Tacoma, WA (July 20, 2021) - There were two confirmed fatalities on Sunday, July 18, in the aftermath of a motorcycle crash in the Tacoma area.
Local authorities reported that the incident occurred on Interstate 705 just north of Interstate 5. According to initial sources, a male and female rider were traveling by motorcycle at the time of the accident. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene to provide needed aid to the involved parties.
The motorcycle was traveling on Interstate 705 when it crashed, causing both riders to sustain life-threatening injuries. Despite lifesaving measures from medical personnel, both passengers were pronounced dead. The identities of the deceased victims have not been revealed at this time.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is being managed by local officials, and more information will be revealed as the inquiry continues.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time.
Fatal Motorcycle Accidents in Tacoma WA
Motorcycle riders are more likely to be seriously injured in an accident, and motorcycle crashes account for a disproportionately high number of national highway deaths. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 80% of motorcycle collisions result in death or serious injury, and motorcycle riders are 27 times more likely than passenger car passengers to die in a catastrophe. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, wearing a helmet decreases the chance of mortality by around 37%. Motorcycles pose a greater risk to their riders on the road.
When a loved one is suddenly killed in an unforeseen accident caused by someone else's carelessness, family members often incur unexpected costs and other damages, and healing may be a difficult task for those who have suffered a heartbreaking loss. People have an innate need to grieve, and seeking a lawsuit is often the furthest thing from their minds after a deadly accident.
A wrongful death case in Washington may be able to assist your family in recovering financial compensation as a result of your devastating loss, and working with a professional personal injury lawyer may be a great way to increase your chances of a successful outcome.
When a client loses a loved one, the Dore Law Group goes above and beyond to guarantee that they obtain much-needed compensation, and our legal team has proven in the past that we can get results for them. Our lawyers believe in fighting for the legal rights of family members who have suffered the loss of a loved one, and we can help you hold the responsible party accountable for their role in a deadly accident. Our wrongful death attorneys in Tacoma can aid you and your family in getting through this difficult time by making sure that the at-fault party is held accountable, which begins with legal action against them or their insurance provider.
Call our offices right away at 253-236-3888 if you have lost a loved one in a fatal Tacoma motorcycle accident.
Note: Our law firm uses secondary sources to create this post. These outside sources include but are not limited to local news media outlets, local police reports, state police bulletins, social media outlets, and eyewitness accounts about serious accidents that take place in Kent, Tacoma, and Seattle. We do not verify all of the facts surrounding each accident, therefore, if you locate any information that is not correct, let us know, and we will correct our post to reflect the most accurate information available.
Disclaimer: The Dore Law Group has taken pride in providing high-quality legal representation for our clients. We write these posts to bring awareness to our fellow Washingtonians about the dangers associated with driving. We want to provide basic information about what to do if you happen to be involved in an accident. We want to remind drivers to slow down and use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle. This post is not intended to be a solicitation for business. None of the information provided in this post is intended to be legal or medical advice. The picture used in this post was not taken at this accident scene.
