Eric Espinosa of Soap Lake and Others Injured in Rear-End Crash on State Route 17 [Ephrata, WA]

Eric Espinosa Injured, Robert Heether Arrested in State Route 17 Crash

Ephrata, WA (November 29, 2021) – On Saturday, 35-year-old Eric Espinosa of Soap Lake, and others sustained injuries while offices cited 63-year-old Robert Heether of Ephrata in a rear-end crash on State Route 17.

Officers said Heether on a 2018 Ford truck was northbound on the freeway. Apparently, he rear-ended a 2020 Toyota Corolla as Espinosa, the driver, slowed for stopped traffic.

As a result, the Toyota also rear-ended a 2021 Toyota Sienna minivan.

Right away, the paramedics rushed Espinosa to Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake.

Similarly, the five occupants in the minivan, which included two young children, sustained injuries in the crash.

On the other hand, Heether did not suffer injuries. Officers cited him for failing to yield the right of way.

When driving, it is always important to pay attention to your surroundings. This, and abiding by all the driving laws as well as following all the road signs are simple ways to practice defensive driving.

The perverse actions of a reckless driver can increase the likelihood of traffic collisions.

So, if you are a driver, pay close attention to those around you. Constantly keep a considerable distance from others just in case harm is near.

Definitely, defensive driving can lessen the chance of serious road accidents happening.

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Coping With Crash Injuries

Each year, around 20-50 million people suffer injuries due to road accidents. However, not everyone properly knows about the things you should do next after an injury crash.

The most valuable step you can take in response to a vehicle crash like the rear-end crash on State Route 17 crash is hiring a personal injury attorney. Personal injury attorneys prioritize your recovery while securing your future from further losses a severe accident can bring.

Indeed, no one wants to be in an auto accident. However, if you or a loved one sustain injuries due to a reckless driver, reach out to us.

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We promise that our attorneys will fight, day and night, to achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve.

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