Multi-Car Collision on Interstate 5 NB Injures 1 [Tacoma, WA]

Tacoma, WA (June 14, 2025) — A six-vehicle collision on Interstate 5 NB caused significant traffic delays and prompted an EMS response on Thursday.

The crash happened around 11:28 a.m. on northbound Interstate 5 near South 56th Street in Tacoma, blocking the two right lanes and the exit ramp to South 56th Street. Emergency crews responded to the scene and reported that one person suffered minor injuries. No serious injuries or fatalities were reported.

Authorities continued to investigate the cause of the crash. Traffic remained congested until crews cleared the scene at approximately 12:35 p.m. and reopened the affected lanes.

Let’s Avoid Traffic Accidents

Avoiding auto accidents involves paying attention and practicing safe driving methods. And as always, you should follow the speed and traffic laws, and don’t text (or use your phone in any way) behind the wheel.

Keep a safe trailing distance to be able to stop, if necessary.

Do not drink and drive, and never get behind the wheel if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or if you are tired.

Watch your mirrors and use your turn signals, and check your blind spots, before changing lanes or making a turn. Drive calmly and patiently, especially in heavy traffic or bad weather.

When you drive responsibly and remain alert, you help prevent accidents and keep everyone on the road safe.

Multi-vehicle crashes can happen quickly, especially in heavy traffic. Drivers should maintain a safe following distance, stay focused on the road, and adjust their speed to traffic conditions to help prevent chain-reaction collisions.

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Personal Injury Claims After a Traffic Collision: What You Need to Know

When involved in a traffic collision, filing a personal injury claim is necessary to recover damages. This legal process allows the victims to seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other expenses caused by the traffic collision. However, the process is often complex, and understanding how it works is crucial for anyone pursuing a claim.

The first step in a personal injury claim is to determine liability. In most cases, the driver responsible for the traffic accident, which could be due to negligence, distracted driving, speeding, or other factors, will be held accountable. Establishing fault is key to securing compensation. Gathering pieces of evidence such as police reports, traffic camera footage, witness statements, and medical records can strongly prove who was at fault.

Once liability is established, the injured party can then seek compensation for various types of damages. Medical expenses, which include hospital bills, rehabilitation costs, prescription medications, and any long-term care needs, will be a significant part of the claim.

Additionally, if the traffic collision resulted in lost wages or has impacted the victim’s ability to work, these financial losses can also be added to the claim.

Pain and suffering, which is a more subjective form of compensation, is one of the most debated aspects of a personal injury claim. Courts and insurance companies assess this based on how severely the victim was injured and the accident’s impact on the victim’s life, including physical and emotional distress.

Do not forget about the statute of limitations, which dictates the time frame within which a claim must be filed. Failing to file within this period may result in losing the right to pursue compensation.

Let Our Expert Attorneys Guide You

A personal injury claim can help you recover damages if you’re injured in a traffic collision. Seek legal counsel from Sweet Lawyers to ensure your rights are protected and that you have the best chance of receiving fair compensation.

See what our clients say or, better yet, call us today at (800) 674-7852.