Overland Park, KS (October 14, 2024) – There were reported injuries after a car crash in Overland Park on Sunday, October 13. The collision was reported that evening around 6:51 p.m. on Interstate 35 NB near Interstate 635 NB. At least one person involved in the accident was hurt.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched after being notified of a serious car 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 Distracted Driving Accidents
There are always people on the road who don’t seem to be paying attention. Distraction is now the main reason for serious car accidents across the country and a big problem here in Kansas. Between 2017 and 2021, 409 deaths on the state’s roads involved drivers who were not paying attention. This is about 81 deaths a year, or about 1.5 deaths every week. Over 22 percent of the nearly 1,989 traffic deaths that happened during that time were caused by distracted motorists. Every year, thousands of people across the country die in related crashes. Studies have found that distracted drivers take their eyes off the road nearly 10 percent of the time. You should work closely with a competent legal team to get the most out of your case after a serious auto accident.
The steps you take now can impact the rest of your life. That’s why you should start your case with the help of a competent Overland Park personal injury lawyer who has years of experience handling successful cases. If you’re ready to get to work on your case, contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080.
