Two Killed in Interstate 5 Vehicle Collision [Seattle, WA]

Seattle, WA (February 27, 2023) – On Sunday morning, two people died while another sustained injuries in an Interstate 5 vehicle collision.

The fatal traffic incident took place past 3 a.m. near South Spokane Street wherein two cars collided.

A third car collided with one of the vehicles involved in the initial crash while the driver stood outside. Reports said the person occupying the third vehicle fled the crash scene on foot.

Unfortunately, two people involved in the first crash lost their lives at the scene.

The rescuers rushed a person from the initial crash to Harborview Medical Center with serious injuries.

In the meantime, the WSP is investigating the initial collision.

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We at Sweet Lawyers would like to express our condolences to the loved ones of the two deceased. Our thoughts are with you during this painful time.

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Dealing With the Aftermath of a Fatal Collision

The Washington Traffic Safety Commission has a plan titled “Target Zero”, with the goal of decreasing deaths and serious injuries on Washington’s roadways to zero by 2030. Despite this, accidents statewide continue to take the lives of hundreds each year.

Moreover, enduring an unexpected fatal loss can feel impossible to do alone. The silver lining is, you do not have to. Consulting with an experienced attorney who can help you with a possible wrongful death claim is the best thing you can do following the deadly incident.

Thus, 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 related to or depend financially on the victim. 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, and minors under the care of the deceased
Personal representatives

To those who lost the victims of the Interstate 5 vehicle collision, our hotline is (800) 674 7852. You may call us anytime.

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

You may also click on this link and chat with our online professionals.

Our legal professionals are willing to discuss how a legal case can help you with the devastating aftermath of the Seattle fatal crash.