Jefferson Co, WA (June 19, 2021) - A motorcyclist sustained critical injuries in the aftermath of a collision in the Jefferson County area on Thursday, June 17.

The accident was reported on WA-104 near the Hood Canal Bridge that afternoon. Emergency personnel were promptly called to the scene to assess the condition of the wounded rider. The area was closed for several hours while authorities were on-site.

The rider was airlifted to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle for the treatment of life-threatening injuries. At this time, no other injuries have been reported. The circumstances leading to the accident have not been released at this time.

No further updates on the condition of the injured party have been released, and local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the victim and their family. We send our warmest wishes for a speedy recovery.

Motorcycle Accidents in Seattle WA

Motorcycle riding is common in Washington, and many residents enjoy taking their motorcycles for rides around the state on the open road. Unfortunately, these vehicles increase the risk of accidents for their riders. It is well-known that motorcyclists are at a higher risk of serious injury in a collision, and many motorists fail to keep an eye out for them, resulting in catastrophic accidents. As reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, around 80% of motorcycle accidents result in death or serious injury, and motorcycle riders continue to be 27 times more likely to die in a crash than persons in passenger automobiles.

Every day, motorcycle riders are wounded or killed in crashes in the state of Washington, and motorcycle deaths have been increasing across the country, despite the fact that the general incidence of collisions has been down. Although motorcyclists are more prone than other road users to sustain serious injuries, most drivers fail to keep an eye out for them, resulting in fatal motorcycle crashes across the state. Contrary to common opinion, the majority of motorcycle accidents in Seattle are caused by the acts of irresponsible drivers who fail to share the road with riders in a safe manner as they should.

In the event that you are injured in a motorcycle accident, the Dore Law Group's team of Seattle motorcycle accident attorneys will fight to ensure that you receive just compensation. We will assist you in putting together a solid claim in order to collect any lost wages or other damages as a consequence of the accident. Many years have passed since our experienced legal team of personal injury attorneys first stood up for the legal rights of victims injured in motorcycle accidents in Seattle and their families following terrible accidents. We can put our years of experience to work for you in your personal injury claim.

Get in touch with our offices immediately at (253) 236-3888 to discuss your case with a skilled motorcycle accident attorney in Seattle and to learn more about how we can assist you in your recovery from your injuries.

Note: Our law firm uses secondary sources to create this post. These outside sources include but are not limited to local news media outlets, local police reports, state police bulletins, social media outlets, and eyewitness accounts about serious accidents that take place in Kent, Tacoma, and Seattle. We do not verify all of the facts surrounding each accident, therefore, if you locate any information that is not correct, let us know, and we will correct our post to reflect the most accurate information available.