Renton Washington Car Accident Attorneys
The King County city of Renton, Washington is located on the southeast shore of Lake Washington and has quickly grown over the past several decades, with over 90,000 residents currently in the city. With so many residents and centers of business in the area, motor vehicles crisscross Renton with travelers living in, working in, and passing through the city. With so many residents and vehicles, auto accidents are an unfortunate yet commonplace incident.
Hardwick & Pendergast’s Renton car accident lawyers understand that the effects of such accidents often alter the circumstances of an injury victim’s life and create many hardships. However, those who are injured due to the actions of another party have the right to seek compensation to recover from their injuries and losses.
Frequent Causes of Renton Car Accidents
Even a small mistake or momentary lapse in judgment can result in a devastating car accident. As such, it is the responsibility of drivers everywhere to drive with as much caution and consideration to the safety of those nearby and any passengers in their vehicles. Unfortunately, many drivers choose to not only drive without consideration of others but under extremely negligent or reckless circumstances. When a driver acts in such a manner, the likelihood of an auto accident becomes much more likely. Common causes of Renton auto accidents include:
- Driving while distracted;
- Using a cell phone or texting while driving;
- Speeding;
- Disobeying signals and/or the rules of the road;
- Dangerous roads;
- Changing lanes without signaling; and
- Driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
Any of these actions can easily result in an accident that is not only serious in nature, but worse than it might have originally been due to the aggravated circumstances of the accident. Often, drivers who partake in such reckless behaviors do not see hazards or attempt to prevent or lessen an accident until it is too late. Additionally, hazardous roads can cause even the most cautious drivers to lose control of their vehicle and be subjected to a serious auto accident.
The Impact of an Auto Accident on Vehicle Occupants
Motor vehicles today feature more safety equipment than ever before to protect occupants in the event of a crash and vehicle laws have more guidelines than ever in order to prevent driver negligence. Despite all of these safety measures, auto accidents still occur frequently and even the best safety features cannot prevent every occupant from feeling the effects of a crash. While occupants are often protected from serious injury in common or minor crashes, they are often injured in major crashes or crashes that feature dangerous or unique circumstances.
Effects felt by occupants involved in a car crash include:
- Whiplash;
- Vehicle ejection;
- Traumatic brain injuries;
- Burns if a fire breaks out;
- Bone fractures and breaks;
- Injuries from hitting dashboard, seats, or inside of vehicle;
- Joint sprains and/or strains; and
- Cuts and bruises.
Dedicated Renton Auto Accident Lawyers
Suffering injuries in an auto accident can not only have a physical and emotional toll on a victim, but also a financial one. Serious injuries often require costly medical treatment and rehabilitation while also preventing people from being able to work and support themselves and any dependants they may have. A Renton auto accident attorney at Hardwick & Pendergast, P.S. can find full and fair compensation for your injuries and losses if you are the victim of an accident caused by another party’s reckless or negligent actions. For a consultation on your injury case and information on how our experienced law team can help you, contact us today.
