Las Vegas, NV (May 13, 2024) - Two people were hospitalized after a pileup crash involving an alleged drunk driver in the Las Vegas area on Sunday, May 12. The accident took place that night around 6 p.m. at the intersection of Sahara Avenue and Valley View Boulevard. Local reports indicated that four vehicles collided at the scene.
It was later revealed that two SUVs and two sedans were involved in the crash. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide the necessary aid to the involved parties. Two drivers were hospitalized for the treatment of sustained injuries, with one being listed in critical condition. Intoxication is believed to have played a role in the collision. The area was temporarily closed to outside traffic while emergency responders were present. No further information on the incident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
DUI Collisions in Nevada
Driving when intoxicated is very dangerous. Drunk drivers are ill-equipped to operate their cars when they get behind the wheel. Driving under the influence is a significant issue for Nevada. Statistics show that the state has one of the highest national rates of alcohol-related fatalities. In all, 92 people died in the state in a recent year due to intoxicated motorsits, accounting for about 30 percent of fatal crashes that year. This is over two full percentage points higher compared to the 28 percent national average. A significant portion of car accidents in Nevada involve intoxicated motorists, and drivers who willfully engage in negligent actions behind the wheel should be held responsible in the event of a crash. This is often only possible when you pursue a personal injury claim with the help of a qualified lawyer.
It can be hard to share the road with negligent motorists. Far too many drivers in Nevada choose to get behind the wheel after drinking one too many, while others simply speed or look at their phones on the road. Regrettably, car accidents might happen to you at any time. No one ever plans for a serious crash, but many innocent victims are injured by careless drivers on a daily basis. In Nevada and around the country, automobile accidents remain the primary cause of fatalities and severe injuries, and it is important that you have a plan in place to pursue a full recovery.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you during the difficult time following a car accident. We understand that you need someone to help level the playing field when you are trying to negotiate a fair settlement from the at-fault party. Our Las Vegas car accident lawyers are ready to get to work on your case and fight for your full and fair compensation. If you want to get started on your case, contact our law offices today at 775-227-2280.
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