Seattle Freeway Accident Attorneys
Negligent drivers are not the only cause of car accidents. Victims of auto accidents often do not realize that improper highway design may have played a role in the accident, or even caused it. Governments can be held accountable for creating defective, hazardous roadways.
At Swanson Gardner, P.L.L.C., in Renton, our lawyers review every motor vehicle accident case to determine whether you have a case against the government. If you do, we will fight to get you the compensation you need to cover medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages and other expenses. With more than 25 years of experience on our side, we know how to succeed in these challenging cases.
Types of Highway Design Defect Cases
There is an unlimited variety of highway defects that can cause accidents that result in catastrophic injuries and even wrongful death. A few common hazards are:
- Insufficient ramps to and from freeways
- Improper or absent signs
- Construction areas causing unnecessary hazards
- Failure to protect motorists from dangerous roadside hazards
For the most part, the government maintains adequate standards for highway safety. Highways design defect cases usually result from the state or county road department failing to follow their own standards. We handle all non-fatal and fatal highway defect crashes.
Our Record of Results
Our attorneys have achieved many impressive jury verdicts and settlements for victims of defective highway design. In one case, we represented the family of a woman who was nearly killed because of a dangerous situation on a city street. After a five-week trial, we got a $13.23 million verdict. It was believed to be the third-largest injury verdict in the state at the time. Learn more about our record-setting verdicts and settlements.
Contact Us for a Free Initial Consultation
Our Washington defective highway design attorneys handle all cases on a contingency basis, meaning we receive no fees until you get compensation.
To set up a free initial consultation, call us at 425-226-7920 or send us an e-mail.
