Reno, NV (December 22, 2023) - A car crash with injuries was reported in the Reno area late on Thursday night, December 21. The accident was reported at the corner of S. Virginia Street and E. Grove Street at around 6:34 p.m. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt, and emergency crews were dispatched to render the necessary medical aid.
Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for additional support. At this time, no updates on the conditions of the crash victims have been provided. The area was closed for several hours until tow trucks were able to clear the resulting wreckage and reopen the roadway. No further updates have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being handled by local authorities.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Accidents in Nevada
Nearly nine people in the United States lose their lives to distracted driving every day, and human error is to blame for about 90 percent of documented auto accidents. Data show that distracted driving is quickly overtaking other factors as the leading cause of car accidents in the nation. Over 3,000 fatal crashes involving distracted drivers occur each year, and in the time it takes to send a text, you can travel the length of a football field when driving at highway speeds.
You can never feel safe when driving on Nevada roadways. Even if you are the safest driver on the road, you cannot prevent an injury from being caused by another careless motorist. Car accident victims frequently suffer from serious injuries in addition to substantial property damage. These losses could include accruing medical debt, expensive auto repairs, and lost income from being unable to go back to work. It might be hard to handle your losses on your own after a serious traffic accident.
You should not attempt to handle your claim on your own. Your lack of experience will be a severe disadvantage as you will be competing against a major insurance firm that handles these kinds of claims on a daily basis. You must be certain that you have a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer on your side if you want to get the most out of your personal injury claim. This way, you can better focus on your health and recovery.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is ready to help you at every stage of your personal injury claim. We are aware of the difficult situation you find yourself in, and we are ready to fight for your legal rights. Our Reno personal injury lawyers are here to help you during this difficult time, and we can answer any questions that you may have during your claim. Give our law offices a call at 775-227-2280 to discuss your case with a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer.