Las Vegas, NV (July 14, 2024) – There were fatal injuries reported after a crash involving a box truck in the Las Vegas area on Saturday, July 13. The deadly accident took place on Interstate 15 NB near US-95 early that morning, around 5:30 a.m. A passenger car and a box truck collided at the scene.
Emergency responders were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. The driver of the passenger car suffered fatal injuries in the impact and was pronounced dead at the scene. There was debris strewn across multiple ramps of the highway, and the area was closed for nearly eight hours while local authorities worked to clear the scene. The circumstances leading to the crash have not been determined. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash, and more updates will be provided as the inquiry continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Fatal Trucking Accidents in Nevada
In a traffic accident, a massive 18-wheeler can leave victims with permanent and life-changing injuries. Large trucks can be seen everywhere on Nevada's roads and highways, as the state is essential to the country's transportation system. According to the most recent data from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), 360 trucking incidents were reported across the state, resulting in 385 fatalities. Semi-truck crashes are commonly attributed to driver fatigue, alcohol, and speed. Many truck drivers are also pressured to work long hours, which puts both them and other drivers on the road at considerable risk. In order to pursue a wrongful death claim, you should speak with an experienced personal injury attorney if you have lost a loved one in a fatal trucking accident.
It is never easy to deal with a loved one's death. When you later discover that the accident was caused in part by the careless behavior of a truck driver, it can be even more difficult to cope with the loss. It may seem as though nothing will ever be the same in your life. After a tragic crash, you need to be completely aware of your legal rights so that you can seek justice during this trying time. If it is determined that carelessness contributed to the deadly accident, the deceased's surviving family members may be entitled to financial compensation on the deceased's behalf under Nevada state law.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to provide assistance as you pursue your case. Families should not be held accountable for the careless driving of a reckless truck driver. To guarantee that you can obtain a complete financial recovery during this trying time, our Las Vegas semi-truck accident attorneys are here to help you every step of the way. Give our offices a call at 775-227-2280 to speak with an experienced lawyer about your situation and get started on your claim today.
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