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Living and working in Tacoma is fun; people enjoy a mix of businesses, shops, offices, job opportunities, and lively neighborhoods, not to mention Tacoma’s Point Defiance Park, which adds to the city's livability. However, motor vehicle accidents happen, especially in cities like Tacoma, which mix commercial, industrial, and residential spaces with congested roads and challenging weather conditions.
While all drivers are insured, if you get involved in a car accident, you should call on a car accident attorney from Care For the Injured. You might think your insurance company will take care of everything, but if you want the best outcome for you, your family, and your health, you should always have a car accident attorney with personal injury lawyer experience to work for your rights.
Tacoma’s Unique Traffic Challenges
Tacoma is one of the most beautiful locations to live and work in. It blends urban culture with natural beauty, with the stunning views of Mount
Rainier offering a dramatic backdrop against the city’s skyline. People love Tacoma’s strong arts and cultural scene, anchored by the Museum District, the Museum of Glass, and the Tacoma Art Museum. At the same time, the city hasn’t forgotten its industrial roots as a major port city with its working waterfront, as it’s one the largest container ports in the United States.
As people live and drive around Tacoma, though, car and motorcycle accidents happen. Tacoma's geography and traffic patterns can be challenging for drivers, particularly at the intersection of major highways, including I-5 and SR-16. There are several congestion points during rush hours, while the city's position as a major port and commercial hub means our roads are shared with commercial truck traffic. This adds an extra layer of risk for everyday drivers.
Tacoma's notorious rainfall, averaging over 40 inches annually, also impacts road safety. Wet conditions reduce visibility and traction and make roads particularly hazardous during our extended rainy season from October through April.
Why Choose Care for the Injured in Tacoma?
At Care for the Injured, our network is local to the Tacoma and Pierce County areas.
Our network of attorneys have successfully recovered millions in compensation for local accident victims. We know the roads and dangerous intersections, follow weather patterns, and are aware of rush hour dangers. Through our work with car accident attorneys in Tacoma, we have built strong relationships with local courts, fellow law firms, law enforcement, and medical professionals — something that helps us work on your case efficiently and effectively.
With a network local to Washington State, we keep up with state traffic laws. We know how Pierce County judges usually rule on various accident cases and use this insight to build stronger cases for our clients. We work with the court system to stand by you and fight for your car accident case.
Services Offered
While the most common car accidents are rear-end collisions, we have worked and witnessed many different types of car accidents. The most frequent ones include single-car collisions where the driver hits a fixed object like a tree, post, or sidewalk, as well as head-on collisions and T-bone accidents at road intersections.
As a network of experienced and professional car accident lawyers in Tacoma, we offer legal representation for all types of motor car and motorcycle/vehicle accidents. Let us take a look at the most important ones.
Weather-Related Collision Cases
Our network of attorneys know how Tacoma's weather patterns affect accident investigations and liability determinations. We work with meteorological experts to establish weather conditions as contributing factors when relevant to your case.
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Claims
Don't let an uninsured driver's negligence leave you bearing the financial burden of an accident. We help you explore all available options, including your own insurance coverage and potential third-party liability claims.
Commercial Vehicle Accidents
Given Tacoma's busy port and industrial areas, accidents involving commercial trucks are common and require specialized expertise. We know commercial vehicle regulations and how to hold trucking companies accountable.
Rideshare Accident Claims
Whether you're a passenger or driver and were hit by a rideshare vehicle, we work with the insurance companies to give advice, keeping in mind the complicated insurance coverage issues that typically arise with Uber and Lyft accidents.
Bicycle and Pedestrian Accidents
Tacoma's growing pedestrian and cycling community needs strong legal advice and protection. Pedestrians and cyclists are very vulnerable, and our network of attorneys fight for maximum compensation for the often severe injuries that occur in a bicycle accident.
Complex accidents involving multiple vehicles require careful investigation to review and determine liability. We work with accident reconstruction experts to establish fault and hold all responsible parties accountable.
Multi-Vehicle Collisions
Hit-and-Run Accident Cases
When the at-fault driver flees the scene, we explore all available options for compensation, including uninsured motorist coverage and other potential sources of recovery.
For auto accidents resulting in severe personal injury like traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injuries, or permanent disabilities, we work with medical experts to project lifetime care costs in the case results and fight for comprehensive compensation.
Catastrophic Injury Cases
Wrongful Death Claims
In the tragic event of a fatal accident, our network of attorneys provide compassionate representation for families while pursuing maximum compensation for their loss.
If your insurance company unreasonably denies or delays the compensation you may be entitled to, we hold them accountable for bad faith practices and fight for the coverage you are entitled to receive.
Insurance Bad Faith Claims
Common Causes of Car Accidents in Tacoma
The primary cause of car accidents, according to evidence, is speeding. However, there are so many additional things that can cause a car accident, such as reckless driving, driving while drunk, distracted driving due to the use of mobile phones, running red lights, weather and road conditions, and more.
Through our network's experience in handling car accidents in Tacoma, we have noticed the following common causes of car accidents and Tacoma personal injury.
