Reno, NV (August 6, 2024) – On Monday, August 5, there were reported injuries after a serious car accident in the Reno area. The accident was reported on Interstate 80 EB near Keystone Avenue that afternoon, around 3 p.m. The injured parties were provided immediate aid at the scene by attending medical personnel.
At least one person involved in the crash was hurt, but the number and severity of the related damages have not been determined. Ambulances were available to transport the crash victims to local hospitals for additional support. No updates on the conditions of the injured parties are currently available. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident 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 Crashes in Nevada
Serious motor accidents often occur as a result of distracted driving. Approximately 10 percent of the time, distracted drivers have their attention off the road to eat, text, or do other activities. Research indicates that 20 percent of documented collisions in the nation are the result of inattentive drivers, accounting for almost 27 percent of all vehicle accidents in a recent year. Across the United States, it is believed that distracted drivers kill nine people every day, contributing to nearly 3,000 deaths per year. You may be able to pursue a full recovery after a life-changing crash by working closely with a competent legal team to pursue a personal injury claim.
One careless person's actions are all it takes to cause a collision that might change someone's life. It's critical that you take the required steps to safeguard your legal rights during this trying period. A major collision frequently puts your way of life in jeopardy, and you can be left with enormous medical expenses and other damages that you will never be able to pay for on your own if your claim is rejected. You do not want to find yourself in this difficult situation, and an accomplished lawyer can help you through it. It is not advisable for you to manage your claim on your own. It is far more difficult than you may think to prove a compensation claim, even if you believe you have a strong case. You need to provide particular evidence to support your claim that the other driver's negligence caused the collision and your injuries. An accomplished attorney will know how to put together a compelling claim to assist you in winning your case.
A knowledgeable injury lawyer can help you at every stage of the claims process. The Nevada law firm Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is prepared to assist with your recovery if you or a loved one suffers serious injuries in a car accident. Call our offices today at 775-227-2280 to speak with a compassionate attorney about your case.
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