Las Vegas, NV – One Killed in Head-On Truck Crash on Hwy 95 near Milepost 22

Las Vegas, NV (July 9, 2024) – A fatal head-on collision occurred in Las Vegas on July 2. Sources say the accident happened on Tuesday when a tractor-trailer headed south on Highway 95 in Mineral County attempted to pass in a no-passing zone between Mina and Luning. The Freightliner collided with a Saturn Ion sedan that was traveling north at the time. The Saturn caught fire following the wreck and became completely engulfed in flames, local news sources said. The driver lost their life at the crash scene. At this time, their identity has not been reported. A third vehicle, identified as a black Toyota Camry sedan, collided with debris on the road and became disabled. The driver and passenger present in the sedan did not sustain any injuries. Police in Las Vegas continue to investigate the details of the accident. 

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

Las Vegas Truck Wrecks

In Nevada, around 2% of reported nationwide truck collisions occur annually. This percentage says that Nevada is among the top 20 states in the nation with the most reported truck collisions per year. These wrecks often end in severe injuries and even fatalities for individuals. 

Traffic accidents involving commercial trucks often end in injuries and death for people involved due to the sheer size and weight of semi-trucks when compared with the average passenger vehicles. Large commercial trucks can cause devastating damage when they crash into smaller vehicles. The average 18-wheeler is 20 to 30 times heavier than the average passenger car. 

On top of their huge size/weight difference, semi-trucks are often operated by drivers who are overtired and sometimes intoxicated. Unfortunately, truck drivers are forced to work long hours while under strict deadlines, which means that they may be overly tired or engage in unhealthy behavior like drug use to stay awake or continue driving when they are too tired to do so. 

If you or someone you love has been hurt in a truck crash, contacting a truck crash lawyer in Las Vegas may be in your best interest. You have several options that can help you financially recover in the aftermath of your accident. If you believe that your crash was caused by negligence, you may be able to gather financial compensation for your losses and damages. You will have to show that one or more parties are liable for your truck accident, which includes any of the following: 

• Truck drivers
• Trucking companies
• Manufacturers of truck parts
• Cargo loaders

At the Simon Law Firm, our attorneys are here to help you get your life back on track after you have been hurt in a truck collision caused by negligence. Our lawyers are dedicated to helping you recover in more ways than one after you were hurt by the actions of a negligent driver. 

Please contact a truck accident attorney in Las Vegas at 702-364-1650 to find out how we can help you at this time.