Henderson, NV (August 3, 2024) - Three people were injured after a crash involving an alleged drunk driver in the Henderson area on Thursday, August 1. The collision took place late that night, around 7:40 p.m. on St. Rose Parkway near Coronado Center. Two vehicles reportedly collided at the scene.
It is believed that speed and impairment were involved in the accident. Three adults were injured and were transported to a local hospital for treatment of sustained injuries. The area was temporarily closed for several hours while emergency units were present. One of the drivers involved, 37-year-old Aaron Fierro, was arrested for DUI-related charges. No updates on the accident are currently available. However, an ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
DUI Collisions in Nevada
Even though it's against the law, drunk driving contributes to a number of deadly crashes in Nevada. Roughly 30 percent of road deaths reported in the United States in 2020 were attributed to drunk drivers, according to the latest crash data. A total of 8,626 of the 11,654 road deaths that year were brought on by DUI accidents. Intoxicated drivers are involved in around 20,000 collisions in Nevada each year, resulting in hundreds of fatalities and many injuries. Unfortunately, Nevada has a bad reputation for having drunk drivers. A drunk driver is involved in over half of the state's recorded car accidents. It is critical that you are prepared to speak with an experienced attorney in order to pursue a compelling claim for damages if you or a loved one is injured by a drunk driver.
It is never easy when you or someone you care about is hurt by a drunk driver. Any injuries or damages that arise from the accident should be the responsibility of the person who caused it. To ensure a thorough recovery, you need someone who is willing to speak up for crash victims who often feel overwhelmed by their situation and the severity of their injuries. You shouldn't have to handle filing a claim for compensation on your own after a serious car accident. When the insurance company contacts you to collect information regarding the collision, be careful what you say. The slightest admission of guilt might be used against you. Insurance companies have been known to deny perfectly legitimate claims based on these types of technicalities, which might jeopardize your compensation.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. understands that you are going through a difficult time. You need a Henderson car accident lawyer who is ready to stand by your side and pursue full and fair compensation for your injuries and other damages. We can answer any and all questions you may have during a free consultation. Contact our law offices today at 775-227-2280 to discuss your case with our trained legal team.
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