13-Year-Old Boy Injured in Pacific Avenue Hit-and-Run Collision [Tacoma, WA]

Tacoma, WA (June 28, 2023) – At about 6:08 p.m. on Saturday, a 13-year-old boy sustained injuries following a Pacific Avenue hit-and-run collision.

The boy was trying to cross the street with a group of children when one of the kids activated the crosswalk light. 

Unfortunately, the boy was struck when a vehicle stopped at a red light and swerved around the car in front of it. The driver stopped for a second but fled north on Pacific Avenue. 

The paramedics rushed the 13-year-old to an area hospital with injuries not considered life-threatening.

In the meantime, the authorities are investigating the Tacoma traffic collision.

Traffic Collision in Tacoma Washington

Specifically, thousands of people across Washington suffer injuries in traffic accidents every year. Although it is common, many people do not suspect what follows in the event of a traffic mishap like the Pacific Avenue hit-and-run collision.

Therefore, safety on the road should be the number one priority for anyone on it. Above all, it is better to be a proactive driver, rather than a reactive one. For this purpose, driving defensively prepares you for emergency situations.

Activities that take drivers’ attention off the road include using mobile phones, eating, and other distractions, which are major safety threats. Ultimately, avoid these activities at all costs when in the driver’s seat.

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Dealing with Road Accidents

Moreover, each year, around 20-50 million people suffer injuries due to an auto crash. Unfortunately, not everyone has proper information about the things you should do next after an injury crash.
 
Ultimately, the most valuable step you can take in response to a vehicle crash just like the Pacific Avenue hit-and-run collision is hiring a personal injury attorney. Personal injury attorneys prioritize your recovery while securing your future from further losses a severe accident can bring.
 
“A common misconception is that personal injury lawyers don’t care. That is simply not true. Injury lawyers care about and want justice for their clients. We are driven by the desire to make our clients whole again,” says Steve Baric of Sweet Lawyers.
 
Indeed, no one wants to be in an auto accident. So, if you or a loved one sustained injuries due to a reckless driver, reach out to us. Surely, with over 44 years of experience in the legal field, we know what it takes to win your personal injury case. Always, we promise to fight, day and night, to achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. That is why you need to call Sweet Lawyers at (800) 674 7852 for a free consultation with a professional in your area.