Overland Park, KS (August 8, 2024) – There were reported injuries after a car crash in the Overland Park area on Wednesday, August 7. The collision was reported that afternoon around 4:11 p.m. at the corner of W. 87th Street and Farley Street. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched after being notified of a serious auto accident. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The crash victims were treated at the scene by attending paramedics before being transferred to a local hospital for further support. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting debris. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash 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 Car Accidents
Driving is a part of life in Kansas, and the state’s leading cause of fatalities and serious injuries is still automobile accidents. As of 2021, there were over 57,000 recorded auto accidents in the state, with 281 fatal collisions accounting for 424 fatalities, according to the Kansas Traffic Crash Facts Book. Over 12,000 individuals sustained injuries in collisions across the state that year. In the United States alone, there are almost six million recorded auto accidents annually, and tens of thousands sustain death injuries, with more than three million suffering injuries. After a significant car accident, you should always collaborate closely with an experienced attorney to build a compelling case for compensation.
You have rights as a Kansas state resident, and that means you can pursue compensation against the at-fault party to be made whole again after a life-changing crash. A trained Overland Park car accident lawyer will be able to fight to protect your legal rights. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law has a proven history of helping injured parties pursue full recoveries. Contact us today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.
