Sparks, NV – Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle on Howard Dr

Sparks, NV (July 8, 2021) – Emergency crews were requested on-site at a crash in the Sparks area that ended in injuries. At around 4:16 p.m., on July 3, the Sparks Police Department was notified that a crash took place on Howard Drive.

Reports from local authorities show that a female pedestrian was crossing the roadway in the 400 block of Howard Drive when she was struck by a southbound vehicle. The woman sustained injuries in the accident. EMS tended to the woman on-site before transporting her to a local hospital for further care. At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

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

Pedestrian Accidents in Nevada

According to statistics, one person is injured in a pedestrian accident every eight minutes in the United States. As a pedestrian, you usually have the right of way when it comes to crossing roadways. However, we continue to see a significant number of people harmed in accidents due to negligent and reckless drivers. Given the fact that pedestrians are completely vulnerable in collisions, they are often left with severe injuries that negatively impact their lives.

When it comes to getting justice following a pedestrian accident, it is crucial to prove that the motorist was liable for your injuries and damages. To do so, a victim must prove that the motorist was operating the vehicle in a negligent and unsafe manner. Some of the most common causes of pedestrian accidents in Nevada include:

• Drivers backing out of parking spaces without looking
• Drivers failing to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in crosswalks
• Speeding while traveling in residential areas
• Turning right on red lights

In order to recover compensation following a pedestrian accident, a victim will need to prove that the defendant caused their injuries and damages. Working with a skilled pedestrian accident attorney in Nevada can help to ensure you are in the best position possible to hold negligent parties accountable for their actions.

Nevada personal injury attorneys at Burg Simpson are committed to helping clients recover the maximum amount of compensation available to them following their accidents. Our keen attention to detail allows us to thoroughly evaluate each accident, gather ample evidence in support of a claim, and fight aggressively to ensure our clients are able to maximize their recoveries. If you have been injured in an accident, due to another person’s negligence, do not wait to protect your legal rights. For the aggressive and compassionate legal representation that you need throughout your legal claim process, do not hesitate to reach out to our injury accident attorneys in Nevada at your earliest convenience. Our team has over four decades of experience fighting to protect the legal rights of victims throughout Nevada who have been injured in motor vehicle accidents due to the negligence of others. Contact our law firm today by calling 800-370-3970 or 702-553-1648 to schedule a free case evaluation at your earliest convenience to see how we can help you.

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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.