Reno, NV (November 24, 2023) - A serious car accident in the Reno area on Thursday, November 23, required support from local emergency responders. At around 5:54 p.m., the crash was first reported at the 355 block of Kirman Avenue. At least one person involved sustained injuries in the collision. The crash victims were provided aid by attending paramedics before being transferred to nearby hospitals for further treatment.
At this time, the number and severity of the related damages have not been determined. The roadway was closed for several hours while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the site of any resulting debris and reopen the road. No additional information has been made public at this time. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Crashes in Nevada
Speeding can be incredibly dangerous on the road, and it is commonly involved in catastrophic and fatal collisions. According to data from the National Safety Council (NSC), speeding kills an estimated 30 people every single day in the United States, and there were 11,258 roadway deaths nationwide in 2022 caused by speeding motorists. These collisions made up almost 29 percent of deadly collisions nationwide that year.
A serious collision can happen at almost any time. Most of the time, another driver's careless behavior is at play. If you are unjustly injured in an automobile accident, you must be ready to make a compelling case for the compensation you are entitled to. Although being injured by a careless driver is something no one ever plans for, you should make sure you have a plan in place in case it does. You must be prepared to fight for the full and just worth of your claim because it may mean losing your entire way of life.
After a car accident, an attorney can assist you in a variety of ways. They can assist you in looking into your accident and figuring out how much your claim is worth. This can make sure that the full amount of your injuries and other damages are covered and that you do not accept a bad settlement offer.
After a catastrophic vehicle accident, you should not be left on your own. A Reno personal injury attorney is necessary to defend your legal rights and ensure that you can put together a compelling case to justify your settlement. We want to make sure you can heal fully even though we recognize that you are going through a trying moment. During a free consultation, our attorneys can address any concerns you may have regarding your eligibility to file a personal injury lawsuit. Call 775-227-2280 to reach the law offices of Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. right now. We are ready and willing to get to work on your case and help you when you need it most.