Overland Park, KS (April 19, 2024) – There were reported injuries after a car crash in the Overland Park area on Thursday, April 18. The collision was reported that afternoon around 2:04 p.m. on Interstate 435 EB near Nall Avenue. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched after being notified of a serious auto accident. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The crash victims were treated at the scene by attending paramedics before being transferred to a local hospital for further support. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting debris. 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.
Distracted Driving Accidents in Kansas
Unfortunately, distracted driving is very common in Kansas, and it can be very deadly. According to statistics, distracted drivers were to blame for 409 road deaths in the state of Kansas between 2017 and 2021. This translates to almost 81 deaths annually, or almost 1.5 fatalities every week. Statistics reveal that distracted drivers were responsible for over 22 percent of the 1,989 traffic fatalities documented in Kansas during that time. One of the most prevalent forms of driver distraction is texting and driving, which results in hundreds of fatalities annually in the United States. If you or a loved one is seriously hurt in a car accident, you may be able to pursue a claim for compensation with the help of a skilled lawyer.
The steps you take after a serious crash are important. You do not want to do anything that can potentially damage your ability to pursue a full recovery. When you work with a skilled Overland Park personal injury lawyer, you can get the full value of your case to achieve a complete recovery. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0038.
