Reno, NV (December 4, 2023) - At least one person suffered injuries following a car crash in the Reno area on Sunday, December 3. At around 5:43 p.m., the collision was reported at the intersection of Everett Drive and Heights Drive. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel before being transferred to a local hospital for additional treatment.
The number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. No further updates have been provided. Local law enforcement officials 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.
Nevada Distracted Driving Crashes
Drivers need to have their full attention on the road at all times, but sadly, many fail to do so. Statistics show that there were 3,100 people killed by distracted drivers nationwide in 2019, with more than 424,000 being injured. Statistics show that one out of five of these deaths were not inside vehicles and were pedestrians, cyclists or otherwise outside a car. You can travel the length of a football field in the time it takes to send a single text while traveling at highway speeds.
It is important that you make sure your legal rights are secured in the event of a serious collision. Your ability to make a complete recovery can be on the line. A reckless driver can cause a crash and change your life in a matter of seconds, and your entire way of life can be turned upside down. No one is really prepared to deal with the significant damages that can result from a serious collision. You need to make sure that you are taking the necessary steps to protect your rights and ensure that the people responsible are held accountable for their actions.
It can be very difficult to pursue a claim for compensation on your own. You will need someone on your side with years of experience fighting for full and fair compensation. A skilled attorney will be able to handle your case and take over negotiations with the insurance provider. This will allow you to completely focus on your health and well-being during this difficult time.
You need to know that you are not alone in the aftermath of a car crash. The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you during this trying time to ensure you can achieve a full recovery. We believe that crash victims should not be held financially liable for the damages resulting from a crash when they are not at fault. If you have questions about your legal rights, our Reno car crash lawyers are here to help. Give us a call today at 775-227-2280 to get started on your claim.