Overland Park, KS (July 16, 2024) – On Monday, July 15, a car accident in the Overland Park area required support from local medical personnel. The collision was reported on I-435 EB near Roe Ave that afternoon around 3:48 p.m. At least one person involved in the accident suffered injuries.
At this time, the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. Emergency responders were dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties. The circumstances leading to the crash are still unknown. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No updates on the conditions of the injured parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be released as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Kansas Distracted Driving Crashes
Unfortunately, distracted driving is very common in Kansas, and it is equally deadly. According to statistics, distracted drivers were to blame for 409 road deaths in the state of Kansas between 2017 and 2021. This translates to almost 81 deaths annually, or almost 1.5 every week. Subsequent research reveals that distracted drivers were responsible for over 22 percent of the 1,989 traffic fatalities documented in the state during that time. One of the most prevalent forms of driver distraction is texting and driving, which results in hundreds of fatalities annually in the United States. If you or a loved one is seriously hurt in a car accident, you may be able to pursue a claim for compensation with the help of a seasoned lawyer.
It is important that you are ready to make informed decisions about your recovery if you or someone close to you is seriously hurt by a reckless motorist. The legal team at a respected Kansas law firm will be able to help you navigate the complicated claims process to get the most compensation possible in your case. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080.
