Reno, NV (April 5, 2024) - On Thursday, April 4, at least one person sustained injuries in the aftermath of a car crash in the Reno area. That night around 9:56 p.m., the accident was first reported at the intersection of Keystone Avenue and Interstate 80 EB. The injured parties were provided aid at the scene by attending medical personnel.
Ambulances were available to transport the involved parties to nearby hospitals for further treatment. At this time, the circumstances leading to the crash have not been determined. The severity and number of the resulting injuries were not reported by local sources. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. The site was later reopened after tow trucks were able to remove the resulting debris. Local law enforcement officials are in charge of the ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Accidents in Nevada
In Nevada, driving while distracted is a major problem. This careless conduct has become one of the primary reasons for severe collisions nationwide. Men between the ages of 26 and 30 are the most common victims of distracted driving accidents in the state, with an estimated 52 percent of these collisions occurring on city streets. The state's highest rate of distracted driving collisions occurs in Clark County. Drivers who are distracted while operating a vehicle will take their eyes off the road around 10 percent of the time. Your case will be handled by an experienced attorney who will fight for your complete recovery and defend your legal rights.
It is usually a good idea to get legal advice after a serious car accident. In many cases, having an attorney on your side will strengthen your claim and help your cause. Your lawyer can help with the accident investigation and even assign a monetary value to your claim. Knowing the value of your case will help you prepare to take on the insurance company and make you less inclined to accept a lowball settlement offer. Ultimately, you want to make every effort to improve your case in order to maximize the value of your personal injury lawsuit.
You need to make sure your legal rights are secured if you plan to pursue a claim for compensation. A Reno personal injury attorney can fight to defend your legal rights and ensure that you can put together a compelling case to justify your full and fair compensation. Our lawyers have a proven track record helping crash victims from all over Nevada, and we are ready to get to work on your case. Our attorneys can address any questions you may have about your personal injury lawsuit during a free consultation. Call our offices today at 775-227-2280 to contact a lawyer at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. We will diligently fight to protect your legal rights at every stage of your case.