Reno, NV (December 12, 2023) - On Monday, December 11, at least one person sustained injuries following a traffic accident in the Reno area. The crash was reported that afternoon at around 2:43 p.m. at the corner of S. Arlington Avenue and Mt. Rose Street. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the severity and number of the related damages have not yet been confirmed.
The injured parties were treated by attending medical personnel before being transferred to a local hospital for additional treatment. The roadway was temporarily closed until tow trucks were able to remove the resulting wreckage. No further updates have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Nevada Distracted Driving Crashes
Distracted driving is a quickly growing cause of car accidents across the country. Statistics show that nearly 4 percent of crashes in Nevada involve a distracted motorist. More than 3,000 people are killed annually by driver distraction in the United States. Cellphone use is probably one of the most common instances of distraction behind the wheel, but it can also include things as innocent as having a conversation with a passenger or messing with your GPS.
After getting hurt by a careless driver, you need to be certain that you can defend your rights. A catastrophic accident can happen virtually anywhere at any time, so you need to be sure you can seek full and just compensation for your losses, including medical expenses. With so much at stake, it can be challenging to secure full compensation on your own without an experienced attorney's assistance. Following a collision, some actions must be followed to secure full and just compensation. You must be prepared to lay the best possible foundation for your claim to maximize your recovery.
If a careless driver causes you to be injured, you should not be held accountable for any resulting damages. A skilled attorney will be able to obtain for you the greatest possible compensation given your circumstances and will be familiar with the nuances of the legal system. Your claim will be taken care of by your attorney, allowing you to fully concentrate on your health and well-being. This is often the only way to ensure you can achieve a full recovery after being hurt by a reckless motorist.
Your recovery should never be left to chance or managed by a big insurance provider. You need to make sure you receive the most money possible to compensate for all of your losses. At every stage, the legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. will be available to assist you during your claim. Our Reno personal injury attorneys will guide you through the claims procedure to make sure that every compensation opportunity is explored. Please contact us at 775-227-2280 to get started.