Overland Park, KS (April 21, 2024) – On Saturday, April 20, there were confirmed injuries after a car accident in the Overland Park area. The collision was reported at the corner of W. 151st Street and Switzer Road early that afternoon around 3:43 p.m. At least one person involved in the accident suffered injuries.
At this time, the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. Emergency responders were dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties. The circumstances leading to the crash are still unknown. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No updates on the conditions of the injured parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be released as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Accidents in Kansas
You must give the road your complete attention when driving, but distracted driving has emerged as a primary factor contributing to significant collisions across the country. It is common for Kansas drivers to be distracted while operating a motor vehicle. The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) reports that distracted driving was a factor in 18.1 percent of crashes that occurred in the state in 2021. Every year, these collisions cause over 3,000 fatalities and numerous severe injuries on American roads. According to statistics, distracted drivers take their eyes off the road approximately 10 percent of the time, which is more than enough time to cause a life-changing crash. Your case will go more smoothly if you collaborate with an experienced lawyer to pursue a personal injury claim.
A life-changing car crash can happen in a matter of seconds. You never really know if or when you will be hurt in a collision, and it is important that you are ready to work closely with a trained Overland Park personal injury lawyer. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case.
