Reno, NV (April 12, 2024) - On Thursday, April 11, a serious auto accident in the Reno area required support from local paramedics. The incident took place at the crossing of Washington Street and W. 12th Street that night around 6:18 p.m. The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present.
At least one person involved in the crash was hurt, but the extent of the related damages has not been determined. The injured parties were treated at the scene before being transferred to a local hospital for additional treatment. No additional information is currently available. No further updates have been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials. More information will be supplied as it becomes available.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Crashes in Nevada
In the case of an accident, speed is crucial. It can even affect how severity of any resulting injuries. In 2021, over 29 percent of road fatalities in the United States were caused by high-speed collisions. A total of 12,330 people, or almost 33 every day, lost their lives as a result of speeding drivers in that year. A driver who chooses to go over the speed limit should be held responsible for all injuries and property damage in the event of an accident, and this is often only possible when you pursue a personal injury claim.
Driving is one of the most dangerous things we do almost every day, and anyone traveling on Nevada roads faces the nearly constant risk of being injured in an unexpected collision. These crashes frequently result in injuries, and if a negligent driver hurts you or someone you love, you may find yourself in a difficult situation where you have to deal with mounting expenses including medical bills and other losses. The insurer will try to say whatever it can to get you to accept a settlement that is not enough to cover the full extent of your damages. You need to know the full value of your case to protect your full entitlement to compensation.
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