Reno, NV (December 6, 2023) - At least one person sustained injuries following a traffic accident in the Reno area on Wednesday morning, December 6. At around 12:28 a.m., the collision occurred at the corner of Airway Drive and Neil Road. The crash victims were treated by attending medical personnel before being transferred to nearby hospitals for additional treatment.
At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been provided. Authorities advised nearby drivers to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant traffic delays. No additional information has been provided at this time. 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.
Distracted Driving Crashes in Nevada
When driving, everyone needs to keep their eyes on the road. Although this might seem obvious, a lot of drivers sadly fail to do so. Across the nation, distracted driving is fast taking the lead in catastrophic collisions. A total of 3,100 people lost their lives and 424,000 more suffered injuries in crashes brought on by distracted drivers in 2019 alone. Nearly one in five of these fatalities involved a victim outside of a motor vehicle.
Car accidents are a very real possibility for many Nevadans, and the road can be an extremely dangerous place. Due to the common injuries sustained in collisions, you may find yourself in a challenging situation and unsure of what steps to take to obtain the compensation you are entitled to, which would enable you to make a full recovery. After a catastrophic car accident, it is critical that you work with an experienced attorney who is prepared to guide you through the challenging legal system and help you fully recover.
It is not advisable for you to try to handle your issue alone. When pursuing a claim for compensation, there are numerous known roadblocks that may appear. You need someone on your side who is prepared to handle these problems as they arise. A successful personal injury claim will determine your chances of full recovery, and your attorney will work to maximize your compensation. You should not leave your case in the hands of a large insurance provider. You need someone on your side fighting for your best interests. This is often the only way to ensure you are able to obtain maximum compensation.
If you have just been in an automobile accident, Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. recognizes that you are going through a trying time. If a crash victim is not at fault for the collision, they should not be made to pay for the damages resulting from the collision. For this reason, you should work with a Reno auto accident attorney who has years of experience managing personal injury cases. Give us a call at 775-227-2280 to speak with an experienced attorney about your claim.