Reno, NV (February 17, 2024) - On Saturday, February 17, there were confirmed injuries following a vehicle collision in the Reno area. The accident occurred at the crossing of N. McCarran Boulevard and US-395 NB early that morning at around 8:06 a.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to render aid to the involved parties.
At least one person involved in the crash was hurt, but the number and severity of the related damages have not been determined. The injured parties were treated by attending paramedics before being transferred to a local hospital by ambulance for further support. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews worked to clear the scene.
Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting wreckage and other debris and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by 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
A serious car crash can occur at almost any time, and vehicle collisions continue to be the leading cause of death and serious injuries across the country. People are killed in car crashes almost every day in Nevada, and statistics show that 2022 was one of the deadliest years for the state’s roads in recent memory. That were 382 people killed in over 352 deadly crashes in Nevada that year, according to data from the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT). Clark County was the site of nearly 4 percent of deadly collisions across the state that year. You need to partner with a trained lawyer in order to pursue a strong claim for compensation if you or someone close to you is injured by a reckless driver.
The risk of a crash is present any time you are on the road, and there is little you can do to prevent a reckless driver from crashing into you and leaving you with life-changing injuries. It is common for crash victims to be alone and confused after a life-changing auto accident. The steps you take after a crash can have an impact on the rest of your life, and it is important that you are ready to pursue compensation with the help of a trained lawyer.
You need to know that you are not alone after a serious collision. The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help with your recovery. Our Reno auto accident lawyers are ready to get to work on your case and protect your legal rights. Give our legal staff a call at 775-227-2280 to discuss your case with a sympathetic lawyer and find out what is the best path forward to maximize your recovery. We are here to diligently fight for your legal rights to ensure that you can get the best possible outcome for your case.