64-Year-Old Motorcyclist Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash on 4th Avenue South [Seattle, WA]

Seattle, WA (March 25, 2022) – On Wednesday, a 64-year-old male motorcyclist sustained injuries in a hit-and-run crash on 4th Avenue South.

The collision took place minutes after 10:20 a.m. in the 4300 block area.

Officers said a southbound motorcyclist was struck by a Nissan Pathfinder that was turning left.

As a result, the man riding the motorcycle sustained a severe leg injury. The paramedics rushed him to Harborview Medical Center.

Moreover, the authorities found the Pathfinder abandoned two blocks away from the accident scene. The officers have not yet found the Pathfinder driver.

Avoid assumptions. Never assume that just because you follow the traffic rules and drive safely, other drivers will do the same. Watch for other drivers’ erratic behavior or poor driving habits. Always practice defensive driving to avoid an incident.

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Keeping Safe on the Road

According to the United States Department of Transportation, there are approximately 300,000 merging accidents every year. It is therefore important to follow all the traffic laws to avoid these types of accidents.

The most valuable step you can take in response to a vehicle crash is hiring a personal injury attorney. Mark Sweet, a personal injury attorney at Sweet Lawyers, says that serious car accident cases may call for a separate investigation spearheaded by an experienced lawyer fighting on behalf of a party.

Call our offices right now at (800) 674-7852 and let us help you deal with the legal processes surrounding a personal injury claim. This claim must be done as soon as possible, so do not waste any more time. Please reach us by email, talk through our live online chat, and text message us anytime. Don’t worry, your consultation is free and confidential. Above all, we do not ask for any silly retainer fees like most firms.