Reno, NV (December 21, 2023) - On Thursday, December 21, at least one person suffered injuries after a car crash in the Reno area. The accident was first reported at the corner of Sierra Highlands Drive and N. McCarran Boulevard at around 1:24 a.m. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel before being transferred to local hospitals for further treatment.
At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The vehicles involved sustained significant damage, and tow trucks were needed to clear the crash site and reopen the roadway to traffic. No further updates on the accident are currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash 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.
Car Accidents in Nevada
One of the riskiest things we do daily is operate a motor vehicle. Reno is a rapidly growing city with a large number of drivers on the road and thousands of accidents recorded annually. In Reno, there were 237,338 car accidents between 2016 and 2020. There were 100,060 crashes that resulted in injuries, and 135,789 crashes that caused property damage. In the state of Nevada, automobile accidents remain the primary cause of fatalities and serious injuries.
Most Nevadans drive on a daily basis. Unfortunately, a large number of state citizens are daily involved in catastrophic crashes as a result. No one ever plans for a car crash, but it can happen almost anytime you are driving. You need to be certain that you are capable of making intelligent decisions regarding your recovery after being hurt by a reckless motorist. This means having a skilled lawyer on hand to provide you with the legal advice required to pursue a successful compensation claim.
Several important steps need to be taken after an automobile accident in order to have a successful claim, and visiting the doctor is one of the most important. If you later decide to pursue a personal injury claim, having a physician assess your injuries could help you comprehend their severity and potentially strengthen your claim for compensation. Your attorney should know how to gather and use relevant evidence to present a strong case in defense of your full compensation.
If a reckless motorist causes a crash that leaves you with injuries, you should know that you are not alone. Our firm's Reno personal injury attorneys are prepared to help you through the challenging legal process. Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. has a track record of successfully assisting victims in pursuing personal injury claims, and we have a comprehensive understanding of the law. We are available to assist you through this trying time. Call us at 775-227-2280 to get started on your claim today. We are ready to answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation.