Reno, NV (April 24, 2024) - A serious auto accident in Reno on Tuesday, April 23, required support from local medical personnel. That afternoon around 3:03 p.m., the accident was first reported at the intersection of E. Liberty Street and Sinclair Street. The injured parties were provided immediate aid by attending paramedics.
Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties, and those requiring further support were later hospitalized by ambulance. The severity and number of the related damages have not been determined. The roadway was closed for several hours as emergency units worked to clear the scene. The area was closed for several hours as a result of the crash. Tow trucks were used to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be provided as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Speeding-related Crashes in Nevada
Speeding motorists pose a real risk to others on the road. Speeding can significantly raise the danger of an accident, and it should not be shocking that high speeds are a common contributing factor in serious accidents all throughout the nation. Speeding makes it much harder to properly control your vehicle and avoid unforeseen collisions. This can be a potentially deadly combination when you take into account the greater stopping distance required when traveling at excessive speeds. According to a recent five-year research by the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety (NOTS), speeding drivers are involved in close to 32 percent of collisions in the state. If a negligent driver breaks the law and causes a serious crash, you need to be ready to protect your legal rights at any cost. This is often only possible when you pursue a strong personal injury claim. Your legal rights are too important to leave unprotected, and you need to do everything possible to maximize your recovery during this difficult time.
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