Reno, NV (December 1, 2023) - A serious collision in the Reno area on Thursday, November 30, required support from local paramedics. The accident took place at the corner of E. 2nd Street and Three Nations Plaza at around 3:47 p.m. At least one person was hurt following the crash, and the injured parties were later transferred to local hospitals after being treated by attending medical personnel.
At this time, the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The roadway was closed to outside traffic while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to reopen the road after removing the resulting debris. No additional information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing crash investigation is in the hands of local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Collisions in Nevada
When you drive too fast, you endanger not just other drivers but also yourself. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there was an approximately 8 percent increase in speeding-related fatalities between 2020 and 2021. A total of 12,330 people died in high-speed collisions across the nation in 2021. making up nearly 29 percent of all traffic fatalities that year.
One can only take so many steps to prevent a disastrous car crash. When a motorist is distracted by something like checking their phone or talking to another passenger, they are more likely to cause a major collision. Unfortunately, many drivers in Nevada are known to engage in reckless actions while behind the wheel. You can never be completely safe while traveling on the state's roadways. You need to be ready to protect your rights if you or someone close to you is hurt in a collision.
There is a chance that you do not know what has to be done in order to file a claim following an injury, and that is why it is important that you consult with a lawyer who has years of experience with cases similar to yours in order to ensure that you can recover completely. You should not leave your recovery to chance. Make sure everything is completed in order to maximize your compensation and start your claim as soon as you can.
You need to understand that you are not alone after a car accident that alters your life. You can seek fair compensation and navigate the difficult claims process with the help of a Reno personal injury lawyer. The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you through this difficult time and make sure the guilty party is held accountable. If you are prepared to start working on your case, we can help you at every turn. Please give us a call today at 775-227-2280. We will not stop until you are able to achieve a complete recovery after being unfairly hurt by a reckless motorist.