Reno, NV (March 13, 2024) - On Wednesday, March 13, at least one person was hurt in the aftermath of a car wreck in the Reno area. The collision was reported that morning at around 12:51 a.m. at the crossing of Plumas Street and W. Taylor Street. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched in order to render aid to the involved parties.
Ambulances were available to transport the crash victims to nearby hospitals for further treatment. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. At this time, no updates on the conditions of the injured parties have been provided. No further information on the crash is currently available. Local authorities are handling the ongoing crash investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Crashes in Nevada
Distracted driving has quickly become one of the leading causes of serious crashes in catastrophic collisions across the nation. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 324,000 collisions were caused by distracted driving in a recent year. Approximately 7 percent of fatalities caused by distracted driving involve people from the ages of 15 to 20 years old. Every year, distracted drivers kill over 3,000 people. If you or a loved one is injured in a major accident, you must be prepared to defend your legal rights by partnering with a trained car crash attorney.
After a careless driver leaves you with serious injuries, you should not attempt to manage your claim by yourself. It can be difficult to pursue a personal injury claim on your own, and you might not be able to handle obstacles and problems as they arise during your case. This is why you need to partner with a knowledgeable attorney who is ready to guide you through the challenging legal system. A trained lawyer will be able to help you go up against a large insurance company to make sure your legal rights are upheld at every stage of your recovery. This is always in your best interest, and it will be able to make sure you can get the best possible outcome for your case.
The attorneys at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. understand that you are going through a difficult time following a life-changing vehicle collision. Let us handle the negotiations with the insurer so you can concentrate on your health and well-being during this difficult time. You need to take back control of your life by pursuing a claim for compensation. Our team of Reno personal injury attorneys is here to answer any questions you may have during a free consultation. Give us a call at 775-227-2280 to start working with an experienced lawyer on your case. When you work with our skilled legal team, you will know your case is in good hands.