Reno, NV (April 29, 2024) - At least one person was hurt in the aftermath of a car crash in the Reno area on Sunday, April 28. Late that evening around 7:44 p.m. that morning, the collision took place on Interstate 80 WB near Keystone Avenue. Emergency crews were dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties.
The injured parties were treated by attending medical personnel before being transferred by ambulance to a local hospital. The severity and number of the related injuries have not been confirmed. The roadway was closed for several hours as emergency units worked to clear the scene. At this time, no updates on the conditions of the crash victims have been provided. No further information is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Collisions in Nevada
You put yourself and others at serious risk any time you exceed the speed limit. One of the main factors affecting overall road safety is speed. Although speed limits are in place to reduce the likelihood of collisions, too many Nevadans still continue to speed every day. In 2021, 12,330 people lost their lives in high-speed collisions across the United States, making up about 29 percent of all traffic fatalities. This means that speeding drivers claimed the lives of about 33 persons every day that year. If a speeding driver causes a car accident, they should be held accountable for any injuries and property damage. This means pursuing a personal injury claim with the help of an accomplished lawyer.
For most Nevadans, driving is an essential component of life, and you will likely share the road with irresponsible drivers from time to time. Make sure you have a strategy in place to seek just and complete compensation in the event that you sustain injuries in an automobile accident. After an accident, your entire way of life is at stake, so you must take every precaution to ensure that your case is handled properly from the beginning to the end. If you do not have an experienced legal team on your side, an enormous insurance company will have the opportunity to take advantage of you. Working with an experienced legal team is the first step towards maximizing your compensation.
Your recovery is too important to leave to chance or in the hands of a large insurer. Our Reno personal injury attorneys are prepared to assist you as you navigate the challenging legal system after a serious car crash. Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. has a track record of successfully assisting victims in pursuing personal injury claims. We understand the challenging circumstances you are facing and are here to support you during this difficult time. Give us a call at 775-227-2280 to begin working on your case with a respected Nevada law firm. When you work with our skilled legal team, you will know that your case is in good hands.
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