Las Vegas, NV – Fatal Collision on I-15 near US-95 Takes One Life

Las Vegas, NV (July 13, 2024) – State police in Nevada are currently investigating a fatal accident that happened early on Sunday, July 13. At around 5:30 a.m., the incident occurred on Interstate 15 near US 95. A box truck and a passenger vehicle collided in the southbound lanes. Police say a passenger present in one of the vehicles was pronounced deceased at the scene. No other injuries were reported as a result of the incident. State police report the crash occurred on the on-ramp, and much debris from the incident was scattered in the area, causing a significant road closure. The closure lasted for over 8 hours, according to reports. Police report they continue to investigate the cause of the accident. 

We want to offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family at this time.

Nevada Traffic Accidents

Fatal traffic accidents happen every single day in the United States and the state of Nevada. Yearly, around 40,000 people lose their lives in car accidents throughout the country. In Nevada, hundreds of individuals are killed annually due to traffic accidents. Countless circumstances cause these wrecks, however, driver negligence is the main culprit behind most of the reported auto collisions in the United States. 

Negligent driving has risen to the top of the list of reasons why traffic accidents occur nationwide. People who allow themselves to become distracted, travel at unsafe speeds and drive while intoxicated or fatigued cause over 94% of reported car crashes every single year. Sadly, the majority of injurious and fatal auto accidents in the US are preventable and caused by the negligent actions of drivers. 

If a loved one has been involved in a fatal traffic accident caused by the actions of a negligent driver, you should consider working with a wrongful death lawyer who can help you recover in more ways than one. When you work with a skilled lawyer to file a wrongful death claim, you may be eligible to collect financial compensation for your losses and damages. Some of these losses and damages may include: 

• Medical bills
• Lost wages
• Vehicle repair costs
• Emotional turmoil
• Pain
• Suffering
• Loss of life enjoyment
• Loss of consortium
• Loss of future earning capacity
• And more

Working with a dedicated Las Vegas wrongful death lawyer is definitely in your best interest. An attorney will thoroughly investigate your claim and negotiate a full and fair settlement for you from the insurance company so you can focus on your health and well-being after the tragic and irreparable loss of a loved one.

The only thing that is more devastating than suffering serious injuries in a crash is losing someone you love in the same manner. Losing a loved one in a fatal accident that may have been caused by negligence is potentially one of the most stressful and tremendous situations that can happen to you. Though a lawyer cannot ease the emotional pain you may be feeling at this time, we may be able to help lift the financial burden you may be facing so you can focus on healing. Call the Simon Law Firm at 702-364-1650 to learn about how an Ely wrongful death lawyer can help you at this difficult time.