Reno, NV (February 20, 2024) - On Monday, February 19, there were reported injuries in the aftermath of a car crash in the Reno area. The accident took place at the corner of NV-431 and Joy Lake Road early that morning at around 8:37 a.m. All lanes were closed as a result of the accident.
Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. Those requiring additional treatment were transported to local hospitals for additional treatment. The number and severity of the related injuries have not been determined.
The area was later reopened after tow trucks were able to remove the resulting debris. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation, and more updates will be released as the investigation continues.
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 is common on Nevada roads, and drivers in the state are known to exceed the speed limit on a daily basis. Speeding can be incredibly dangerous and is known to play a key role in serious collisions, contributing to nearly one-third of reported traffic fatalities nationwide in the past 20 years. In a recent year, an estimated 33 people were killed daily by speeding drivers in the United States, with more than 12,000 people dying in high-speed collisions that year. It is important that you are able to protect your legal rights after a serious crash by pursuing a personal injury claim with the help of a trained attorney.
There is little you can do to stop a careless driver from hitting you on the open road. Even the safest drivers can still be involved in a collision, and it is important that you are able to pursue a strong claim for compensation in order to maximize your recovery. You need to do everything in your power to make sure you can get the full and fair compensation you are owed after a life-changing auto accident. If you are not able to successfully pursue a case, you can be left with mounting debt and other expenses that you are not equipped to handle. A trained lawyer can help you construct a strong case in order to protect your legal rights during this difficult time.
You need to know that you are not alone after a serious car crash in Nevada. The legal staff at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to make sure you get just compensation to cover the full extent of your damages. Our team of Reno car crash attorneys is ready to defend your legal rights during this difficult time, and we can assist you at every stage of the claims process. Give us a call at 775-227-2280 to start working with an experienced personal injury lawyer on your case. We can answer any questions you may have during a free consultation with a trained attorney.