Las Vegas, NV (May 6, 2024) - On Sunday, May 5, a pedestrian was killed after being hit by a motor vehicle in the Las Vegas area. The deadly accident was reported at the corner of Decatur Boulevard and Charleston Boulevard early that morning around 10 a.m. Local reports revealed that a 2018 BMW was traveling eastbound on Charleston in the left lane when it hit the victim.
The injured party entered a marked crosswalk before being struck by the oncoming motorist. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. The driver involved remained at the scene and cooperated with responding officials. The injured pedestrian suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The identity of the deceased party has been withheld. The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. No further information on the fatal accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Deadly Pedestrian Accidents in Nevada
When a car strikes a pedestrian, there is a good chance there will be serious injuries. Pedestrian collisions continue to be a serious concern in Nevada and around the country. The bulk of pedestrian fatalities, and an estimated 85.7 percent of pedestrian crashes, occur on city streets, according to data from the National Safety Council (NSC). In the event of a collision, pedestrians are more likely to suffer fatal injuries compared to those traveling in passenger cars, and the number of pedestrian fatalities on American roadways continues to rise every year. If a loved one dies in a pedestrian accident, you need to be ready to file a wrongful death claim with the help of a qualified lawyer.
It is never easy to lose someone you care about. Families often find themselves with many unanswered questions after a deadly accident. You must fight to make sure that you and your family have the best chance for financial recovery by working with an experienced lawyer. Under Nevada state law, the at-fault party can be held accountable for a deadly crash when a representative of the deceased pursues a wrongful death case. Families often wait to file a lawsuit. Dealing with the tremendous grief of such a loss can be challenging enough. A wrongful death lawsuit is the last thing you should have to worry about in addition to everything else that follows a fatal event. During this trying time, a skilled attorney can stand by your side and ensure that your legal rights are respected.
At Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P., we understand how devastating a death in the family can be, and we want to help in any way possible. Our team of Las Vegas pedestrian accident lawyers will be by your side at every stage of your case. We will not stop until the at-fault party is brought to justice for their role in the accident. Contact us today at 775-227-2280 if you are ready to get started on your case. When you work with our legal team, your case is in good hands.
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