Pedestrian Hit by a Car, Sustains Life Threatening Injuries | Issaquah Auto Accident Attorney

Although it is not a happy topic to consider, it is important for me as a Washington personal injury lawyer and King County car accident attorney to understand the dangers that are present to pedestrians. As safe and relaxing as a stroll down the streets of your neighborhood may be, the fact of the matter is that 12.5% of auto-related fatalities in the state of Washington are fatal pedestrian accidents. Distracted driving or any kind of negligent driving can lead to very serious consequences for people walking down the street.

Yesterday evening in Issaquah, a woman was struck by a vehicle while walking her dog. As she was crossing a crosswalk, a gray Mazda turned out of a residential area and headed downhill striking the pedestrian. The dog was killed in the collision, and the woman sustained life threatening injuries when she hit the windshield. The result could prove fatal, as she is currently at Harborview in critical condition. The driver of the vehicle was very cooperative with the cops and medics who arrived on scene, but the woman did not have her driver’s license on her, and has yet to be identified.

Pedestrian injuries and fatalities are all too common, especially in residential areas. It is important to understand that while these accidents are oftentimes out of the control of the pedestrian, you can decrease the likelihood of being in the situation by understanding the statistics behind car accidents. Straighttalklaw.com has a wealth of resources that are provided for you to answer any questions you may have. If you, or someone you know has been in a pedestrian accident, check out my website, and see if our FAQ section can help you out, or go to the contact section to seek my help directly.

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