Washington Law on Avoiding Accidents: The Duty of All Drivers In Washington state, every driver has a primary duty to avoid accidents. This duty does not change based on age, vehicle type, or the presence of emergency responders on the roadway. A recent crash in Kittitas County involving an 86‑year‑old Easton man who rear‑ended a Washington … Continue reading Elderly Driver Rear-Ends Trooper SUV: Legal Responsibility in WA