Reno, NV (January 28, 2024) - At least one person was hurt following a traffic accident in the Reno area on Sunday morning, January 28. At around 9:12 a.m., the accident was first reported at the crossing of Kietzke Lane and Redfield Parkway. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined.
Paramedics were sent to dispatch aid to the involved parties. Ambulances were available to transport the crash victims to local hospitals for further treatment. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided at this time. The area was closed for several hours. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled by local authorities.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Nevada Distracted Driving Accidents
It should go without saying that all drivers need to focus on the road when operating a motor vehicle. While this may seem common sense, many drivers engage in distracted driving on a daily basis. Distracted driving is a major contributing factor in many fatal auto accidents across the nation. According to statistics from the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT), nearly 3.1 percent of deadly car accidents in the state involve a distracted motorist and distracted driving was a contributing factor in 3,142 fatalities in 2020, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
You run the risk of getting into an automobile accident every time you share the road with another driver. Drivers are known to engage in reckless actions behind the wheel, and even if you follow all the rules of the road, you can still be the victim of a life-changing auto accident. Handling a major collision can be difficult on your own. Your injuries can make it difficult for you to live your life and may even prevent you from returning to work. The ensuing losses may mount up rapidly, leaving you to wonder how you will pay for them out of pocket.
Should you get injuries as a result of someone else's negligence, you may be eligible for compensation. Those who are in a collision and suffer catastrophic injuries in Nevada have the right to make a personal injury claim if it is found that the other party acted negligently in some way. It is always advised that you cooperate closely with an experienced lawyer in order to get the best possible outcome for your case.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is ready to assist you in pursuing a personal injury claim following a devastating automobile accident. We have a proven track record of helping injured parties from all over Nevada pursue successful personal injury claims. You should consult a skilled Reno personal injury lawyer as soon as you can if you or a loved one is hurt in a car accident. Call us at 775-227-2280 to begin working with an experienced attorney on your case