Quincy, WA (December 15, 2024) – A car accident happened in Quincy on December 11 that resulted in the death of one man and injuries to another individual. The collision took place while Eric Keyes was headed east on Road 5 Northwest. A 20-year-old driver crossed the center line and collided with Keyes’ vehicle. Both vehicles stopped in the middle of the road and were struck by another eastbound driver. Keyes and the other driver were taken by ambulance to Quincy Valley Medical Center. Keyes later lost his life due to the extent of his injuries. Police in Quincy continue to investigate the circumstances of the crash.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of Eric Keyes.
In Washington, tens of thousands of auto collisions happen per year that injure thousands and end the lives of hundreds. In 2023, more than 800 people were killed in traffic accidents in Washington. Throughout the country, over 6 million traffic collisions took place in 2023, and approximately 3 million injuries were caused by these crashes. Sadly, over 40,000 individuals lose their lives annually in traffic collisions in the United States.
Auto collisions take place for countless reasons in the US. However, the most prevalent include distraction, intoxication, fatigue, and speeding. In one recent year, more than 11,000 people lost their lives in traffic accidents caused by speeding. Drivers who operate their vehicles while drunk, high, distracted, fatigued, or who travel at unsafe speeds risk their own lives and the lives of everyone on the road.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a traffic accident that was caused by the actions of a negligent driver, you should be able to recover without worrying about your finances. A traffic accident attorney can help you file a claim for compensation so you can get the funds you need to recover.
Losing a loved one is the only thing worse than being hurt in one yourself. A wrongful death attorney in Quincy can help you collect financial compensation for funeral costs and more so you can focus on healing.
Call the Freeman Law Firm at 206-880-2454 to speak with an attorney who can help you navigate this difficult path. You should not have to worry about money at a time like this, which is why working alongside an attorney may be a great help to you and your family. We work on contingency, which means we do not get paid unless you are able to collect full and fair financial compensation for the damages you have endured. Contact our firm to learn more about how we can help get you through this troubling time.
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