on in a car collision., 2024
• $100,000 resolution for a client struck by a semi-truck while riding his bicycle and suffered near disembowelment, degloving to one thigh, and fractures in his right thigh and hand., 2024
• $100,000 resolution for a client suffering from intentional infliction of emotional distress., 2024
• $350,000 settlement for an individual who was injured in a rear-end motor vehicle collision., 2023
• $350,000 settlement for an individual who was injured in a rear-end motor vehicle collision., 2023
• $370,000 settlement for an individual who was injured in a rear-end motor vehicle collision., 2023
• $10 million for a young girl who suffered partial paralysis following a botched routine medical procedure
• $500,000 settlement for a woman who injured both rotator cuffs in a rear-end collision
• $450,000 settlement for a man who injured his heel while walking down makeshift stairs at an amateur theater dress rehearsal.
• $300,000 settlement for the customer of a nail salon who had three toes amputated as a result of receiving a nick on one toe that led to a serious infection
• $300,000 for a woman who suffered an exacerbation of pre-existing jaw issues.

Honors

• Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The patented selection process includes independent research, peer nominations and peer evaluations. To be eligible for inclusion in Rising Stars, a candidate must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less. No more than 2.5% are names to the Rising Stars list. , 2019-2025 Washington Rising Star List, Super Lawyers, 2025
• An annual recognition program that honors companies in Vancouver Washington and Portland Oregon for outstanding workplace culture and employee engagement., Best Places to Work - Vancouver/Portland, Portland Business Journal, 2025
• The Best of the PNW Contest, sponsored by The Seattle Times, is an annual reader-driven competition celebrating excellence across the Pacific Northwest. The contest recognizes outstanding businesses, organizations, and professionals in a wide range of categories—from legal services and healthcare to dining, entertainment, and community impact. Thousands of readers cast their votes to honor the people and companies that make the region exceptional. Being named a winner or finalist is a mark of distinction that reflects strong community trust, quality service, and a deep local presence., Best of the PNW - Gold Winner, Seattle Times, 2025

Educational Background

• University of Washington School of Law, Seattle, J.D., 2014
• University of Washington, Seattle, B.A., Political Science, 2011

