Reno, NV (February 13, 2024) - A serious auto accident in the Reno area on Monday, February 12, required support from local paramedics. The crash took place at the intersection of Locust Street and Stewart Street that afternoon at around 12:09 p.m. At least one person involved in the collision was hurt.
Emergency responders were dispatched to render aid to the involved parties. Those requiring further treatment were later hospitalized by ambulance. The severity and number of the related damages have not been confirmed.
The roadway was closed for several hours while emergency responders were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in the hands of local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Collisions in Nevada
Speeding drivers are common on Nevada roads, and drivers across the state are known to engage in this reckless behavior almost every day. Tens of thousands of people are killed in car crashes across the country each year. Statistics show that nearly 26 percent of traffic fatalities involved a speeding motorist. When you speed, the force of impact will be much more powerful in the event of a crash, and the distance needed to come to a full stop will be increased dramatically. If a reckless driver chooses to speed and causes a serious car accident, they should be held responsible for any resulting damages.
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You have a right to pursue lost compensation if you or someone close to you is hurt by the actions of a reckless driver. It is wrong to make an innocent victim pay for the actions of a reckless driver. The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you pursue compensation. Our Reno car crash lawyers have a proven track record helping injured parties from all over Nevada pursue successful compensation claims. If you are ready to get started on your case, we are just a phone call away. Give us a call today at 775-227-2280 to discuss your case with a trained lawyer.