Reno, NV (August 28, 2024) – On Tuesday, August 27, there were reported injuries following an auto accident in the Reno area. At around 12:36 p.m., the collision took place on US-395 NB near White Lake Parkway. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to render the necessary medical aid. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The crash victims were treated at the scene before being transferred to a local hospital for further support. The crash resulted in significant road closures, and tow trucks were dispatched to clear the resulting debris in order to reopen the area to outside traffic. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash, and more updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Collisions in Nevada
Speeding is a dangerous habit that a lot of people in Nevada have. Across the United States, tens of thousands of people die every year in crashes caused by speeding. About 26 percent of road deaths in the United States are caused by drivers who are going too fast, killing nearly 25 people each day. Speeding makes the force of a crash much stronger, impairs control of your car, and increases stopping distance. All of these things could be dangerous and greatly raise the chance of a major car accident. You should work with a skilled personal injury lawyer to make sure you know how to protect your legal rights if you or someone close to you is injured by a reckless driver.
When you share the road with another car, you can never be sure that you are completely safe. You can be the best driver on the road, but a careless driver can still cause an accident that changes your life. People who are in car accidents often get hurt badly and lose a lot of money because they can't work again. As a crash victim, you may also have to deal with mounting medical bills, expensive car repairs, and missed wages due to your accident. It might be hard to deal with your losses on your own. You need to be able to work with a trained lawyer to protect your legal rights.
The Nevada law firm Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is ready to help handle your personal injury claim if you or someone close to you is seriously hurt in a car accident. We are aware of the challenging circumstances you are facing, and we are prepared to fight for your legal rights. Our Reno personal injury attorneys are available to assist you through this trying time, and we will diligently fight for your legal rights every step of the way. To speak with an experienced attorney about your case, call our law offices at 775-227-2280.
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