Las Vegas, NV (November 27, 2023) - On Sunday night, November 26, a pedestrian was killed in a traffic accident in the Las Vegas area. The fatal crash was reported at the intersection of Rancho Drive and US-95 that evening at around 9:10 p.m. A man was traveling on foot when he entered the road and was hit by an oncoming motor vehicle. The injured party suffered fatal injuries and was later pronounced dead at the scene.
The at-fault driver remained at the scene and cooperated with responding officials. All northbound lanes were closed as emergency crews were present. The identity of the deceased party has not been provided at this time. No additional information has been provided. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation, and more information will be released as the investigation continues.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Pedestrian Accidents in Nevada
Accidents involving pedestrians have a high chance of ending in fatal injuries. In many cases, pedestrians are hurt when the operator of a motor vehicle fails to pay attention to their surroundings. Pedestrian safety has a poor reputation in Nevada. According to findings from Zero Fatalities Nevada, nearly 24 percent of all traffic fatalities in the state involve a pedestrian. The majority of these deadly accidents take place on urban roadways.
It can be extremely difficult to process the loss of a loved one. A deadly accident is always sudden and abrupt, and it can leave you feeling that your life will never the same again. It can be even harder to handle the situation if you later find out that their death was caused by another person’s negligent behavior. You need to be able to take the necessary legal action to ensure that you are able to recover any damages resulting from a fatal crash. You may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim in order to cover funeral expenses, burial costs, and other losses resulting from the accident.
Wrongful death claims are some of the most complicated claims that we handle as attorneys. There is always so much on the line, and dealing with a loss in the family often feels difficult enough. You need to be sure that you are able to consult with a qualified personal injury attorney who is able to help you navigate the complicated process in order to maximize your ability to recover lost compensation.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you if you have recently lost someone close to you in a deadly pedestrian crash. We understand that this is a difficult time, and we are here to help in any way we can. Our team of Las Vegas wrongful death lawyers has a proven track record helping families from all over the state pursue successful claims. If you are ready to get to work on your lawsuit, contact our law offices today at 775-227-2280.