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Reno, NV (January 7, 2024) - On Sunday morning, January 7, at least one person sustained injuries following a traffic accident in the Reno area. The crash took place at around 9:48 a.m. on US-395 NB near Lemmon Drive. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the number and extent of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed.
Emergency responders were dispatched to render aid to the involved parties, and those requiring additional treatment were later transferred to local hospitals for further treatment. The roadway was closed for several hours until tow trucks were able to remove the resulting wreckage and reopen the area to outside traffic. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crime is in the hands of local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Accidents in Nevada
Every day, distracted driving claims the lives of over nine people across the United States, and roughly 90 percent of recorded car crashes are the result of human error. Statistics show that driving while distracted is becoming one of the leading factors in serious crashes nationwide. Every year, distracted drivers are involved in over 3,000 fatal collisions. You can travel the length of a football field in the time it takes to send a text on the highway.
Very few people ever plan to be involved in a serious car accident. Unfortunately, for a large number of Nevadans, this is their reality. You may not be prepared for a catastrophic auto accident, but if you want to pursue compensation for your losses, you need to have a plan in place. Your entire way of life could be in danger if your claim is unsuccessful. You need to be certain that your legal rights are protected because the majority of individuals cannot afford to cover the kinds of damages that often result from a car crash. A trained attorney can help you pursue a strong claim in defense of your full and fair compensation.
You should not try to handle your personal injury claim on your own. There is too much at stake. You need to make sure you have an experienced personal injury attorney on your side from the very beginning of your case. It could be challenging to successfully make a claim on your own. Your lawyer can assist you in collecting evidence and constructing a compelling case in defense of full compensation.
You are likely going through a difficult time following an auto accident. We are here to support you during this trying time. Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P.'s legal team is prepared to support you in your pursuit of a personal injury claim against the party that caused the accident. Our Reno automobile accident attorneys can provide you with the necessary legal counsel so you can make well-informed decisions about your future recovery. Contact our offices at 775-227-2280 to start working on your case with a trained attorney.