Las Vegas, NV (February 3, 2024) - On Thursday, February 1, a pedestrian was injured following a traffic accident in the Las Vegas area. The accident was reported near the Bellagio at the 3600 block of S. Las Vegas Boulevard late that night at around 9:30 p.m. The victim was traveling on foot in the valet area when they were struck by an oncoming vehicle.
The at-fault driver remained at the scene and cooperated with responding officials. They passed a sobriety test hat was conducted by local law enforcement. The injured victim suffered life-threatening injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
At this time, the identities of the involved parties have not been provided. No additional information on the pedestrian crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and his family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in Nevada
Pedestrian safety continues to be a serious issue in the state of Nevada. Statistics show that there were 387 deaths resulting from 376 pedestrian crashes in the state from 2014 to 2018. Urban areas pose unique dangers to pedestrians, as they are often forced to share the road with fast-moving vehicles, and city streets were the site of almost 90 percent of deadly pedestrian accidents during that time. Clark County had the highest number of these deadly collisions.
Dealing with the aftermath of a pedestrian crash is far from simple. These types of crashes are known to result in life-changing injuries and extensive financial damages due to the severe nature of pedestrian accidents. The victim will suffer serious injuries as there is almost nothing protecting them from the full impact of the accident. For this reason, you should not take any chances when pursuing a recovery after a severe pedestrian accident. If you try to handle your case on your own, you will be at the mercy of a large insurance company that handles these types of cases every day.
You need to make sure that you do everything possible to maximize your recovery after a life-changing pedestrian crash. That means working closely with a trained personal injury lawyer with a proven track record of success. This will make sure that you are able to achieve the full recovery you need to get back to your life.
You need to know that you are not alone after a life-changing pedestrian accident. The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you during this difficult time. We have helped many people just like you pursue full and fair compensation. If you have any questions about your case, we are here to answer them during a free consultation. If you are ready to discuss your case with a Las Vegas pedestrian crash lawyer, contact our law offices today at 775-227-2280.