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Pedestrian Killed in Las Vegas Hit-and-Run Accident

Thursday, 16 December 2010 00:00

According to police, this fatal Las Vegas hit-and-run accident occurred on Monday morning at approximately 2:20 a.m. when a 43-year-old man was crossing Nellis Boulevard near Carey Avenue.  An unidentified motorist struck the pedestrian, and the force of impact threw him into the air for dozens of feet.  Witnesses seem to have seen the crash, and the driver fled the scene.  Police are asking anyone who may have any information regarding this Las Vegas pedestrian accident to contact them as soon as possible.

Nevada Pedestrian Accident Statistics

First and foremost, we'd like to offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the man who was killed.  His family is due to receive the type of news from police that no one should have to endure.  In addition, this fatal Las Vegas pedestrian accident will now become part of the overall statistics regarding Nevada pedestrian accidents.  Every year, approximately one person every week is killed in this type of crash somewhere in the state.  This fatality is also the 78th traffic-related death in the Metro jurisdiction so far in 2010.

Las Vegas Wrongful Death Lawyers

It seems that more often than not, the drivers in Nevada hit-and-run accidents are ultimately identified and apprehended.  If or when that occurs with this situation, the driver will face significant criminal charges.  In addition, the driver could face a Nevada wrongful death lawsuit filed by the victim's family.  If such a lawsuit is filed and is successful, it could lead to an award of damages that compensates the family for their medical, funeral and burial costs as well as their lost income and loss of companionship.

If you have lost someone you love in a Nevada hit-and-run accident, you need to seek the help of Las Vegas wrongful death lawyers who have been successfully defending the rights of families who have suffered losses for many years.  Contact Jack Bernstein & Associates today to schedule a free initial consultation.