Scholarly Lectures / Writings

• When a loved one passes away due to someone else's negligence or wrongful act, it can be an emotionally and financially overwhelming experience. In Oregon, the law allows for certain damages to be recovered in a wrongful death case. Oregon State Law 30.020 explains the different types of damages that may be awarded in a wrongful death case in Oregon., Author, Understanding Damages for Wrongful Death in Oregon, GLP Attorneys Blog, Legal, 2025
• Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 30.020, provides the current legal framework for pursuing wrongful death claims in the state. This statute defines who has the right to file a claim, the time limits involved, and what types of damages may be awarded. It ensures that when a death occurs due to another party’s negligence or wrongful act, surviving family members or the deceased’s estate have a clear legal avenue to seek justice and compensation. Understanding the most recent revisions to ORS 30.020 is essential for anyone facing the legal and emotional complexities of a wrongful death case., Author, Understanding Oregon Revised Statute 30.020 on Action for Wrongful Death, GLP Attorneys Blog, Legal, 2025
• Navigating the claims process is daunting. The 2024 WA Supreme Court ruling regarding balance billing allowed additional challenges to unfold. New laws and guidelines surrounding medical records, IMEs, and L&I will be examined. This presentation will provide you with resources and discussions to help you successfully manage injury claims to positively impact your bottom line., Presenter, Insurance Tips & Tricks: Strategies for a New Era, GLP Attorneys Hosted Seminar, Healthcare, 2025
• There is a lot more in achieving a positive outcome in a trial than what you see on television. This presentation will break down the parts of a trial along with the why and how of achieving a good result for a patient. We will also discuss how your work as a healthcare provider may impact case trajectory and provide updates on case law and statutes., Presenter, Anatomy of a Trial, GLP Attorneys Hosted Seminar, Healthcare, 2025
• How do you handle a situation where the insurance company may be crossing the line to minimize the impacts to their bottom line? This presentation will define insurance bad faith and provide information and resources to support your patient by identifying a potential bad faith scenario., Presenter, Insurance Bad Faith, GLP Attorneys Hosted Seminar, Healthcare, 2025
• Navigating the injury claims process can be stressful and frustrating. Quarterbacking with experts can improve your patient’s recovery and outcome. This seminar will walk you through the process from start to finish, highlighting your role at each step from beginning to end. We will cover it all from managing insurance to documentation to litigation., Presenter, Quarterbacking the Personal Injury Claim in Oregon, GLP Attorneys Hosted Seminar, Portland, October 2024, Healthcare, 2024
• Personal Injury Protection is a type of auto insurance that is mandatory for all drivers in Oregon, with the exception of motorcyclists. This insurance must provide at least $15,000 of coverage for each person injured in an accident and can extend up to $100,000 of coverage., Author, How Does Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Coverage in Oregon Work?, GLP Attorneys Blog, Legal, 2024
• A step-by-step guide to understanding and filing medical liens for your personal injury patient practice. Included in the presentation are case studies demonstrating why Washington’s medical lien statute should be an important part of your billing practice., Presenter, Medical Liens, GLP Attorneys Hosted Seminar, Vancouver, February 2024, Healthcare, 2024
• The first 90 days after an injury causing event are critical to the eventual outcome of the personal injury case for your patient. From handling the property damage claim, to opening the first-party billing claim, to the decision to hire an attorney, to collection of evidence and witness statements, and to the creation of the initial patient medical records, a lot can happen in the beginning of the case that matters to the end of the case. We will provide updates to Washington statutes and case law, and present case studies to help understand the important early steps to take in any personal injury case., Presenter, How a Personal Injury Case Starts: The Critical First 90 Days, GLP Attorneys Hosted Seminar, Vancouver, May 2024, Healthcare, 2024
• Reaching a full recovery for your patient may happen with or without litigation. We will examine why some cases resolve without litigation, why some need litigation to get the best outcome, and how your work as a healthcare provider may impact case trajectory. We will present case studies to help understand how cases move toward resolution regardless of the process in or out of court and update you on case law and statutes., Presenter, How a Personal Injury Case Ends: Two Paths to Resolution, GLP Attorneys Hosted Seminar, Vancouver, October 2024, Healthcare, 2024
• Shaun presented to the ownership group and BOD of a Seattle-based engineering company who wanted to learn more about site safety., Presenter, Construction Site Safety, Private company BOD Presentation, Engineering, 2024
• Shaun presented to students on Career Day., Presenter, A Career in Personal Injury, Edmonds-Woodway High School, Legal, 2024
• Intake, documentation, billing, and getting paid are essential factors in every personal injury case. We will talk about the fundamental components of your personal injury patient practice and how to manage them successfully for all types of injuries. Case studies will illustrate the elements of a good case file., Speaker, Mastering Elements of a Personal Injury Patient Practice, GLP Attorneys Seminar - May (Vancouver), 2023
• Through case studies, we will discuss the components of a good case file for a motor vehicle collision to deliver the best results for you and your patient including payments in a personal injury MVC case. A discussion on modern world MVCs – Uber, Lyft, Door Dash, and current laws in Washington State will be included., Speaker, Mastering the Motor Vehicle Collision Injury Case, GLP Attorneys Seminar - October (Vancouver), 2023
• Commercial truck driving is one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States. In fact, according to a 2018 study conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, trucking was rated the single most deadly line of work in the country. Furthermore, due to the sheer size of these vehicles, commercial truck collisions often result in the severe injury or death of other drivers on the road. In an effort to improve safety for truckers and the millions of other drivers with whom they share the road, both the federal government and Washington state lawmakers have instituted a variety of laws and regulations with which commercial vehicles are required to comply. Despite these measures, collisions continue to occur at an alarming rate due to a variety of factors., Author, What You Need to Know About Trucking Accident Injuries, GLP Attorneys Blog, Legal, 2023
• Documentation best practices, Speaker, “Charting and Documentation in a Personal Injury Case", WSCA CONFAB, October 2022 (Vancouver), Healthcare, 2022
• Charting and documentation best practices in a PI case, Speaker, “Charting and Documentation in a Personal Injury Case”, GLP Attorneys Healthcare Provider Seminar, May 2022, Healthcare, 2022
• What does the litigation process look like for you and your patient?, Speaker, “Avoiding the Pitfalls of Litigation”, GLP Attorneys Healthcare Provider Seminar, August 2022, Healthcare, 2022
• Best practices, Speaker, "Getting Paid When the Case Doesn’t Settle", GLP Attorneys Healthcare Provider Seminar, Healthcare, 2022

• Aviation
• Construction
• Logging
• Maritime
• Nursing Home
• Trucking