Lawrence, KS (July 21, 2024) – At least one person was hurt in the aftermath of a car accident outside of Lawrence on Saturday, July 20. The incident was reported at the corner of Ousdahl Road and W. 19th Street around 10:45 a.m. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties.
The circumstances leading to the incident have not yet been determined. The injured parties were provided aid at the scene by attending medical personnel, and those needing further treatment were later transported to a local hospital by ambulance for additional support. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No updates on the accident are currently available. Local law enforcement officials are managing the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Crashes in Kansas
Distracted drivers are all over the road these days. Driver distraction has become the main cause of fatal crashes nationwide and is a major issue in Kansas. According to data, 409 road deaths in the state of Kansas between 2017 and 2021 were caused by distracted drivers. This translates to almost 81 deaths per year, or nearly 1.5 deaths every week. Over 21 percent of the 1,989 road fatalities documented during that time were caused by distracted drivers. Nearly nine people are killed daily by distracted drivers on American roads. If a careless motorist causes unjustified harm to you or someone you care about, you should speak with an experienced attorney to build a compelling case for compensation.
You need to be ready to get started on your recovery as soon as possible after a car accident. A competent Overland Park car accident lawyer will be ready to fight for your full recovery. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law has a proven history of helping injured parties pursue successful cases. If you are ready to discuss your situation with an experienced lawyer, contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
