Las Vegas, NV – Maryland Pkwy Scene of Injury Accident near Harmon Ave

Las Vegas, NV (May 11, 2024) – In the early morning hours on May 10, emergency responders were dispatched to the scene of an accident in Las Vegas. Reports from local authorities show the wreck happened on the Maryland Parkway near Harmon Avenue. One or more people were hurt and treated by paramedics at the scene. The total number of seriously injured victims has not been reported at this time. Police and EMTs remained on-site for an extended period, resulting in substantial delays in traffic. What caused the crash is still under local law enforcement investigation. Our thoughts are with those involved as we hope for their full recovery. 

Nevada Car Crashes

Each year, in the state of Nevada, tens of thousands of car accidents take place. These wrecks end up injuring tens of thousands of people and taking the lives of hundreds. Currently, in Nevada and throughout the United States, the majority of car accidents are caused by negligent driving. 

Drivers who act negligently while behind the wheel are not only risking their own lives but also risking the lives of other people. Negligent driving can be displayed in countless ways, however, in the United States, drivers who are distracted, intoxicated, or speeding cause the majority of reported car accidents. Every year, in the United States, over 6 million traffic accidents are reported. These wrecks are caused mostly by driver negligence. Unfortunately, more than 3 million people end up with injuries due to crashes like these, and over 40,000 lives are taken yearly. 

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that more than 92% of auto accidents in the United States are caused by the actions of negligent drivers. If you or someone you love have recently been hurt in a crash caused by negligence, you should consider working with a  car accident lawyer in Las Vegas.  

At the Simon Law Firm, our team has been helping crash victims and their family members for decades. We work hard to make sure that you and your loved ones are able to recover without having to worry about money at a time like this. Contact us at 702-364-1650 to learn about how we can help you through this difficult time. We will stop at nothing to get you the compensation and justice you deserve after your life may have been turned upside down by the actions of a negligent driver.