Overland Park, KS (November 3, 2024) – At least one person was hurt after a car accident in Overland Park on Saturday, November 2. The collision occurred at the corner of W. 133rd Street and Switzer Road that afternoon around 3:59 p.m. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to render the necessary medical aid.
At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel, and those requiring further support were later hospitalized to undergo additional treatment. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided at this time. The area was temporarily closed until tow trucks were able to remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. Local law enforcement officials are managing an 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
Using the phone behind the wheel can be very dangerous, and across the country, distracted driving is becoming a serious contributor to serious crashes. In the time it takes to send one text message, you could travel the length of an entire football field. In a recent year, distracted drivers caused about 400,000 serious injuries and over 3,200 deaths on American roads. Things like texting, talking to a passenger, and messing around with the GPS are all examples of distracted driving. It is common sense that taking your eyes off the road makes it more likely that you will get into a crash. It can be hard to get better on your own after a serious accident. A team of experienced lawyers can help you through this tough time.
You may be able to pursue a personal injury claim if you are unfairly hurt by a reckless driver. A competent Overland Park car accident lawyer will be ready to fight for your full compensation. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is ready to get to work on your case. Contact our law offices today at 620-524-0080.
