Enterprise, NV (March 15, 2024) - On Wednesday, March 13, a pedestrian was killed after a traffic accident in the Enterprise area. The deadly accident occurred on Shelbourne Avenue near Rancho Desinto Road late that night at around 6:30 p.m. Local reports indicated that a 56-year-old woman was walking westbound when she was hit from behind by a 1997 Ford F-150 pickup truck.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to render the necessary aid. The victim suffered fatal injuries and was later pronounced dead. The driver involved in the crash did not show signs of intoxication, and authorities indicated that glare may have played a role in the accident. No further updates on the deadly accident are currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be provided as it continues.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Pedestrian Accidents in Nevada
In the event of a traffic accident, you run the danger of suffering significant injuries no matter how you travel. However, pedestrians are at even greater risk of suffering serious injuries. Across the nation, the number of pedestrian fatalities is rising. Over 8,000 people lost their lives in pedestrian accidents on American roads in 2021 alone. That translates to an average of one death every 66 minutes. Nearly one out of every six traffic fatalities in the United States that year were pedestrians. It is never easy to deal with any type of accident, and it is particularly difficult to manage a deadly crash. A trained attorney will be able to help you pursue a strong wrongful death claim in order to help in your pursuit of justice.
In an accident, pedestrians have very little protection. That means that they are more prone to sustain serious or even fatal injuries in the event of a traffic accident. The ensuing losses can quickly accumulate and put families in a potentially dangerous financial position. You might be able to pursue a wrongful death claim to get compensation for funeral and burial costs in the event of a fatal collision. However, wrongful death claims are some of the most complicated pieces of litigation our personal injury attorneys handle every day. Families that attempt to manage them on their own frequently encounter unforeseen issues and challenges for which they are unprepared to handle, potentially damaging their recovery.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you during this difficult time. We understand that losing a loved one is a difficult time, and we want to do anything we can to help. You should contact an Enterprise wrongful death lawyer who can help you exercise your legal rights. If you have any questions about your case, we are here to help. Give us a call today at 775-227-2280 to get started on your personal injury case with the help of a trained attorney.