Reno, NV (January 1, 2024) - On Monday, January 1, a major auto accident in the Reno area required support from local emergency units. The accident occurred at around 5:43 a.m. at the corner of E. 2nd Street and Interstate 580 SB. The injured parties were treated at the scene by responding paramedics before being transferred to local hospitals for further support.
The roadway was closed for several hours while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting wreckage and reopen the area to outside traffic. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Crashes in Nevada
Speeding is a dangerous habit that is common in Nevada. Tens of thousands of people lose their lives in speeding-related accidents each year. Nearly 26 percent of road fatalities nationwide are attributed to speeding drivers, with a reported 25 deaths taking place every day. Speeding increases the power of an impact, reduces your control over your vehicle, and increases the distance needed to come to a full stop. These consequences significantly raise your chance of experiencing severe injuries in an accident.
Your life can be changed forever if you sustain serious injuries in an automobile accident. You might have to deal with serious injuries and other losses that you are not prepared for, and there is often a lot on the line. It can be difficult to pursue a claim on your own, and handling major injuries on top of a challenging legal process is never easy. The only way to get the best outcome for your case is to work with a skilled personal injury lawyer who has handled injury cases before.
You do not want to leave your claim up to chance or in the hands of a large insurance company. This is a sensitive time, and you do not want to expose yourself to the insurance company while you are trying to recover. In the trying days after a vehicle accident, you will need an experienced lawyer who is ready to take your case and handle negotiations with the insurance company. We are here to fight for you and have years of experience helping clients pursue successful claims.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is ready to help you at every stage if you or a loved one is hurt in a devastating crash. Our track record speaks for itself—our legal team has successfully helped Nevada crash victims with their personal injury cases. Our Reno personal injury lawyers are here to help you navigate the complicated legal process. Call our offices at 775-227-2280 to discuss your case with an attorney with experience and to get started on your case today. We can answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation.