Archive for October, 2011

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Marysville Car Crash Leaves One Teen Dead And Two Others Injured

October 26, 2011

A car crash involving three Marysville, Washington, prep school students has left one dead and the other two seriously injured. According to KING 5 News, the accident happened just after 2:00 PM as the boys were leaving school at the Marysville School’s Getchell Campus along 108th Street NE.

Reports say the three students were heading west in a vehicle at a high rate of speed, when suddenly, the driver lost control of the vehicle and skid off the road and into a tree. The impact of the collision left the driver dead at the scene. The other two occupants of the vehicle survived the crash and were airlifted to Harborview Medical Center where one is listed in critical condition and the other in serious condition. Investigators are still working to determine the cause of the crash and have not released the victim’s names yet.

School officials said a team of crisis counselors would be on hand throughout the week to support students and faculty as they work through this difficult time together.

The Washington State Department of Health says that motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teens between the ages of 16 and 19, with roughly 40 teenagers being killed a year in the state.

The Washington Car Accident Lawyers at the Defoe Pickett Law Firm want to know what tactics you use to keep your teen driver safe. Share with us by posting to our Facebook page.

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Driver Involved In Black Diamond Hit-And-Run Captured

October 19, 2011

The suspect in a Black Diamond, Washington, hit-and-run case has been captured and charged with a felony after taking his damaged vehicle to a local dealership. According to The Reporter, Black diamond Police arrested the 23-year-old driver at 11:30 in the morning Tuesday at his place of business after a tip from a dealership employee.

Last Friday, it was reported that a car on 288th Street had hit a 65-year-old female cyclist. It was determined that the vehicle, a Kia Forte, had struck the woman from behind, and thrown her into the side of the vehicle. The woman hit the side mirror of the car, breaking it off. The impact was enough to crack the woman’s helmet. The vehicle fled the scene, leaving the cyclist injured on the side of the road.

On Tuesday, an employee at a local Kia dealership noticed that a Forte matching the description and damage of the hit-and-run vehicle was in the repair shop. The dealership called police who came out and inspected the vehicle, and subsequently went to place him under arrest. When asked about the accident, the driver said he thought he hit some mailboxes and was apologetic. Investigators say the driver had a suspended license at the time of the crash.

The Washington Auto Accident Attorney with the Defoe Pickett Law Office would like your opinion on the case. What kind of punishment should this driver face for his part in the crash? Tell us what you think on our Facebook page.

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Troopers Crack Down On Unsafe Drivers Near Big Rigs

October 11, 2011

Washington State Troopers began a series of operations this morning to target vehicles that are driving unsafely around tractor-trailers. According to KOMO News, the crackdown comes in the wake of a Lynwood, Washington, accident last Monday in which a tractor-trailer struck and dragged a car 200 yards.

Last time officers emphasized safe driving near the big rigs, troopers stated they ticketed more than 100 drivers in less than four hours. Today’s efforts were off to a strong start with Washington State Patrol spokesperson, Seargant Kirk Rudeen, already having pulled over a vehicle for following a semi too closely.

Although many feel the troopers are trying to pull in revenue with the tickets, they say their message is simple; they just want drivers to be safe.

Seargant Rudeen says the best way to avoid an accident with a commercial truck is to always obey the two-second rule. This means allowing two seconds between yourself and the vehicle you are following. Another simple rule to follow is: If you cant see the truckers mirrors they can’t see you.

The Washington Auto Accident Attorneys with the Defoe Pickett Law Firm often handle cases where a collision between a tractor-trailer and car or truck has occurred. They urge victims involved in these collisions to contact them for a free evaluation.

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Motorcycle Driver Dies in Kennewick Crash

October 5, 2011

A Kennewick, Washington, man is dead after he crashed his motorcycle in the early this morning. KNDO News reports that the 27-year-old driver hit a curb at the corner of Kellogg Street and Creekstone Drive around 2:45 AM.

Authorities believe the man was driving his red street bike at “excessive speeds” when he crashed. Kennewick Police Department spokesperson, Mike Blatman, stated, “Officers got there within a couple of moments and they discovered a motorcycle laying on it’s side. The motorcycle had struck the curb and the driver was thrown from the motorcycle.” The driver was pronounced dead at the scene. By sunrise, family members and friends surrounded the crash site to pay respects.

Police cannot confirm, pending toxicology and autopsy results, whether alcohol was a contributing factor in the accident.

According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA), almost 60 percent of fatal single-car crashes on motorcycles occur at night, and 35 percent of deceased motorcycle riders were speeding at the time. Also, half of all motorcycle fatalities occur in crashes where the driver failed to properly maneuver a curb.

The Washington Auto Accident Attorneys with the Defoe Pickett Law Firm would like to ask that all motorcycle riders better protect themselves and others by slowing down and always wearing a helmet. Following these simple tips could save your life, or the life of another.

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