Reno, NV (March 3, 2024) - At least one person was injured in the aftermath of a traffic accident in Reno on Sunday morning, March 3. The accident took place at around 10:58 a.m. on Interstate 80 WB near Keystone Avenue. The area was closed to outside traffic while emergency responders were present.
There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the circumstances leading to the collision have not yet been determined. The victims requiring additional treatment were later hospitalized by ambulance. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided.
The roadway was later reopened after tow trucks were able to remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. No further 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, and more updates will be provided as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Collisions in Nevada
The speed of the accident is extremely important. It can often determine if the crash will be a minor fender bender or a catastrophic collision. It is common knowledge that speeding raises the possibility of a catastrophic accident, and you put yourself and others at risk every time you exceed the speed limit. Each year in the United States, speeding is a contributing factor in tens of thousands of deaths, and statistics show that speeding has been involved in more than one-third of all roadway fatalities in the United States over the past two decades. When drivers willfully engage in reckless behaviors such as speeding behind the wheel, they should be held responsible for any resulting injuries or damages in the event of an auto accident.
It is important to have someone on your side ready to represent you following a serious car accident. You should not try to take on your case alone. Personal injury claims are often fraught with unexpected obstacles and other issues that you may not be prepared to handle without the right legal experience. A trained lawyer can help make sure your case is handled properly at every phase of your claim to make sure your legal rights are protected. You do not want to go up against a large insurance company on your own. Instead, partner with a trained lawyer to get the compensation you are owed after a life-changing auto accident.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is prepared to fight for your full compensation if you or someone close to you is hurt in a collision. Your crash could alter your entire way of life, and you must battle for the compensation you are entitled to. Our Reno personal injury attorneys are here to answer any questions you may have during a free consultation. Please contact us at 775-227-2280 to get to work on your claim with the help of a skilled car crash lawyer.