Over 40% of Police Car Accident Fatalities Related to No Seat Belt Use

Failure by police to use seat belts is just as deadly for them as it is for all other Washington drivers. You risk your life when you drive without wearing a seatbelt. Injuries in Washington car accidents are much worse for drivers and passengers who fail to wear a seat belt. If you've been injured in a Washington car accident order your free book about Washington Car Accident claims at this website or call 425-822-5700.

Toddler Killed by Truck Backing Out of Driveway near Ferndale, WA

If a loved one has been taken from you as a result of another person’s negligence you may have a Washington wrongful death claim. When you have worked through he shock and need answers the experienced Seattle and Kirkland wrongful death attorneys at Scott McDonald and Associates, 425-822-5700, can answer your question about how to handle an unexpected fatality and death of a family member. Call now for a free consultation.

"Melrose Place" Beauty Charged in Fatal DWI Car Accident

Fatal car accidents are serious life altering events. If a loved one has been killed in a Seattle or Kirkland Washington car accident order your FREE book “The Guide to Washington Injury Cases” by calling 425-822-5700 before signing any forms or talking to any insurance adjusters. The experienced Washington car accident attorneys at Scott McDonald And Associates can help if you navigate through the wrongful death claim process.

Is Seattle One of The Most Dangerous Cities for Pedestrians?

Seattle is actually one of the safest metropolitan areas for pedestrians to be walking around. The chance of a Seattle Washington pedestrian accident is lower than most states. Be careful when walking around Florida! Four Florida cities are in the top 5 worst.

Kirkland WA Motorcycle Accident Results to Fatality

A tragic Kirkland WA motorcycle accident happened last Thursday.  An accident between a car and two motorcycles in the Juanita neighborhood of Kirkland resulted in the death of one motorcycle rider and injuries to the other biker.  According to Kirkland Police the motorcycle collision happened at 6:35 p.m. at the intersection of 100th Avenue NE and 117th Court.  The car driver apparently attempted to make a left turn in front of the motorcycles and hit the on-coming motorcyclists.  There were witnesses, and an investigation is on going.

Our condolences go out to the motorcyclist's family.  This motorcycle accident strikes close to home as it occurred in our neighborhood, just a couple miles down the street from our office. 

The left turn cut-off is one of the most dangerous and unfortunately common causes of motorcycle accidents.  Cars think they can beat the on-coming traffic, or worse the traffic will slow for them. 

However, when you have two motorcycles coming down the road there will need to be two escape routes for them to take if there is not enough time to stop.  It's not uncommon for one motorcycle to be able to avoid a collision, that another bike cannot because of this reason.  The second bike ends up in the worst scenario with no escape route and takes the full brunt of the collision with a much larger vehicle.  The injuries are often very serious and can be fatal.

With the hot and sunny days of July and August we can expect many motorcycle and bicycles on the roads.  Please exercise extra caution around all bikers.

Seattle Bicyclist hit by Drunk and Killed on Dexter in Seattle

At 10:20 p.m. last night a Seattle man was involved in a fatal bicycle accident on Dexter Way in Seattle, Washington.  My sincere condolences go out to this bicyclist's family.  The Seattle bicycle rider was crossing Dexter Way when a car exit Aurora Avenue N. and attempted to enter or cross Dexter hitting the bike.  The exact details of the bicycle accident are not yet known.  The Seattle bike rider's injuries were severe and he died at the scene.

Police at the scene arrested the yet to be identified driver of the car because they observed signs of intoxication.  This appears to be another tragic drunk driving related fatality.  

Here are 10 Tips for safe bike riding in Washington state.