Overland Park, KS (April 4, 2024) – At least one person was hurt after a car accident in the Overland Park area on Wednesday, April 3. The collision occurred at the corner of Metcalf Avenue and W. 71st Street that afternoon at around 5:14 p.m. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched in order to render the necessary medical aid.
At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel, and those requiring further support were later hospitalized to undergo additional treatment. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided at this time. The area was temporarily closed until tow trucks were able to remove the resulting wreckage and other 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
In the United States, distracted driving has become a leading factor in catastrophic auto accidents. Cell phone use runs rampant across Kansas, and when you drive at highway speeds, you can cover the length of a football field in the time it takes to send a single text. Over 3,200 people lost their lives to distracted driving in the United States in the past year, and over 700,000 more suffered severe injuries. Distracted driving can include everything from talking to a passenger or fiddling with the GPS to texting while operating a vehicle. After a serious collision, it can be challenging to seek a recovery on your own. You must be prepared to follow the required steps in order to pursue a full compensation claim.
The steps you take after a serious crash can impact the rest of your life. It is important to be able to work with a key Overland Park car crash lawyer to make sure your legal rights are protected. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is ready to fight for you. Contact our offices today at 620-524-0080.