Highway Accidents
The Tacoma area has plenty of major highways. Inevitably, car or truck accidents occur regularly at intersections and generally across highways, especially with cars going at a high speed.
Drunk Driving
Alcohol-impaired driving remains one of the leading causes of serious accidents in Tacoma, particularly around entertainment districts and during late evening hours. Such accidents often result in severe injuries or fatalities due to impaired judgment and delayed reaction times.
Distracted Driving
Alcohol-impaired driving remains one of the leading causes of serious accidents in Tacoma, particularly around entertainment districts and during late evening hours. Such accidents often result in severe injuries or fatalities due to impaired judgment and delayed reaction times.
Distracted Driving
We all have our phones in the car, but answering, talking, or browsing on your phone while driving can lead to serious car accidents because you can get distracted and don’t pay enough attention to road conditions. Text messaging, social media use, and distractions from other devices lead to many accidents on Tacoma's busy streets and highways.
Speeding
Excessive speed is a major factor in many serious accidents, especially on I-5 and SR-16. Speeding reduces reaction time and increases the severity of injuries when accidents occur.
Reckless Driving
Aggressive behaviors such as tailgating, unsafe lane changes, and running red lights cause many otherwise preventable accidents. These dangerous actions are particularly noticeable during Tacoma's rush hour traffic.
Fatigued Driving
Driver fatigue, especially common among shift workers and long-distance drivers, can be as dangerous as drunk driving. Drowsy driving accidents often happen during early morning hours or late at night.
Running Red Lights and Stop Signs
Failure to obey traffic signals and signs leads to serious intersection accidents, often causing devastating T-bone collisions.
Following Too Closely
Tailgating can cause rear-end collisions, particularly during stop-and-go traffic on Tacoma's busy commuter routes.
Inexperienced Driving
New or young drivers may lack the experience to handle challenging driving conditions or emergencies.
Vehicle Defects
Mechanical failures, such as brake problems, tire blowouts, or steering malfunctions, can cause accidents regardless of driver skill or attention.
Washington State Car Accident Laws
Washington’s pure comparative negligence system
Washington's pure comparative negligence system and injury law allow accident victims to recover damages even if they were partially at fault. Your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault, but you maintain the right to recover damages regardless of your level of responsibility.
Mandatory insurance minimums for Washington drivers
Washington state requires all drivers to carry minimum insurance coverage of:
$25,000 for injuries or death to one person in any one accident
$50,000 for total injuries or death to all persons in any one accident
$10,000 for property damage in any one accident
Resources for Tacoma Accident Victims
Local Tacoma services
Tacoma Police Department: (253) 287-4455
St. Joseph Medical Center: Level II Trauma Center providing 24/7 emergency care
MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital: Specialized trauma and emergency services
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Care for the Injured for Your Car Accident Rights
When you work with Care for the Injured, you have a professional attorney by your side to protect your rights. Our goal is to help you receive fair compensation for all damages, including those that may not be immediately apparent.
Don't let insurance companies minimize your claim when you seek compensation. Insurance companies often try to lower the amount that car accident victims get. But at Care for the Injured, we claim what is rightly yours and work to secure compensation for every aspect of your accident injury-related losses.
Medical Expenses
Medical expenses include the following, among others:
Emergency room and hospital bills
Surgery and follow-up procedures
Physical therapy and rehabilitation
Medication costs
Medical equipment (crutches, wheelchairs, etc.)
Future medical bills/ care for long-term injuries
Mental health counseling and treatment
A car accident involves vehicle damage. You want your vehicle to be repaired professionally. However, while going through the process of getting your car repaired, you experience inconvenience in your everyday life. We help with:
Car repair or replacement costs
Rental car expenses
Personal property damaged in the accident
Towing and storage fees
Diminished vehicle value after repairs
Vehicle and Property Damage
Lost Income and Career Impact
Lost wages are a common issue with car accidents: if you are injured, you can’t work, so you don’t have money to provide for yourself and your family. We’ll seek compensation for:
Missed wages during recovery
Reduced earning capacity
Lost business opportunities
Career retraining if unable to return to previous work
Lost retirement and benefit contributions
Lost promotion opportunities
Impact on self-employment or business income
FAQs for Tacoma Clients
How does Washington’s pure comparative negligence law affect my claim?
Even if you were partially at fault for an accident, you can still recover damages. Our attorneys will work to minimize your assigned percentage of fault to maximize your recovery.
Do I need an attorney for a minor accident in Tacoma?
While not every accident requires representation from a legal team, having an attorney protect your interests is valuable, even in seemingly minor cases. Insurance companies often attempt to minimize compensation or deny claims entirely.
Call Care for the Injured Today!
Call Care for the Injured today to help secure the compensation you deserve! Even if you feel that the car accident was minor, you should always have a professional and dedicated car accident attorney to assess your claim and verify that you are getting compensated fairly.
Care for the Injured's experienced network of car accident attorneys in Tacoma are ready to fight for your rights. We have the expertise and dedication to fight for your case and will stand by you!
Call us now for a free case consultation and learn how we can help you secure the maximum compensation for your injuries!
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