Reno, NV (December 10, 2023) - On Saturday night, December 9, one person was hurt after a rollover accident in the Reno area. The accident was reported at the corner of Robb Drive and Avenida de Landa late that night at around 8 p.m. Two people were traveling inside a motor vehicle when it overturned on the roadway. One of the occupants was transported to a local hospital for treatment, while the other was not hospitalized.
At this time, no updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. The area was temporarily closed off as emergency responders were present. No additional information has been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in the hands of local authorities.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Rollover Accidents in Nevada
Top-heavy vehicles like sport-utility vehicles and pickup trucks are more likely to overturn in a crash, and rollovers are involved in nearly 2 percent of collisions across the country each year. However, they were a factor in nearly 10 percent of deadly crashes nationwide. Almost 30 percent of those killed in a crash were unrestrained at the time of the impact. Thousands are killed in these crashes each year, and it is important that you are ready to act if you or someone close to you is involved in a rollover crash.
There is only so much that can be done in order to prevent a car accident from taking place. In some cases, roadway conditions can make a crash more possible, or maybe another driver did not see you and crashed into you on the road. You need to be sure that you are able to get the maximum recovery in your situation and condition. Your ability to pursue a successful personal injury claim will often determine the rest of your life. You should never leave your recovery to chance. You need to partner with a skilled lawyer with years of experience handling car injury cases.
You need to be able to protect your legal rights after a car crash. Many people are unfairly injured by reckless drivers each and every day in Nevada, and the steps you take immediately after the incident are important in constructing your claim. A trained lawyer will know what information and evidence to obtain to back up your case and get you the full value of your compensation.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you during this difficult time. We understand that you are going through a whirlwind of emotions, and we are here to help when you need it most. Our team of Reno car crash lawyers is here to answer your questions and help you navigate the legal process. We are sure you will be able to get the full value of your claim. Give us a call today at 775-227-2280.