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Reflecting: A Decade After the Skagit River Bridge Collapse
It has been 10 years since the tragic collapse of the Skagit River Bridge that injured three people. Read about the full lawsuit and outcomes here.
Semi-Truck Crashes on New Skagit River Bridge, Raising concerns.
A Semi-Truck transporting Liquid Nitregon crashed on the replacement section of the new Skagit River Bridge early Wednesday morning, drawing the attention of inspectors.
Science Channel's Engineering Catastrophes Interviews Seattle Attorney Chris Davis
The Science Channel series Engineering Catastrophes devoted a segment of its latest episodeto an examination of the engineering problems that resulted in the famous Skagit River Bridge disaster.
Structurally Deficient Bridges In Washington & The U.S.
Millions of Americans rely on over 600,000 bridges to get to and from work, school, appointments, and other activities each day. Unfortunately, a sizable portion of these structures aren’t up to code, putting everyone at risk.
Car Dangles Off I-5 In Seattle After Crash
The vehicle slammed into a power pole and careened over the barrier on the elevated stretch of highway.
Alaskan Way Viaduct Reopens 5 Days Ahead Of Schedule
This morning brought great news for Seattle-area commuters: the Alaskan Way Viaduct reopened early, as officials announced that the drilling machine Bertha passed under the structure ahead of schedule.
5 Tips for Surviving the Viaduct Shutdown
The moment we’ve all be waiting for has arrived: Bertha, years behind schedule and millions over budget, will finally pass beneath the Alaska Way Viaduct.
Seattle braces for viaduct closure
The viaduct, a double-decker structure that runs along Seattle’s waterfront, carries roughly 100,000 vehicles into and out of the city’s central core every day.
Semi Truck Strikes Support Beams on Snohomish River Bridge
Washingtonians suffered from a bit of déjà-vu Friday afternoon when reports surfaced that a semi truck had struck the support beams of the Snohomish River Bridge.
Overview: The Skagit River Bridge Collapse from a Legal Perspective
Lawsuits / litigation related to the Skagit River Bridge collapse in Washington State. Dan and Sally Sligh were injured when the bridge collapsed May 23, 2013
Collapses & Sinkings: A Long History of Bridge Failures in Washington State
It is interesting to reflect on what, if any, significant changes have been made in Washington since last year's bridge collapse. But it is more interesting to review the state's history of catastrophic bridge failures.
Skagit River Bridge Collapse Survivors One Year Later: A Statement From Dan Sligh
Skagit River Bridge Collapse Victims One Year Later: A Statement From Dan Sligh Realizing that the anniversary of the collapse will renew interest in their experience on that terrifying day and that people will be interested in how they are doing now, Dan and Sally Sligh have decided to release a statement.

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