Overland Park, KS (July 16, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries following an auto accident in the area of Overland Park on Thursday, July 15. The collision was reported at the crossing of W. 135th Street and Metcalf Avenue late that night around 9:15 p.m. At least one person involved in the crash suffered injuries.
Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The crash victims were later transferred to local hospitals after being treated at the scene by attending medical personnel. The area was temporarily closed while authorities worked to clear the scene. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Kansas Distracted Driving Crashes
Across the country, one of the most common reasons for catastrophic traffic accidents is distracted driving. In Kansas, this reckless behavior was the cause of 84 documented crashes in a recent year. Distracted driving can cause you to take your eyes off the road roughly 10 percent of the time, and texting while driving is extremely dangerous. You could easily traverse the length of a football field at highway speeds in the time it takes to send one text message, which is more than enough time to cause a catastrophic collision. To get the greatest outcome out of your case, make sure you can collaborate with a seasoned lawyer as you pursue your claim.
You need to do everything possible to maximize your recovery during the difficult time that follows a serious collision. It is always in your best interests to work closely with an experienced Overland Park personal injury lawyer. At Bretz Injury Law, we understand that you are going through a difficult time, and our legal team wants to help. Give us a call today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your claim.
