Injuries Reported in Burlington Hit-and-Run Accident on Chuckanut Drive and Pulver Road
BURLINGTON, WA (August 3, 2021) – Early Sunday, two passengers sustained injuries in a DUI crash on Chuckanut Drive and Pulver Road.
The hit-and-run accident involving two vehicles occurred at around 12:30 a.m. According to reports, a 16-year-old girl turned from Chuckanut Drive onto Pulver Road. Then, a driver on Pulver Road failed to yield at the stop sign and crashed with her car.
After the crash, the driver fled the crash scene. Meanwhile, two passengers of the hit-and-run driver sustained injuries.
Moreover, the authorities determined that the 16-year-old girl drove under the influence.
Due to the limited information available, the authorities continue to investigate the crash.
As a driver, it is your responsibility to be a proactive driver, rather than a reactive one. Moreover, driving defensively prepares you for emergencies.
Moving Forward in a DUI Accident
According to the US Department of Transportation, there are nearly 300,000 merging accidents every year.
Indeed, common events on the road can just as swiftly become safety hazards. Furthermore, one must remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of an auto accident.
Sweet Lawyers offer legal representation from experienced and compassionate attorneys that safeguard your legal rights.
Ultimately, we value the trust and respect of our clients. Thus, we want them to know that injuries sustained in an accident often don’t become apparent until months later when it is too late.
Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers says that Burlington accident cases may call for a separate investigation. Moreover, an experienced attorney can spearhead fighting on behalf of the injured party.
If you have been involved in a dangerous DUI accident, reach out to the experienced lawyers at Sweet Lawyers. Furthermore, we have over 40 years of experience in the legal field. We know what it takes to win your injury case. Let us fight for you, and achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. Thus, call our offices at (800) 674-7852 for a free, no-obligation consultation with a professional.