Las Vegas, NV (January 21, 2024) - On Thursday night, January 18, a man was killed while riding a moped in the Las Vegas area. The deadly crash took place at the corner of N. 19th Street and E. Bonanza Road at around 10:30 p.m. The motorcyclist was traveling near the intersection when they were hit by an oncoming vehicle.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. The rider suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The other driver remained at the scene and reportedly cooperated with responding officials.
At this time, the identity of the deceased party has not been provided. No additional information on the deadly motorcycle accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the fatal 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.
Fatal Motorcycle Crashes in Nevada
Nothing compares to riding a motorcycle, but as every motorcycle rider knows there are hazards involved with getting out on the road. According to a recent four-year research done in Nevada, motorcycles were involved in 306 traffic deaths across the state, making up more than 19 percent of roadway fatalities in the state. Motorcycle accidents frequently result in fatalities. Roughly 80% of motorcycle accidents result in fatalities or serious injuries. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that in a recent year, there were 8,4,000 motorcycle injuries and 5,014 motorcycle fatalities.
It is never easy to lose someone you love. You could feel empty after experiencing this kind of loss and think that nothing in your life will ever be the same again. If you later discover that the death of your loved one was caused by the careless actions of someone else, these feelings may become much more difficult to handle. In the United States, automobile accidents are the leading cause of death and serious injury, and serious motorcycle crashes are a daily occurrence.
In Nevada, family members may be able to file a lawsuit if the death of a loved one is caused by the carelessness of another motorist. You should not attempt to handle a wrongful death claim by yourself because it can be quite complicated and challenging. Working with a trained personal injury attorney in Nevada who is qualified to handle your case will be able to help you strengthen your claim. You can fully concentrate on your health and well-being by having your attorney take care of your case.
During this trying time, Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P.'s legal team is here to help you recover. Our Las Vegas wrongful death attorneys will use every effort to hold the negligent party accountable for their actions. Give our offices a call at 775-227-2280 to begin working on your case and speak with an experienced lawyer about what happened.