Las Vegas, NV – Accident on Owens Ave near Nellis Blvd Results in Injuries

Las Vegas, NV (April 26, 2024) – An injury accident happened in Las Vegas on April 27. Emergency responders went to the scene at around 12:10 a.m. to help the individuals involved in the crash. Reports show the crash happened on Owens Avenue near Nellis Boulevard. At least one person was hurt and taken to the hospital for treatment, however; the individuals involved in the wreck have not been identified at this time. 

Police in Las Vegas continue to investigate the details of the accident. 

Nevada Car Crashes

Nevada car crashes happen frequently. Per year, tens of thousands of accidents are reported in the Silver State that cause serious injuries and even fatalities. Sadly, around 700 people lose their lives annually in auto collisions throughout the state. Across the country, approximately 40,000 individuals are killed per year in traffic accidents. These crashes are mostly preventable and caused by the actions of negligent drivers. Negligent driving comes in countless forms, however, the most common include: 

• Intoxication
• Distraction
• Fatigue
• Speeding

Some statistics related to driver negligence in the United States include the fact that driver intoxication takes the lives of over 10,000 people per year while speeding also ends the lives of approximately 11,000 annually. Additionally, fatigued driving is behind more than 100,000 traffic collisions that happen every year in the United States and driver distraction causes more than 400,000 crashes per year. 

When you or a loved one have been hurt in a traffic crash caused by the actions of a negligent driver, you are most likely going through a difficult time. You may be suffering from painful injuries while you wonder how you are going to recover financially. The costs related to medical bills that stem from car crash injuries are often in the tens of thousands of dollars. The average ambulance ride costs thousands, for example. 

At the Simon Law Firm, we have been working for over three decades to help crash victims and their loved ones recover. We will stop at nothing to get you the financial compensation and justice you need and deserve at this time. Our firm prides itself on our ability to help injured accident victims and their family members get the justice and financial compensation they need so they can focus on their recovery. Call us at 702-364-1650 to speak with a skilled car crash attorney in Las Vegas about your claim.