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Henderson, NV (April 7, 2024) - On Sunday, April 7, two people were killed after a vehicle collision in the Henderson area. The fatal accident was reported on Interstate 11 near mile marker 12 early that morning around 6:53 a.m. Two vehicles were reportedly involved in the crash.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties. A man and woman were reportedly killed in the accident. Both were pronounced dead at the scene. All lanes in both directions on the highway were temporarily closed while local authorities worked to clear the scene. The identities of the deceased victims have been withheld. No further information on the deadly crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time.
Deadly Car Crashes in Nevada
One of the riskiest things we do every day is operate a motor vehicle. Reno is a rapidly growing city with a large number of drivers on the road and thousands of accidents recorded annually. There were 237,338 car accidents reported in the city between 2016 and 2020. Statistics show that a total of 135,789 of these crashes caused some kind of property damage, while 100,060 resulted in injuries. Car crashes continue to be the leading cause of fatalities and serious injuries in Nevada, with intoxicated drivers being responsible for almost half of reported auto accidents. It can be difficult to handle the fallout from a deadly accident on your own. Working with an experienced attorney can help you recover lost compensation in a wrongful death claim.
It is natural to feel overwhelmed and think your life will never be the same after losing someone in a fatal crash. Family members may be able to seek a claim for monetary or non-monetary damages with the help of a trained lawyer. Grieving families often postpone taking legal action until after they have had some time to process their loss, but this is often a mistake. In order to safeguard important evidence and your legal rights, you want to be sure you can act quickly to maximize the value of your claim. You can obtain compensation for accident-related costs such as burial expenses, funeral costs, and medical bills by filing a wrongful death claim. You need a trustworthy lawyer who is not afraid to defend your legal rights during this difficult time.
You do not want to take any chances with your recovery after a deadly crash. The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you pursue a wrongful death claim. Our Henderson wrongful death attorneys will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about your case. Contact our law offices at 775-227-2280 to begin the process of filing your claim. We are here to make sure your legal rights are secured.