Overland Park, KS (October 17, 2024) – At least one person was injured following a car accident in the Overland Park area on Wednesday, October 16. The collision was reported at the intersection of Quivira Road and W. 127th Street that morning around 7:30 a.m. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to render the necessary aid.
There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not yet been determined. The injured parties were treated at the scene before being transferred to a local hospital for further treatment. The area was temporarily closed while authorities were present, and tow trucks were needed to remove the resulting wreckage and other debris to reopen the area to outside traffic. No further information on the accident is currently available. 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 Speeding-related Accidents
Certain roadway behaviors are more dangerous than others, and speeding is commonly involved in a high number of life-changing crashes across the country. About six percent of all car crashes in Kansas in 2021 involved speeding drivers. Over 48 percent of drivers said they went over the speed limit in the last 30 days, even though most people think that going 15 miles per hour over the limit is potentially dangerous. Over the past year, speeding played a role in 282 deaths and 6,922 accidents with injuries in the state. After a terrible car accident, you should be able to get full compensation by filing a strong personal injury claim with the help of an experienced legal team.
There’s too much at stake to take any chances with your recovery. A skilled and respected Kansas car accident lawyer will be able to fight by your side at every stage of your case. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080. We can answer any questions that you may have about your legal rights during a free consultation.
