Nichols Hills, OK (August 31, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries in the aftermath of a car crash in the area of Nichols Hills on Saturday, August 31. The incident was reported early that morning around 6:52 a.m. at the crossing of West Wilshire Boulevard and North Western Avenue. Emergency crews were rapidly dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties.
The crash victims were provided aid at the scene by attending medical personnel, and those needing additional support were later transferred to local hospitals for further support. The area was closed while local authorities worked to clear the scene. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be provided as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Motor vehicle accidents and traffic deaths have been on the rise in Oklahoma over the past few years, according to recent figures. Even though fewer people died in 2022 than in 2021, the number of deaths rose by 14 percent from 2019 to 2022. During that time, the number of deaths per 100 million miles driven also went up by 15 percent.
Statistics from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reveal that Oklahoma was the 8th most dangerous state in the country for drivers in a recent year. Findings show that the state experienced 1.44 fatalities for 100 million vehicle miles traveled, with a total of 655 traffic fatalities during that time. Nearly 40.1 percent of crashes involved passenger cars. Across the United States, there are more than six million auto accidents reported on average, contributing to millions of injuries and tens of thousands of deaths. You never know if or when you will be involved in a life-changing auto accident, and it is important that you can work to protect your legal rights after a crash to protect your future.
You may not have experience handling the intricate claims process that follows after a car crash, and you need someone who is ready to fight for the full recovery you are owed during this challenging time. Our trained Nichols Hills car accident lawyer at Calvert Law Firm will be able to fight for the compensation you need to get your physical and emotional well-being back.
Contact the offices of Calvert Law Firm today at 405-848-5000 to schedule a free-of-charge appointment with our skilled legal team and start your journey toward recovery.
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