Car Accident Near Arlington Leaves One Dead | Washington Injury Attorney

Date: August 26, 2010, 08/26/10
Type: Motor Vehicle Accident, Wrongful Death
Location: 67th Ave near 152nd Street in Arlington, WA
Outcome: One dead, one injured.

The cause of a crash that killed one and injured another is still unknown.  Thursday afternoon at approximated 2:30pm an accident in Arlington cause to cars to collide on 67th Ave.  A yet to be identtified woman was killed and a man was injured and taken to an Everett hospital. 

Snohomish County deputies are investigating.

Washington State Wrongful Death Law

The wrongful death statute provides compensation for a decedent’s surviving family members for financial losses they sustain as a result of the death. See RCW 4.20.010  When someone is wrongfully killed in Washington State the law preserves a cause of action for the benefit of the decedent’s estate. The laws spell out who can make a claim when someone’s death is caused by the wrongful act of an individual or entity. The laws also spell out what elements of damages can be recovered based on the claimants relationship to the deceased.  SeeRCW 4.20.046.

Washington Wrongful Death Attorney

Victims and their families would be well-advised to contact an experienced personal injury lawyer, who will stay on top of the official investigation and make sure that their legal rights and best interests are protected. The best personal injury law firms will always offer a free consultation and comprehensive case evaluation to injured victims and their families.