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Reno, NV (February 6, 2024) - A serious auto accident in the Reno area on Monday afternoon, February 5, required support from local paramedics. At around 12:59 p.m., the accident occurred on Interstate 80 WB near Robb Drive. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the number and severity of the related damages have not been determined.
Emergency crews were dispatched to provide aid to the injured parties. The crash victims were treated at the scene, and those requiring further treatment were transferred to local hospitals by ambulance. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided at this time.
Local authorities advised nearby drivers to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays while emergency crews were present. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local authorities are handling the ongoing accident investigation, and more updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Speeding-Related Crashes in Nevada
When you speed, your chances of being in an accident increase significantly, and the injuries you receive as a result are almost always more severe. A total of 12,330 people died on American roads in 2021 as a result of high-speed collisions, making up nearly 29 percent of total traffic deaths. This means more than 33 people were killed every single day by speeding motorists. Speeding drivers are less able to react to roadway dangers to avoid a crash, and these reckless parties should be held responsible in the event of a collision.
There is so much on the line after a serious crash. Injured parties have the right to sue negligent drivers in order to recover lost compensation for their injuries and other damages. However, pursuing a compensation claim on your own can be extremely challenging. Most crash victims have little experience with the legal system, and it can be intimidating to try to handle a case on your own. A skilled car crash lawyer can help you at every step of the way as you work toward your recovery. Contacting a lawyer is the first step to achieving a full recovery.
A lawyer can help you after a car accident in a lot of ways. You should be aware that you are not alone after being hurt by a reckless driver, and you do not have to go up against a large insurer on your own. The legal staff at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to assist you at every stage of the claims process. Our Reno car crash lawyers can help you through this difficult time. Give us a call at 775-227-2280 to discuss your case with a caring attorney and get started on your case today. We can answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation, and our attorneys will be there to diligently fight for your legal rights at every step of your case.