Overland Park, KS (August 30, 2024) – A serious auto accident in the area of Overland Park on Thursday, August 29, required support from local paramedics. The collision took place at the corner of W. 141st Street and Metcalf Avenue at around 5:33 p.m.. The injured parties were provided aid at the scene by attending medical personnel.
There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the extent of the resulting damages has not yet been confirmed. Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further support. The road was closed for several hours while paramedics were present, and tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting debris. No further information on the crash is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the 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.
Distracted Driving Accidents in Kansas
In Kansas, using a phone while driving is a dangerous habit that is becoming more and more common. Each year, distracted driving contributes to an increasing number of serious crashes. In the time it takes to send one text message at highway speeds, you could run the length of a football field. Over 3,200 Americans died, and almost 400,000 were seriously hurt because they were driving while busy in a single year. Driving while texting, talking on the phone, or using a GPS unit are all examples of distracted driving. Any one of these careless actions makes the chance of an accident much higher. It might be hard to get better on your own after a big accident. You can usually get the most out of your return if you work closely with a team of experienced lawyers.
You do not want to take any risks with your recovery. A competent Overland Park car accident lawyer will be able to get the most out of your case. The legal team at Bretz Injury Law is ready to fight for your full recovery. Contact us today at 620-524-0080 to get the most out of your case.
