Wells, NV – Two Killed in Tractor-Trailer Wreck on US 93

Wells, NV (April 18, 2024) – Two individuals from Southern California lost their lives on April 6 in a fatal traffic accident in Wells. A tractor-trailer and a Toyota Tacoma were involved in the accident that took place on US 93. Rueben Rojas was operating the Tacoma along with one passenger identified as Maria Rojas. The Nevada State Police report that the Toyota was headed south in Elko County when it was involved in a head-on crash with the semi-truck at around 10:30 a.m. Both passengers in the Toyota lost their lives at the scene. Police in Wells continue to investigate the details of the crash. 

We want to offer our sincere sympathies to the families of the deceased victims at this time.

Nevada Car Crashes

In the United States, tens of thousands of car crashes happen daily. More than 17,000 collisions happen per day across the country. These crashes cause more than 7,500 people to sustain injuries and approximately 100 people to lose their lives per day. Accidents involving semi-trucks are often more dangerous and deadly due to the sheer size and weight of tractor-trailers. On average, semi-trucks are 20 to 30 times heavier than the average-sized passenger vehicle. When a passenger car becomes involved in an accident with a large commercial truck, the people present in the smaller vehicle almost always sustain serious injuries.

Unfortunately, most of these crashes are totally preventable and caused by the actions of negligent drivers. In the past decade, negligent driving has become problematic in the US. According to information provided by the NHTSA, more than 90% of reported auto accidents are caused by driver negligence. At this time, the most common forms of negligent driving in the United States include: 

• Speeding
  Intoxication
• Distraction

For example, more than 400,000 traffic wrecks occur yearly in the United States that are caused by driver negligence. Also, more than 3,000 people end up dying due to distracted driving crashes. More than 100,000 traffic collisions happen per year caused by fatigued driving, and these wrecks take the lives of approximately 1,500 people annually. Finally, driver intoxication makes up over 30% of the national fatality rate related to car crashes. 

When you or someone you love has sustained injuries in a negligently caused accident, you should not have to worry about your finances during your recovery. All of your expenses should be covered if the crash you were in was caused by another person. When you work with a car crash lawyer, you can file a personal injury claim for financial compensation. You may be able to gather compensation for a long list of damages, including: 

• Lost wages
• Vehicle repairs
• Medical bills
• Pain
• Suffering
• Emotional turmoil

Experiencing injuries in an avoidable accident is already tough, but nothing compares to the heartache of losing someone dear to you. The pain of losing a family member can bring life to a standstill. While money might be the last thing on your mind during such a difficult time, seeking assistance from a wrongful death attorney could alleviate some of the financial stress you’re grappling with, allowing you to concentrate on mourning and finding solace.

 A wrongful death attorney in Nevada can guide you through the process of filing a claim, helping you secure the financial compensation you require. Additionally, seeking justice for your family member’s accident by holding the responsible party accountable is possible. Feel free to reach out to the Simon Law Firm at 702-364-1650 to explore how we can support you further.