We’ve posted here more than once that drinking and driving is never a good decision under any circumstances. Unfortunately, too many people still make this ill-advised choice on a regular basis despite the obvious rise in danger for both anyone who happens to be in the area of that driver and for the driver him or herself. Tragically, that notion was reinforced with another fatal Las Vegas DUI accident that occurred late last night.
According to reports, a man was being pulled over for suspected drunk driving at approximately 10 p.m. last night when he attempted to flee the officers. A dangerous high-speed chase ensued through parts of the city. During the course of the chase, the suspect struck four cars and ultimately turned the wrong way down Lamb Boulevard. Ultimately, the driver was involved in an accident at the intersection of Lamb Boulevard and and Lone Mountain Road. The man reportedly died at the scene. No word was given as to whether anyone was harmed in the vehicles that were hit.
First and foremost, we’d like to extend our sincere condolences to the man who lost his life last night. It is a truly senseless and tragic loss that could have easily been avoided. Hopefully the family of the man who was killed is able to come together to make some sort of sense out of this sudden loss.
Nevada DUI Accident Statistics
Unfortunately, the man last night will become part of the troubling statistics regarding Nevada DUI accident statistics. Every year, between 150 and 200 people are killed in Nevada DUI accidents, which equates to at least three and in some cases four people every week who are killed where alcohol or some other form of intoxicant is a factor.
Las Vegas DUI Accident Lawyers
In addition, while the man who lost his life would likely not have a viable cause of action against anyone, if someone was injured in the vehicles that were hit or had their vehicles totaled, there could be liability to explore. Regardless, anyone who has been harmed by a drunk driver needs the immediate help of a Las Vegas DUI accident lawyer who understands how to successfully fight for the rights of those injured. Contact Jack Bernstein & Associates today to schedule a free initial consultation if this has happened to you or to someone you love.
The Jack Bernstein & Associates Las Vegas DUI accident law firm is not currently representing anyone mentioned in this article at the time it was posted. If you were involved in this incident or a similar incident and have questions as to your legal rights and options, call us or another well recognized and respected personal injury law firm. Please do not rely or act solely upon the information provided in this article. Please consider getting a consultation immediately. The best personal injury law firms will always provide a free consultation. Jack Bernstein & Associates will provide a free, confidential consultation to the persons who were not at fault named in this article. The free consultation offer extends to family members as well.
Thu, May 20, 2010
Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Victims of Drunk Drivers