Seattle Car Accidents
The numbers are staggering -- Washington State had 128,888 motor vehicle accidents in 2007, according to the Washington State Department of Transportation. These accidents, most of which involved passenger cars, resulted in 59,065 injuries -- and 568 fatalities. While there has been an overall decline in traffic fatalities since 1980, the fact is that one in every 22 Washington State residents was involved in a traffic accident in 2007.
If you have been injured in a car accident in Seattle or the surrounding communities, don’t be just another statistic. Contact Kenneth Selander, Jr. toll-free at 1-866-681-0002 or submit an online contact form. We handle cases across Washington State, including Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Edmonds, Mercer Island, Sammamish, Renton, Lynnwood, Federal Way, Burien, Everett, Auburn, Kent, Issaquah and Tacoma.
In the state of Washington, the highest number of car accidents occurs:
- During the months of December and January.
- Between the hours of 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.
- As the result of a rear-end collision (cars traveling in the same direction, one stopped and one moving, or both moving).
- Because at least one driver was speeding.
- Among drivers 16-25 years of age.
The sad fact is that most serious accidents could have been prevented if the at-fault motorist had been paying more attention to driving conditions and obeying traffic laws. Statistics from the Department of Transportation clearly illustrate the problem. In almost all instances, a rear-end collision is the fault of the driver in the rear car. In 2007, there were more than 35,000 rear-end collisions in Washington, including situations where the front car was stopped or where both cars were moving.
You can limit your own risk of being involved in an accident by following posted speed limits and paying attention to the road, but you can’t control the negligent conduct of other motorists. Common driver behaviors that lead to serious car accidents such as rear-end collisions are:
- Speeding.
- Driving while distracted (for example, talking on the phone).
- Driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs.
- Not obeying traffic laws.
While all of these dangerous behaviors are easily avoidable, many drivers choose to engage in them every day. When the negligent behavior of another driver puts you in the middle of a serious wreck -- and leaves you with serious injuries -- you need an experienced car accident attorney to help you.
Our Experience
Traumatic injury lawyer Kenneth Selander, Jr. of Selander O'Brien PLLC in Seattle has successfully represented numerous car accident victims over the past two decades. We know how traumatic a serious car accident can be, and we will be there to help you cope with your situation. Our law firm believes that when you're struggling to recover from catastrophic injuries – or dealing with the loss of a loved one – you shouldn't have to fight the insurance companies and a complex legal system. Let us help you obtain the financial compensation you need to put your life back on track.
Our Commitment
When you contact Ken Selander at Selander O'Brien PLLC, you ensure that your case receives the full commitment of a skilled legal team. We handle each case on an individual basis, and we treat you and your family with the respect and compassion you deserve. This commitment has earned us the privilege of being a law firm our clients recommend to their friends.
Here's what one of our clients said about working with us: " Ken helped me immensely on two separate personal injury matters. I'd highly recommend him for any injury claim you might have."
If you need help with a car accident claim in Seattle or the surrounding communities, call Kenneth Selander, Jr. toll-free at 1-866-681-0002 or submit an online contact form. We do not charge attorney fees unless we recover damages for your case.
