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Seattle – Washington State's largest city with world-famous traffic and the accidents to match

Metropolitan Seattle is not a huge city with a population of just more than 650,000, but since there is not a well-established mass-transit system in Seattle, most of the residents are drivers. This, of course, means that the traffic congestion is extraordinary, ranked #5 nationally, and that the number of collisions is equally high. Combined with Seattle's famous rainy weather, car accidents are an hourly occurrence. Similarly, Tacoma has a high percentage of daily commuters. Tacoma, with a population of just over 200,000 and located just 30 miles south of Seattle, has similar traffic issues. The major roadways in Seattle include Interstate 5, Interstate 405, Interstate 90, State Route 520, and State Route 99. The major roadways in Tacoma include I-5, I-705, SR 7, SR 16, SR 163, SR 167, and SR 509. To get up-to-date traffic information, please go to the Washington State Department of Transportation site. To find our current weather conditions, go to Weather.com.

Here is information on the most recent accidents in Seattle and Tacoma:

If you are looking for information on a specific crash that happened in Seattle or Tacoma, go to the appropriate link above.

If you know someone who has been injured in a Seattle or Tacoma accident, here are links to the major hospitals in the area:

Harborview Medical Center - Seattle;

Swedish Hospital - Seattle;

University of Washington Medical Center - Seattle;

Virginia Mason Medical Center - Seattle;

Multi Care Tacoma General Hospital;

St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma.

Seattle and Tacoma grief support organizations

When a loved one is killed in a Seattle or Tacoma motor-vehicle accident, it is often helpful for grieving family and friends to get help from a grief support organization. It can be comforting to talk with others going through a similar situation, and the road to recovering from the loss may go more smoothly. Go here to get information on Seattle and Tacoma grief support organizations: The Healing Center; Grief support at Providence Health Services; Bereavement support at Swedish Medical Center; Other Seattle support groups and counselors; Tacoma and Pierce County grief support resources.

Seattle and Tacoma legal information for accident victims

After someone has been injured or killed in a motor-vehicle crash in Seattle or Tacoma, many decisions need to be made immediately and questions need to be answered. For example, how much of the medical costs will be covered by the insurance policy? How does PIP insurance help with medical bills immediately? What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?

Where to find legal assistance after a Seattle or Tacoma injury accident

After a serious crash in Seattle or Tacoma, it is crucial to get help from a Seattle personal injury attorney who understands the local regulations and legal standards, who knows how insurance policies work, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed in a collision, a Seattle wrongful death lawyer will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind. Go here to learn more about how a good Seattle car accident attorney can help.

Rank: 
14
Percent of U.S: 
2
State: 
Washington

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Accident reports by county

Chelan County, WA - 20
Clallam County, WA - 13
Douglas County, WA - 11
Grays Harbor County, WA - 19
Jefferson County, WA - 9
King County, WA - 598
Kitsap County, WA - 46
Lewis County, WA - 31
Mason County, WA - 23
Pacific County, WA - 5
Pierce County, WA - 207
Thurston County, WA - 59

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Seattle-Tacoma, WA
Raise for Rowyn - Non-profit foundation providing financial assistance to families in the Tenino area who have lost a child

Raise for Rowyn - Non-profit foundation providing financial assistance to families in the Tenino area who have lost a child

This extraordinary foundation was created in memory of Rowyn Leea Johnson who died tragically after being hit by a car. The mission of the foundation is to provide financial assistance to families who are struggling with the loss of a child within the communities surrounding Tenino, Washington. Raise for Rowyn has been selected as the recipient of all proceeds raised by the Olympia Pub Crawl 2015 which occurs on August 1, 2015. To register for this worthy event, or to donate, please go to this link. 
Seattle-Tacoma, WA
Whatcom County Superior Court

Whatcom County Superior Court

Washington has 39 Superior Courts, one in each of Washington's 39 counties. Superior Courts are the trial courts of general jurisdiction in Washington. A Superior Court may consider all civil and criminal matters occurring within a county's boundary. The Superior Court also has exclusive jurisdiction over civil matters in which the amount in controversy is more than $75,000, felony cases, estate and probate matters, family law cases(including divorces and child custody hearings), and juvenile proceedings. They act as a court of appeal for cases from the District and Municipal Courts.
Seattle-Tacoma, WA
Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney

Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney

The Prosecuting Attorney is an elected position,  partisan, 4-year term. Duties are established by state constitution and statutes. The mission of the office is to represent the interests of the State of  Washington in the prosecution of criminal actions occurring within Whatcom County; to  provide legal advice to County officials and employees; to represent and defend the County  in all civil actions in which the County is a party.

Most recent accident reports

Alana Kemppainen-Cartwright, 23, killed and Andy O'Brien, 25, critically injured after being hit by Daniel Krogman, 26, allegedly DUI, who was arrested near Bremerton, WA

The 25-year-old man was transported by air to Harborview Medical Center with critical injuries.

Date: 
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Roadway: 
Tracyton Boulevard
City: 
Bremerton, WA
Type: Pedestrian Accident
Topics: 
DWI - DUI - Alcohol or Drug Use

24-year-old woman severely wounded when hit by SUV driver Sun-Ho Choi in hit-and-run collision in Bellevue, WA

The victim had leg injuries that were reported to be life-threatening, and was taken to Harborview Medical Center. The suspected hit-and-run driver has been arrested.5 ways to help the survivor of a pedestrian accident

Date: 
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Roadway: 
Coal Creek Parkway
City: 
Bellevue, WA
Type: Pedestrian Accident
Topics: 
Hit and Run

45-year-old man critically injured after being struck by a Sound Transit train in Seattle

The man, who was on foot, was struck by the train in the Sodo neighborhood. Police are investigating the circumstances of the crash.

