Reno, NV (March 7, 2024) - A serious car accident in the Reno area on Wednesday, March 6, required support from local paramedics. The collision took place that evening at around 8:26 p.m. at the corner of Vassar Street and Holcomb Avenue. There were confirmed injuries, and emergency crews were dispatched to provide the much-needed medical aid.
At this time, the circumstances leading to the crash have not yet been determined. The crash victims requiring additional treatment were later hospitalized by ambulance. The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not yet been confirmed.
The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the scene and reopen the road to outside traffic. No additional information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash 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
All drivers have a duty to keep their focus on the road and prevent serious car accidents. Unfortunately, a lot of drivers engage in distracted behaviors behind the wheel. Distracted driving is on the rise across the country, and it is a significant contributor to serious crashes in the state of Nevada. Distracted driving is the cause of 3.1 percent of fatal collisions in Las Vegas, according to figures from the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT). The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that more than 3,000 people are killed each year by inattentive motorists.
You might be entitled to compensation if you are hurt in a serious accident because of someone else's carelessness. In Nevada, individuals who are involved in an accident and sustain severe injuries are eligible to file a personal injury claim. You should always work closely with a qualified attorney to maximize your recovery. We are here to help you with your claim and pursue the maximum recovery possible in your case. You do not want to be vulnerable during this time. Large insurance companies will try to cheat you out of your fair compensation if you are not represented by a skilled lawyer. There is too much on the line to leave your recovery to chance.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you pursue a personal injury claim following a devastating automobile accident. Crash victims should not be held responsible for the actions of a reckless driver. 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 when you are prepared to begin working with an experienced attorney on your case. We want to make sure you can obtain the best possible outcome in your case. We will diligently fight for your legal rights at every stage of your recovery.