In Pierce County, statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that traffic crashes remain a primary public safety issue. Car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, and motorcycle accidents are all a common occurrence, despite improvements in vehicle safety features, road design, bicycle and pedestrian corridors, and traffic signs.
After a Pierce County accident, there are many issues that need to be handled immediately. Dealing with doctors, repair shops, car rental companies, police, and insurance companies is overwhelming, especially when someone is seriously injured. At this point, many injured people choose to hire a personal injury attorney whose job it is to handle the details and paperwork so that you can focus on recovery.
Since there is no cost to speak with a lawyer, it is a good idea to learn more about your potential claim. Accident Data Center can connect you with an experienced Pierce County personal injury lawyer who can provide you with information about your rights and options. Learn more here about how a good Pierce County accident attorney can help.
In March, Donovan and Trinity were in a car being driven by their uncle, 26-year-old Jayce Randall. Near Purdy, they crashed. Randall had been drinking and smoking marijuana. He faces criminal charges. Kelverhouse stood by the side of the road to flag down help.
A week ago, a hit-and-run driver ran into Chloe Williams while she was walking in a cross walk. She s been in a hospital bed ever since. Standing is hard for her. Walking is something she expects to work on soon.
A King County Sheriff’s Deputy was among five people injured in a three-car crash near Orting. The crash happened about 5:30 p.m. at state Route 162 and 144th Street East. The injuries were non life-threatening. SR 162 was closed near the crash in both directions until about 9:30 p.m.
The car collided with two parked cars before hitting a power pole at North 1st and North Tacoma Ave. The car burst into flames and became totally engulfed. Firefighters found one person dead inside the car.
.Last week, police say, a speeding semi ran a red light slamming into their minivan, pinning them against a building. Tacoma Fire Department paramedic Jeff Bambrick was one of the firefighters who responded.
Three people hospitalized with serious injuries after being hit by a car in Parkland Saturday were still being treated but doing better Sunday. The accident happened at 6:30 p.m. when a 1999 Lexus hit the group as they crossed Pacific Avenue at 134th Street South.
According to Tacoma Police, the woman was injured just after closing time at the Backstage Bar & Grill on Sixth Avenue, when a large number of cars were trying to leave the parking lot at the same time.
