Overland Park, KS (March 28, 2024) – On Wednesday, March 27, there were reported injuries after a car accident in Overland Park. The collision occurred at the corner of W. 83rd Street and Metcalf Avenue that afternoon around 2:22 p.m. Emergency crews were quickly sent to the scene to render aid to the involved parties.
At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed. The crash victims were treated at the scene by attending medical personnel. Those requiring further treatment were later hospitalized by ambulance. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident 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.
Distracted Driving Crashes in Kansas
Driving while distracted is extremely dangerous, and it has become one of the most common factors contributing to catastrophic collisions in the nation. Kansas drivers are known for driving while distracted. Data from the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) indicates that distracted driving was a factor in 18.1 percent of crashes in the state in 2021. More than 3,000 people nationwide lose their lives in distracted driving-related collisions, and many more suffer life-changing injuries. Drivers who are distracted will have their eyes off the road nearly 10 percent of the time. If you or someone close to you is injured in a car accident, it is important that you are ready to partner with a trained lawyer in order to pursue a successful personal injury claim.
The steps you take after a serious crash can impact the rest of your life. You need to do everything possible to make sure that you are able to get the most compensation possible so you can fully cover the costs of your injuries and other damages. With the help of a qualified Overland Park personal injury lawyer at Bretz Injury Law, you can pursue the strongest case possible. Give us a call today at 620-524-0080.
