Overland Park, KS (July 12, 2024) – On Thursday, July 11, a major car accident in the Overland Park area required support from local medical personnel. The crash was reported that afternoon around 2:57 p.m. at the crossing of W. 137th Street and Quivira Road. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide the necessary aid to the involved parties.
At least one person involved in the crash was hurt. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The injured parties were provided aid at the scene by responding paramedics, and those requiring further treatment were later transferred by ambulance to nearby medical facilities. The circumstances leading to the collision have not yet been determined. No additional information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling 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.
Car Crashes in Kansas
In Kansas, driving is a way of life, but your chances of being in a serious collision increase with the amount of time you spend behind the wheel. According to the Kansas Traffic Crash Facts Book, the state of Kansas had 57,598 registered car accidents in 2021. In 381 fatal crashes that year, 424 people lost their lives, with more than 12,000 crashes ending in injury. Every year, there are more than six million reported car accidents in the United States alone. It is always beneficial to consult with an attorney. It might be difficult to handle a devastating crash’s aftermath on your own, and you do not want to jeopardize your recovery in any way.
You have rights as a Kansas state resident, and you need to be sure that you are ready to pursue the strongest claim possible to achieve a full recovery. A competent Overland Park personal injury lawyer will be ready to fight for your full recovery during this difficult time. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080.
