Washington Car Accident Attorney Warns Motorists about Dangerous Roadways
KOMO news reports that two Washington State Patrol cars parked on the shoulder of icy Highway 525 were totaled after an out-of-control Ford Expedition SUV slammed into them. The SUV apparently hit the concrete barrier on the highway and then plowed into one of the cars. One sergeant who was in front of the car jumped out of the way. The Expedition spun around out of control and then hit the other car. One trooper sustained an injured thumb. The driver of the Expedition was uninjured.
Washington officials are warning motorists about dangerous road conditions stating that they were extremely icy at the site of the crash. Motorists often get caught off guard when that happens, especially those who are traveling at or near the speed limit. A good idea in winter weather would be to slow down, especially when traveling on icy roads and use caution. The Washington State Patrol reported more than 20 car accidents in the greater Seattle area in less than an hour and a half on this particular day in November.
Often times, car accidents also occur because a roadway is defectively designed or poorly maintained by the governmental agency that is responsible for its upkeep. In such cases where the negligence of the public entity caused the accident, that agency can be held liable for the accident and resulting injuries. If you have been the victim of a dangerous or defective roadway, please contact the experienced Seattle personal injury attorneys at The Bernard Law Group for a free and comprehensive consultation. Our skilled car accident lawyers led by Kirk Bernard have years of experience standing up for our injured clients and fighting for their rights. Call us today to find out how we can help.
