Reno, NV (February 20, 2024) - Early on Monday morning, February 19, an officer with the University of Nevada Police Department was hurt after a two-vehicle accident in the Reno area. The crash took place at the corner of N. Virginia Stree and 8th Street at around 12:30 a.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties.
The unidentified officer was transported to a local hospital for treatment of sustained injuries. The officer was reportedly one of the drivers of the vehicles involved. At this time, impairment is not believed to have played a role in the accident.
The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No updates on the conditions of the injured officer have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be provided as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Crashes in Nevada
Nevada roads can be incredibly dangerous, and serious crashes happen every day across the state. Someone is killed in a car accident in the United States almost every 16 minutes. Even a minor crash can impact the rest of your life. Up to 40,000 people are killed each year in auto accidents nationwide, and millions more suffer permanent injuries. Your very way of life can be on the line after a serious collision, and it is important that you are able to protect your legal rights by working closely with a trained car crash lawyer in Nevada.
Driving a car is a way of life for most Nevadans, and what the state lacks in population, it makes up for a high rate of vehicle collisions. Statistics show that the majority of car crashes invovle some form of driver error. It is common for victims to sustain life-changing injuries and costly damages that they are not prepared to handle. Accident victims are often overwhelmed and not ready to handle these financial losses. You are at risk of being dragged down by mounting debt if you are not able to pursue a claim for compensation with the help of a trained attorney. You need to do everything in your power to make sure your recovery is secured during this difficult time.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you after a life-changing car crash. We are ready to defend your legal rights at every stage of your case. Our legal team understands how difficult the aftermath of a crash can be, and we can answer any questions that you may have as you pursue a full recovery during a free consultation. Contact our Reno car crash attorneys today to get started on your case. Call us today at 775-227-2280 to speak with a knowledgeable attorney about your situation today and get started on your claim for compensation.