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Posts Tagged ‘civil liability’

DUI Accident Leaves Two Seriously Injured

auto accidents lawyers, civil liability, DUI accident, fatalities, serious injuries, speeding

August 24th, 2009: Washington Law Blogger

Alcohol and speeding seem to be an unfortunate match when it comes to driving in certain circumstances. Many times, a DUI accident involves reports of the driver speeding before a crash, and this combination is as dangerous as it gets. That notion was reinforced recently in Allyn, but despite the severity of the crash, it fortunately did not lead to any fatalities. It did, however, result in serious injuries to two of the vehicle’s occupants.

According to the Kitsap Sun:

“A 19-year-old Allyn man was driving a 2007 Ford Focus west on the 700 block of East Lake Shore Drive in Lakeland Village at about 10:15 p.m. when the car left the roadway and crashed, deputies said.

An unidentified male passenger was seriously injured, said Mason County Chief Deputy Dean Byrd, and taken to Harborview Medical Center by helicopter. He is listed in serious condition at the Seattle hospital.

A 17-year-old Allyn girl was taken to Mason General Hospital in Shelton and later flown to Harborivew. She is listed in serious but stable condition, Byrd said.”

The driver was booked on suspicion of DUI, and investigators have yet to gather and publish all of the evidence that relates to the accident. Regardless, the driver will likely face not only criminal, but also civil liability. These situations are all too common, and if you have been injured as a result of the negligence of a drunk driver, you need to take preliminary steps to obtain the information you need regarding your legal rights and options as you recover from your injuries. Contact the auto accidents lawyers at Phillips & Webster today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident Leaves One Dead, One Seriously Injured

attorneys, auto accident, civil liability, fatalities, hit-and-run, injuries, pedestrian accident

June 29th, 2009: Washington Law Blogger

Pedestrians all encounter some level of danger when they cross almost any road, and that’s particularly true when they do so at 3 a.m. Accidents between vehicles and pedestrians can occur at any time, but particularly when conditions are dark and others are out on the road not expecting to come across those on foot. While few details have been revealed in one particular case, what has been reported is that such an accident early on Friday in Spokane.

According to KREM TV:

“The 19-year-old woman and a 22-year-old man were hit by 19-year-old Alex C. Walker as they were walking in the road near the 14200 block of East Rockwell in Spokane Valley. Walker fled the scene, leaving the victims lying in the roadway, but turned himself into Spokane Valley Police about 45 minutes later.

He was charged with vehicular assault and hit and run injury accident, but those charges will likely be changed to include vehicular homicide.”

The survivor of the crash remains hospitalized with two broken legs, but officials have described his condition as satisfactory. What is yet to be ascertained is whether alcohol or any other substance was involved, but even if that isn’t the case, the driver of the vehicle will soon face serious criminal charges against him.

In addition to those problems, the driver could also face substantial civil liability depending on the particular facts of the accident. Even if the driver was not at fault, leaving the scene as he did likely exposes him to this sort of liability. If you or someone you love has been injured in this sort of accident, contact the auto accident lawyers at the Seattle law firm of Phillips & Webster immediately to schedule a free initial consultation.

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Hit-and-Run Leaves Seattle Woman Fighting for Her Life

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May 8th, 2009: Washington Law Blogger

Seattle authorities are asking for help from anyone who may have information regarding a hit-and-run accident that left an area woman seriously injured and in critical condition. Sarah Kearney is the victim of the crash, and she is listed in critical condition. She is breathing on her own and responding to commands, but is still in danger with serious head injuries.

According to KOMO News in Seattle:

“Kearney was driving home Tuesday night on Highway 18 when a truck crashed into her near the Kent Kangley Road exit near Kent.

The collision shattered the windshield of Kearney’s Mustang, ripped out the driver-side door and left Kearney with severe head injuries.

Investigators said the truck driver then fled, leaving Kearney for dead.

Alongside the victim’s car, troopers found two auto parts they believe belong to the truck driver’s car — a left taillight assembly and a post possibly belonging to a flat-bed truck.”

Investigators are continuing to search for leads regarding the identity of the other driver. If and/or when he or she is identified and apprehended, serious criminal charges are likely to be filed, and the defendant would face prosecution for crimes that would carry a term in prison if convicted.

Aside from the serious criminal nature of the situation involved, the driver would also face substantial civil liability if he or she is ever caught. Hit-and-run accidents that result in these sorts of injuries are often solved, and if you or someoneo you love has been the victim of a hit-and-run, you need to assert your civil rights as well. Contact the auto accident lawyers at Phillips & Webster today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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