Date: 
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Roadway: 
Occidental Avenue South and South Horton Street
City: 
Seattle, WA
Type: Train Accident

Aleksandr Bizyayev, 22, killed after crashing into utility pole in Marysville, WA

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash.
Date: 
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
Roadway: 
Smokey Point Boulevard
City: 
Marysville, WA
Type: Car Accident
Topics: 
High-Speed/Excessive Speed, Street Racing Accidents

Andrew Finnell, 17, hit while riding a skateboard, dies from his injuries in Renton, Washington

Witnesses called 911 to report a hit-and-run collision involving a 17-year old boy who was struck by a newer model Dodge Magnum while skateboarding.

Date: 
Monday, September 8, 2014
Roadway: 
Northeast First Place
City: 
Renton, WA
Type: Other Type of Accident
Topics: 
Hit and Run, Accident Topics: Teenaged Drivers - Young Adult Drivers, Skateboard

One injured, two critically injured after both car and school bus collide with pole in Everett, WA

Police say an 18-year-old driver under the influence of marijuana may have caused a violent crash. The two passengers of the car were taken to Harborview Medical Center with life-threatening injuries.

Date: 
Monday, September 8, 2014
Roadway: 
Highway 99
City: 
Everett, WA
Type: Bus Accident
Topics: 
DWI - DUI - Alcohol or Drug Use, Accident Topics: Teenaged Drivers - Young Adult Drivers, School Bus

Ann Dean, 50, in hospital with life-threatening injuries after being hit head-on by alleged impaired driver in Puyallup, Washington

Police say after the driver, a 32-year-old Pierce county man, is released from the hospital, he'll be going to the Pierce County Jail and will be charged with vehicular assault. The things that you need to know about an accident with a dru

Date: 
Monday, September 8, 2014
Roadway: 
River Road and 15th Avenue Northwest
City: 
Puyallup, WA
Type: Car Accident
Topics: 
DWI - DUI - Alcohol or Drug Use, Head-on, High-Speed/Excessive Speed

William R. Milne, 65, killed in motocycle crash near Lynnwood, Washington

The motorcyclist rear-ended a Toyota Corolla driven by a 32-year-old Edmonds man. The 65 year-old victim later died from his injuries at a local hospital.

Date: 
Thursday, September 4, 2014
Roadway: 
I-5
City: 
Lynnwood, WA
Type: Motorcycle Accident

13-year-old girl killed and three people injured in pedestrian crash on Pacific Highway in Kent, Washington

A 13 year old girl was killed and three of her family members were injured in a pedestrian accident when they were attempting to jaywalk across a busy street on Pacific Highway.
Date: 
Saturday, August 30, 2014
Roadway: 
Pacific Highway
City: 
Kent, WA
Type: Pedestrian Accident
Topics: 
Children/Minors Involved

Sher Kung killed in bicycle accident on Second Avenue in Seattle, Washington

A cyclist and a truck collided at the intersection of Second Avenue and University Street, killing the cyclist. The Seattle Police Department is investigating the crash.

Date: 
Friday, August 29, 2014
Roadway: 
Second Avenue and University Street
City: 
Seattle, WA
Type: Bicycle Accident

7 injured, 6 hospitalized after car smashes into Seattle, WA hair salon and restaurant

Although a few children were involved in the crash (6, 8, and 10-year-olds), all injuries appear to be minor, despite the large amount of damage caused to the building.5 things to do immediately after a serious accident

Date: 
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Roadway: 
Rainier Avenue South
City: 
Seattle, WA
Type: Car Accident
Topics: 
Property Damage

Man killed and Hayley Meacham, 22, seriously injured in motorcycle accident on Interstate 5 and West Seattle Bridge in Seattle.

The motorcycle was on the southbound on-ramp of Interstate 5 from the West Seattle Bridge just after 1 a.m. The ramp curves sharply and the motorcycle was going too fast to successfully complete the curve.

Date: 
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Roadway: 
Interstate 5
City: 
Seattle, WA
Type: Motorcycle Accident

Two people killed in head-on collision on Highway 202 near Redmond, Washington

Two drivers were killed in a head-on collision at Highway 202 between Redmond and Fall City, the Washington State Patrol said late Sunday. A passenger in one of the colliding cars was in critical condition, State Patrol Trooper Chris Webb said.

Date: 
Sunday, August 24, 2014
Roadway: 
Highway 202
City: 
Redmond, WA
Type: Car Accident
Topics: 
Head-on

Steven Harris, 68, and Taylor Griffith, 16, died, and Margaret Harris seriously injured in head-on collision in Redmond, Washington.

A veteran police officer, who started his career in Seaside Heights, died in a head-on crash in Redmond, Wash. on Sunday, according to a many published reports.

Date: 
Sunday, August 24, 2014
Roadway: 
State Route 202
City: 
Redmond, WA
Type: Car Accident
Topics: 
Head-on, Accident Topics: Teenaged Drivers - Young Adult Drivers

Ryan Erickson, 35, dies in skydiving accident at Sanderson Field in Shelton, WA.

The skydiver was an experienced jumper with nearly 1,000 jumps, and had opened his parachute at normal altitude.
Date: 
Sunday, August 17, 2014
City: 
Shelton, WA
Type: Other Type of Accident