Officer Lanell Whitfield Dies in Motorcycle Accident on Martin Luther King Boulevard [Lynwood, WA]

Beechwood Avenue Motorcycle Crash Kills Officer Lanell Whitfield

Lynwood, WA (June 5, 2022) – On Saturday, officer Lanell Whitfield, in his 20, died in a motorcycle accident on Martin Luther King Boulevard.

The authorities received the crash report at 3:32 p.m. at the intersection with Beechwood Avenue.

When the officers arrived at the scene, they declared Whitfield dead.

Moreover, officers say they received a report that a motorcycle was on fire and the rider was on the ground. 

The authorities say it is not yet clear if the motorcycle crashed with a vehicle or into an object.

Officers are still investigating the cause of the Beechwood Avenue motorcycle crash.

Sweet Lawyers would like to extend our sympathies to the loved ones of Lanell Whitfield. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

We Can Help You Recover

Furthermore, dealing with a loved one’s sudden and tragic death is indeed painful. It is certain that it would take a lot of time to recover from this loss.

However, the worst part to consider is when the death was a result of other people’s negligence.

That is why hiring a legal expert who can help you with a possible wrongful death claim is one of the best decisions one could make during this time.

Moreover, it is helpful to know that each state has its own laws covering who can file a wrongful death suit on behalf of the deceased.

These people are those who are related to or depend financially on the person that died. The law usually allows the following people to file a wrongful death case:

• Surviving spouses;
• Domestic partners (registered domestic partnership);
• Children of the deceased;
• Financial dependents, parents, minors under the care of the deceased;
• Personal representatives.
• These people can differ from state to state.

So, reach out to our wrongful death lawyers if a loved one died in an incident similar to the Beechwood Avenue motorcycle crash. Let us help you discover if you are eligible to file a case on behalf of your departed loved one.

With 40 years of practice, Sweet Lawyers is confident that we can tackle your wrongful death lawsuit and help you recover. Our legal experts are here to guide you during your legal battle.

Call our offices right now at (800) 674 7852 and let us help you get justice for your family. Our consultation is totally free and confidential.