Marco Martinez Injured in Bicycle Accident on State Route 26 near 1st Avenue [Othello, WA]

1 Hurt in Othello Bicycle Crash on State Route 26 near 1st Avenue

 
OTHELLO, WA (December 16, 2021) – Wednesday night, 29-year-old Marco Martinez suffered injuries in a bicycle accident on State Route 26.
 
The incident happened at around 5:30 p.m. on westbound State Route 26 near 1st Avenue.
 
According to reports, Marco Martinez improperly rode in the lane of traffic. Then, 48-year-old Wayne Allen of Seattle driving an ambulance hit him.
 
Reports said that Allen might face charges once the Patrol filed them with the Adams County Prosecutor’s Office.
 
Also, reports confirmed that Allen and his 51-year-old passenger, Jon Brennan of Auburn suffered no injuries in the crash. Both of them wore seat belts.
 
Meanwhile, responders took Martinez to a hospital in Othello. Then, they airlifted the patient to Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane.
 

What’s Next after Bicycle Crash Involving Marco Martinez

 
According to NHTSA, pedestrian and bicyclist accidents continue to rise in the United States. More pedestrians and cyclists died in 2018 than in any year since 1990.
 
To avoid any involvement in incidents similar to the crash in Othello, be a proactive driver. Driving defensively prepares you for emergencies.
 
It is also crucial that everyone remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of an automobile collision. Moreover, the most valuable step you can take in response to a vehicle crash is hiring a personal injury attorney.
 
“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 motivated by the desire to make our clients whole again,” says Steve Baric of Sweet Lawyers, a practicing attorney.

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If you or a family member suffered similarly in a bicycle accident, contact the personal injury lawyers at Sweet Lawyers. With us, you can be assured your case will be taken care of. Our 40 years of experience in the legal field is proof that we know what it takes to win your case. Moreover, our attorneys and experienced professional legal team deal with cases including bicycle accidents. Above all, we believe you deserve the best legal representation and proper compensation for your pain and suffering. Thus, call our offices at (800) 674 7852 for a free consultation.