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Reno, NV (January 26, 2024) - On Friday, January 26, there were reported injuries following a car crash in the Reno area. The accident took place early that morning at around 1:04 a.m. at the crossing of S. Sierra Street and California Avenue. At least one person involved in the collision reportedly sustained injuries.
Emergency crews were quickly dispatched in order to render aid to the involved parties. Those requiring further treatment were later transferred to nearby hospitals by ambulance. At this time, no updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided.
The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. Tow trucks were later sent to remove the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Accidents in Nevada
Driving a car is one of the most dangerous things we do nearly every day, and statistics show that the number of serious collisions is on the rise across the state. In Nevada, the number of deadly traffic accidents and large-scale collisions has climbed dramatically in the past ten years. According to data from the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety (NOTS), there were 285 fatal crashes in the state last year, resulting in 304 fatalities in total. Over a thousand persons suffered injuries in car crashes that year.
It only takes a few seconds for a car crash to leave you with life-changing injuries. You need to make sure you are capable of taking the required legal action to protect yourself. This typically involves having a conversation with a knowledgeable attorney who has spent years managing personal injury claims. A lot of accident victims attempt to handle their own personal injury lawsuits. However, many potential obstacles could arise throughout your claim, so you need someone with the right experience and knowledge to help you obtain a successful outcome for your case.
The insurance company will contact you after the accident to get information about what happened, but you should use caution when speaking with the adjuster. The insurance provider will use every tactic at its disposal to reduce or deny your claim altogether. Instead of dealing with the insurance company directly, you should make sure you have a lawyer who can manage these conversations as well as those in the future as your claim progresses.
You need someone to look out for your interests after a serious collision. The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. can provide you with the guidance and support you require to have a successful personal injury claim. Our Reno personal injury lawyers have years of experience, are educated on the law, and can help you with the complicated claims process. Please call 775-227-2280 to speak with one of our trained attorneys today. We will diligently protect your legal rights every step of the way.