Olympia, WA – Woman Injured in Truck Wreck on I-5

Olympia, WA (September 4, 2023) – A major truck accident reported just outside of Tumwater left one woman injured.

The Washington State Patrol reported that the accident occurred at around 3:20 a.m. on September 3.

According to reports, a 34-year-old woman from Olympia, Washington, was driving on Interstate 5 when her car collided with a southbound semi-truck.

The driver of the car was severely injured in the crash. The woman was briefly treated at the scene and transported to St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington, for emergency care.

The accident is being investigated at this time.

We hope the injured woman recovers quickly.

Truck Accidents in Washington

Truck accidents take place far too often in the United States. Every year, these crashes leave tens of thousands of people injured. Here in Washington, we see far too many innocent people hurt due to negligence. Suffering a severe spinal cord injury, broken bone, or another serious injury due to a truck accident can impact your life forever.

After being hurt in a truck accident, you have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit against the responsible party. This legal action can provide you with financial relief for the losses and damages you face. Some of the parties that you can file a personal injury claim against include:

• Truck Driver: If the driver’s actions caused the accident, they may be held liable.
• Trucking Company: The company that owns the truck may be held responsible for the accident, especially in circumstances where they encouraged unsafe practices or failed to maintain their vehicles adequately.
• Manufacturers: If a defective part or defective truck design played a role in the accident taking place, the manufacturer may be held accountable.
• Cargo Loading Companies: Those responsible for loading the cargo must ensure it is secure and balanced to prevent accidents.
• Government Entities: In some cases, road conditions or signage issues may make government agencies liable.
• Other Negligent Parties: Depending on the circumstances, other entities or drivers involved in the accident may also be held responsible.

It is important to conduct a thorough investigation to determine who is at fault for the accident. Having a strong legal team in your corner can help to ensure the negligent party is held accountable.

At Burg Simpson, we understand how difficult it is to move forward after being hurt in a truck accident. For this reason, we are fully committed to helping each person we represent maximize the compensation they recover. Our seasoned commercial vehicle accident attorneys have a strong history of successfully litigating personal injury cases on behalf of our clients. Over the years, we have helped injured parties and bereaved families collect more than $2 billion in damages. We are committed to helping you maximize your recovery for the losses and damages you face. If you have suffered injuries due to another individual’s negligence or recklessness, please reach out to our national truck accident law firm today at (888) 895-2080 for a complimentary consultation with one of our dedicated legal advocates.