Las Vegas, NV (January 31, 2024) - On Monday, January 29, two people were killed and another was hurt following a two-vehicle crash in the Las Vegas area. The deadly accident took place at the corner of Rainbow Boulevard and Spring Valley Parkway late that night at around 6:10 p.m. Local reports revealed that a sedan was making a left turn at the intersection as a 2021 Kawasaki Z900 motorcycle was headed southbound.
The motorcyclist crashed into the front passenger door of the vehicle. The rider, a 19-year-old man, and a front-seat passenger, identified as a 64-year-old woman, suffered fatal injuries in the collision. The driver of the sedan was hospitalized for the treatment of sustained injuries.
At this time, no further information is currently available. The identities of the involved parties have been withheld. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
Nevada Deadly Motorcycle Accidents
A recent four-year study carried out in Nevada found that motorcycles were involved in over 19 percent of traffic deaths, with 306 reported fatalities. Across the nation, motorcycle riders make up a significant number of national traffic fatalities, with roughly 80% of motorbike collisions ending in death or severe injuries. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 5,014 motorcycle fatalities and 84,000 motorcycle injuries in a recent year.
Losing a loved one can be difficult to deal with. You may feel as though nothing will ever be the same after a deadly accident, particularly if the death was unexpected and abrupt. It could get even harder to handle if you later find out that someone else's negligent actions caused the accident. You have to be able to take the proper legal action to recover lost damages in the event of a terrible crash. You may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit to be compensated for burial expenses, funeral costs, and other damages.
Wrongful death lawsuits can be extremely complicated. It can be difficult enough to deal with a death in the family, and wrongful death cases always have a lot on the line. To make sure your case is as strong as possible, you must ensure that you can consult with a knowledgeable personal injury attorney who can help you navigate the often complicated claims process.
If someone close to you is killed in a motorcycle crash, Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P.'s legal team is prepared to assist you through your financial recovery. Our legal team is available to assist you in any way that we can. Our team of Las Vegas wrongful death attorneys has assisted families from all across the state in pursuing successful cases. Contact our offices a call at 775-227-2280 to discuss your case with a trained attorney.