Sunrise Manor, NV (August 9, 2024) – There were reported injuries after a crash involving an alleged drunk driver in the Sunrise Manor neighborhood of Las Vegas on Thursday, August 8. The crash was reported at the corner of N. Nellis Boulevard and E. Bonanza Road late that night, around 8:30 p.m. Two vehicles reportedly collided at the scene.
The driver and passenger of one of the vehicles fled the scene on foot. Both were later apprehended by local officials, and the driver was suspected of impairment. They were later arrested after going to the hospital for treatment. The occupants of the other vehicle remained at the scene, and the passengers were also hospitalized. No further information on the crash is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are managing an ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
DUI Collisions in Nevada
Drunk driving contributes to a lot of fatal collisions in Nevada. Based on the most recent collision statistics, intoxicated drivers were responsible for almost 30 percent of road deaths reported in the United States in 2020. DUI accidents contributed to 8,626 of the 11,654 road deaths that year. In Nevada, there are over 20,000 drunk driving accidents annually that cause many injuries and hundreds of fatalities. Unfortunately, Nevada's reputation for having intoxicated drivers is far from stellar. More than half of the vehicle accidents in the state involve intoxicated drivers. If a drunk driver injures you or a loved one, you must be ready to meet with a knowledgeable lawyer in order to pursue a strong case for damages.
When a drunk driver injures you or someone you love, it is never easy. The individual who caused the accident should be held accountable for any injuries or losses that result from the crash. You need someone who is ready to stand out for crash victims—who frequently feel overwhelmed by their circumstances and the severity of their injuries—in order to ensure a full recovery. After a significant auto accident, you shouldn't have to manage submitting a claim for compensation on your own. Be cautious about what you say when the insurance company calls to get further details about the accident. Even the smallest acknowledgment of guilt might be turned against you. On the basis of these kinds of technicalities, insurance firms have been known to reject perfectly valid claims, which might put your compensation at risk.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. understands that you are going through a difficult time. You need a Sunrise Manor drunk driving 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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