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Port Townsend accident injures Clay Bastian, WSP reports

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Port Townsend accident injures Clay Bastian, WSP reports

PORT TOWNSEND, WA, (April 15, 2026) — A 54-year-old Oregon man was seriously injured in a head-on crash Wednesday afternoon near Port Townsend, according to the Washington State Patrol.

Authorities said a westbound dump truck crossed the centerline near Southport Lane shortly before 2:30 p.m. and struck an eastbound Toyota 4Runner head-on. Both vehicles came to rest blocking the roadway.

Clay Bastian, of Lake Oswego, was driving the 4Runner and was airlifted to Providence Regional Medical Center in Everett. The dump truck driver was not injured.


CRASH INVESTIGATION

Candice Bond, an experienced commercial accident attorney, emphasized that in cases like this, a prompt and independent investigation is critical to protect a victim’s rights.

“Commercial vehicle accidents are often complex, with multiple contributing factors,” said Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal.

“A qualified attorney can help safeguard victims against trucking companies, which frequently deploy their own investigators and resources to the crash scene to defend their drivers.

“An attorney can advocate on behalf of the victim by retaining expert witnesses, conducting driver background checks, locating witnesses, and reviewing insurance coverage, while guiding the victim through the legal process.”


PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM

Pending the outcome of the investigation, Clay Bastian may have the right to pursue a personal injury lawsuit. Stefano Formica, Of Counsel with Bond Legal, noted that the impact of a serious injury can disrupt many aspects of a victim’s life, including family, employment, finances, and overall well-being.

“It is important for victims to retain an attorney when pursuing a personal injury claim so they can negotiate effectively with insurance companies,” Formica said.

“Insurance companies often attempt to settle claims quickly for less than their true value. An attorney will advocate strongly on behalf of the victim to ensure fair compensation and proper treatment,” he added.


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Accident Injury News' national legal analyst Candice Bond is experienced in commercial trucking accidents. If you or a family member need help, she is available for a free consultation to guide you

(Candice Bond, our national legal analyst, is a Managing Partner at Bond Legal. Accident Injury News can and does use quotes from prior interviews with our analysts for our news articles. If you would like to contact Bond Legal to help you, please call 866-986-7738 or use the submission box found on this page. Legal analysts quoted may or may not be licensed in your state).

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