With a population of over 600,000 residents and a geography that is limited in area by surrounding water, Seattle is one of the most traffic congested cities in the United States. Anybody who has ever had to drive through the city during rush hour can attest to just how packed and crowded I-5 can get in both directions. If you commute through Seattle on a daily basis, I’m sure you have plenty of stories about hour-long drives back home due to a car accident on the freeway, and maybe have even been unfortunate enough to be a part of one. Believe it or not, though, it may actually be when there is very little traffic that most accidents occur. According to a Washington State Department of Transportation study, the leading cause of King County auto accidents was speeding vehicles (28%). The roads are oftentimes rather slick, so it is very important to drive at safe speeds, especially when it is raining. Of course there are numerous other factors that cause car accidents, and as Seattle personal injury lawyers, we specialize in fighting for injured victims of these accidents. If you or someone you know has been injured in a Seattle car crash resulting from someone else’s negligence, give our office a call at (206) 285-1743.
 

How Seattle Car Accidents Happen

Next to speeding, the two factors that account for the most accidents in Seattle are following too close (21%) and failing to yield (14%). While these three factors combined make up the majority of accidents, more than 1/3 of car crashes have other causes. All in all, this causes over 5,000 accidents per year in Seattle alone. The injuries and property damage that occur as a result can be life changing, which is why the personal injury lawyers here at Premier Law Group are dedicated to protecting our clients and making sure they receive the compensation they deserve.

Sometimes car accidents can lead to the unthinkable – the death of someone involved. This can happen in a variety of ways, but one factor that cannot be overlooked is the leading cause of fatal car accidents in Seattle – drunk driving. Driving under the influence of alcohol causes almost 30% of all fatal car accidents and a significant percentage of non-fatal crashes as well. We have represented many victims of Seattle drunk driving accidents, and know that a lot of the time, there is nothing you can do to prevent it. If you have been hit by a drunk driver and are injured as a result, chances are you are going to need legal representation to recover the money you deserve for the damages incurred upon you.

Contact Experienced Seattle Car Accident Attorneys

The attorneys at Premier Law Group know that car accidents can have a very strong emotional effect on injured victims involved. If you have any questions about whether or not you need an attorney and what to expect if you pursue an insurance claim, we offer free initial consultations to give you the advice you need. If you would like one of these consultations, fill out the contact form on the right hand side of the page, or speak with us directly at (206) 285-1743.

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