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Six People Injured in Las Vegas Bus Accident

Written by Las Vegas Accident Lawyers Friday, 11 March 2011 14:21

Anyone who spends any time in Las Vegas understands that aside from cars and pedestrians, buses and trucks are about as regular as sights get on the local roads.  While those who drive these vehicles are generally highly trained and highly skilled, that does not mean that nothing ever goes wrong, as it does.  When Las Vegas bus accidents occur, they often leave behind a wake of disaster given the number of people who tend to be riding inside these vehicles. 

Fortunately, complete disaster was avoided in a Las Vegas bus accident on Wednesday afternoon, although six people were injured and sent to the hospital after a bus collided with a truck.  According to authorities, this Las Vegas car accident occurred on the 1600 block of North Las Vegas Boulevard, between Main Street and Owens Avenue.  None of the names of those involved were released, and police do not suspect that any of the injuries suffered were life-threatening in nature.

Nevada Car Accident Statistics

First and foremost, we'd like to express our relief that no one was killed in this Las Vegas bus accident, as these situations tend to be much worse.  In addition, we hope that those who were injured are able to recover from the harm they have suffered quickly and fully.  This Las Vegas bus accident will now become part of the overall statistics regarding Nevada car accidents statewide.  Every year, thousands of people are injured and approximately 400 people are killed in these occurrences.

Las Vegas Personal Injury Lawyers

Clearly, much more information would be needed before any assignment of fault could be made and legal rights coudl be clarified.  However, when fault is assigned it could lead to the filing of Nevada personal injury lawsuits against the party or parties at fault by those who were harmed.  If these lawsuits are filed and are successful, it could lead to awards of damages that compensate the injured for their medical costs, their lost income and their pain and suffering.

If you or someone you love has been harmed in a crash, you need to seek the help of Las Vegas personal injury lawyers who have been holding those responsible for this type of harm accountable for many years.  Contact Jack Bernstein & Associates today to schedule a free initial consultation.