As a Seattle pedestrian accident lawyer, I know how dangerous it is for pedestrians near or on the road especially along major streets or highways. On highways, cars are traveling at high speeds and not necessarily expecting to see pedestrians in the road making it extremely difficult to stop or avoid collisions. According to KING 5 News, a tragic vehicle-pedestrian collision left one person dead along State Route 526 near Seaway Boulevard early this morning. Police are still investigating the collision between an SUV and a man trying to cross the busy highway. The SUV was traveling eastbound when it fatally struck the pedestrian. Police are looking into an abandoned Toyota Corolla nearby as the pedestrians vehicle. Police are also determining if weather was a factor in the accident. Eastbound lanes were closed pending the investigation.

Pedestrians need to be extra cautious when crossing the street, especially along major highways, in order to remain safe. The Pedestrian Safety Guide has reported that in 2003, around 70,000 pedestrians were injured or killed in traffic related accidents. The general speed and congestion that state highways can produce adds to the risk of fatal pedestrian collision injuries.

If you or a loved one have been severely injured in an auto-pedestrian accident and have questions concerning your case, then contact a professional Everett pedestrian accident attorney to further discuss your options and legal rights. Pedestrian accidents are very serious accidents that can cause devastating and even fatal injuries. You may need legal representation to ensure that a vehicle accident that was someone else’s fault does not become a medical or financial burden. For more information and a free consultation, call me at Premier Law Group at (206)285-1743. Our hearts go out to the friends and families of all traffic accident victims.

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