Las Vegas, NV (December 9, 2023) - A woman was killed in a pedestrian accident in the Las Vegas area on Friday, December 8. The deadly accident was reported at the corner of S. Sandhill Road and Edison Avenue at around 5 p.m. The victim was reportedly traveling westbound on foot when she was hit by an oncoming vehicle. She was lying on the ground when she was struck by a second motorist.
Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene, and the victim was soon pronounced dead by attending medical personnel. No additional information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Pedestrian Crashes in Nevada
Walking around a big city like Las Vegas can be convenient, but it also exposes you to being hit by a motor vehicle. Pedestrian fatalities continue to climb across the country. There were 387 people killed in 376 deadly pedestrian crashes reported in Nevada last year. Nearly 90 percent of deadly pedestrian accidents in the state occurred on urban roadways. Clark County had the highest number of deadly pedestrian crashes in the state that year.
It can be difficult to regain your livelihood after a deadly car accident. Losing someone close to you is never easy, and it is important that you are able to pursue legal compensation in the event someone you love is killed by a reckless driver. There is often a lot on the line when pursuing a wrongful death claim, and you do not want to leave anything to chance. Your ability to achieve a complete recovery will be determined by a successful claim, and only a lawyer with years of experience can get you the compensation you are owed.
A deadly car accident can happen at any time and completely change your life forever. Many families are overwhelmed by their grief and suffering to even consider taking action after a deadly pedestrian crash. You need to be sure to consult with a lawyer as soon as possible in order to get started on your case. If you wait too long, important evidence could be lost, and it will be more difficult to achieve a complete recovery.
You need to be sure that you have a trained legal team on your side if you are dealing with the loss of a loved one. Our team of lawyers at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. will be by your side every step of the way. We understand that you are going through a difficult time, and we want to help you and your family achieve a complete recovery. If you have any questions about your situation, our Las Vegas wrongful death lawyers are here to help. Contact our law offices today at 775-227-2280 to discuss your case with a trained attorney.