Fatal Pedestrian Accident Marks 84th Metro Traffic Death

The community in Las Vegas is dismayed after a pedestrian was fatally struck in a hit-and-run accident late in July on West Charleston Boulevard. Details about the incident are still scarce and an intense investigation into the tragedy is currently underway. Here’s what we know so far about what happened.

At around 9:40 P.M. on July 30th, witnesses near Essex Drive saw a male pedestrian crossing the road at a marked crosswalk. As the man was going across, a dark-colored vehicle struck the man.

Emergency services were called out to the scene, but the victim later passed away while in the care of the University Medical Center.

If you have any details that could help aid authorities in this investigation, then it’s advised that you reach out to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. If you don’t feel comfortable providing your identity or details to the police, then you can always leave a completely anonymous tip on the city’s Crime Stoppers hotline. You can get in touch with them at 702-385-5555.

It Costs More Than You’d Think to Pass Away

This tragic incident is the 84th traffic-related death in Metro’s jurisdiction this year so far. Have you ever considered what would happen to your loved ones if you suddenly passed away in a similar pedestrian accident? Sadly, a victim’s surviving loved ones often deal with significant financial losses after their loved one passes.

Statistics show that the average funeral in Nevada costs anywhere from $3,120 to $12,145. On top of that, the surviving loved ones experience a loss of spousal support. If their loved one was the family’s main source of income, then the family may struggle temporarily until they can secure employment.

So, what recourse do surviving family members have after an incident like the one described above?

Surviving loved ones can seek out a wrongful death lawsuit to help cover losses in the form of lost wages, funeral costs, and more. Considering the incident was a hit-and-run, there’s a good chance that the vehicle driver would be considered negligent in handling the crash. In court, a judge would likely consider that driver legally liable for the pedestrian accident.

Wrongful death accidents don’t only arise due to traffic accidents, though. Usually, you can seek out a claim when a loved one passes away due to the negligent actions of anyone with a duty to care for them.

Do You Need Help Affording Burial Costs After a Loved One’s Accident?

Losing a loved one is extremely difficult to cope with, and the financial losses you’ll experience will only add to your distress. The good news is that a wrongful death lawsuit can help you recover from the windfall of financial losses you’ll endure after your loved one’s passing. From a loss of spousal support to the costs of the burial, the damages you can recover from a wrongful death lawsuit are worth pursuing.

Contact our firm now to discuss your situation in more detail with one of our best personal injury attorneys.