Las Vegas, Injuries Reported in Crash on Tropicana Ave between Pecos Rd & Sandhill Rd

Las Vegas, NV (July 28, 2021) – The Nevada Highway Patrol, firefighters, and emergency medical services responded to the scene of a crash on Tropicana Avenue that ended in injuries. At around 5:50 p.m., on July 26, calls for assistance came in regarding a crash on Tropicana Avenue.

Reports from local authorities indicate that a collision between vehicles blocked the eastbound side of Tropicana Avenue in the area between Pecos Road and Sandhill Road during the evening hours. Emergency medical services responded to the scene to render aid to victims before transporting them to area hospitals for further care. At this time, investigations to determine the cause of the crash are underway.

Our thoughts are with the victims injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.

Car Accidents in Nevada

Each year, tens of thousands of victims are hurt in motor vehicle accidents across the state of Nevada. Injuries like spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and internal organ damage can be devastating. These and other severe injuries tend to have life-altering physical and emotional consequences that often require long-term medical care, rehabilitation, and therapy. The majority of accidents across our state take place due to the negligent actions of motorists. In fact, statistics show that nearly 80% of traffic-related incidents are caused by driver error. Some of the leading causes of collisions throughout our state and include:

• drivers who are engaging in reckless driving behaviors
• drivers who are speeding
• drivers who are under the influence of drugs and alcohol
• drivers who failed to yield the right-of-way
• drivers who are distracted by cell phones and other objects

In many instances, victims are unaware of what legal options may be available to them to get justice for their injuries. Victims who are injured in accidents due to these and other acts of negligence should seek the assistance of a skilled and reputable car accident attorney in Nevada as soon as possible. In some cases, victims may be entitled to compensation to help alleviate the financial burdens they face moving forward after being harmed in a motor vehicle accident.

Our knowledgeable injury accident attorneys in Nevada will fight to ensure you are in the best position possible to move forward after being harmed. Our attorneys are committed to providing clients with individualized representation that is specifically tailored to reflect their needs and interests. Our team at Burg Simpson has over four decades of experience fighting to protect the legal rights of victims throughout Nevada who have been injured in accidents due to the negligence of others. We strive to help our clients recover full and fair compensation for lost wages, medical expenses, and a variety of other damages they face in the aftermath of their accidents.  If you have been injured in an accident, due to the negligence of another person, contact our Nevada personal injury attorneys as soon as possible to schedule a free case evaluation with our team to discuss the legal options available for you. By calling 800-370-3970 or 702-553-1648, our team can meet with you at your earliest convenience to review the circumstances surrounding your accident and help you get the justice you deserve.

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Disclaimer: At the personal injury law firm of Burg Simpson, we have made it our mission to give back to our local community members. We have dedicated our careers to changing peoples’ lives for the better by fighting for them in court to ensure that they receive fair and full compensation for their injuries and damages after suffering an injury.  We hope these posts will help bring awareness to the dangers of driving and will remind members of our communities to practice safer driving habits and take the necessary precautions to prevent being injured. This is not a solicitation for business. The information in this post should not be misconstrued as medical advice or legal advice. The photos depicted in this post are not representative of the actual accident scene.