Lincoln, NE (May 7, 2020) – At approximately 6:10 p.m., on May 5, the Lincoln Police Department responded to the scene of an auto accident on North Cotner Boulevard.
Police reports show that 41-year-old James P Duffy was traveling down the roadway in a 1998 Ford Ranger pickup truck when his vehicle collided with a 2000 Ford F-150, which was driven by 54-year-old David Spale.
A front-seat passenger inside the Ford Ranger, who was identified as 49-year-old Kristina L Dewey was injured in the collision. Dewey was transported via EMS to Bryan LGH Medical Center West to receive medical treatment for injuries to her head.
At this time, the Lincoln Police Department is investigating.
Our thoughts are with Ms. Kristina Dewey at this time.
Car Accidents in Nebraska
Around 13,500 motor vehicle accidents occur in Nebraska every year that result in injuries. Although many victims sustain bruises and other minor injuries, more than 1,200 of those harmed are hospitalized with catastrophic and life-altering injuries annually. These victims often have to spend months off of work while attending therapy to recover. When people are harmed in collisions as a result of negligent drivers, it is crucial that they contact a car accident attorney in Nebraska at their earliest convenience.
For nearly 30-years, the Nebraska personal injury attorneys at Dyer Law PC have worked diligently on behalf of victims hurt in collisions. Our team provides aggressive and competent legal representation to ensure victims get the justice and compensation they need to move on after life-changing collisions. If you have been injured in an accident, as a result of another driver’s negligence, contact our law firm in Lincoln at (402) 393-7529 to meet with our team to discuss your case.
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