For most people, a car accident is a rare event. It can be difficult to know what to do, what your rights are and how you can get the settlement you need for your injuries. That is why we offer personal attention to every client at Koch & Brim. Our Las Vegas car accident attorney has handled auto accident cases throughout our 45 years of combined experience.
Attorney William Brim discussing Car Accidents
When clients call or come to the Las Vegas personal injury lawyer offices of Koch & Brim, LLP after an automobile accident, they are looking for answers. How can I get my car fixed? How can I get medical treatment? How can I get a fair settlement from the insurance company? There are different answers for each unique situation.
Clark County, where Las Vegas resides, continues to lead the state in the most traffic fatalities each year.
Below is a breakdown of the total numbers of Fatal Motor Vehicle Crashes in the last 5 years:
Year | Crash Type | |||
1 Vehicle Crash | 2 Vehicle Crash | 2+Vehicle Crash | Total | |
2014 | 96 | 55 | 12 | 163 |
2015 | 111 | 64 | 19 | 194 |
2016 | 117 | 62 | 22 | 201 |
2017 | 112 | 63 | 20 | 195 |
2018 | 117 | 74 | 15 | 206 |
Total | 553 | 318 | 88 | 959 |
Data retrieved from Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) – NHTSA
After recording a decrease in fatal motor vehicle crashes back in 2017, the trend seemed to jump back up with a small increase to hit an all-time-high in 2018.
In the following chart you can see a breakdown of the traffic deaths in all states across the U.S.
According to the data compiled by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Nevada is ranked #34 in the total number of motor vehicle deaths in 2016. The total was 328 fatalities for the year.
If you were injured in an auto accident, contact the Las Vegas car accident lawyer team at Koch & Brim, LLP. We can answer any questions that you might have, explain your rights, and make the entire process easy. Remember: No recovery, No fee. Contact us today at either of our convenient Las Vegas locations. Call us at 702-451-3900 for a free consultation!
“They were very helpful throughout my case. Bill always called to check up and make sure I was doing okay after my accident. Always had great communication with me all throughout. Great experiences with Koch & Brim!” – Kayla