Reno, NV (August 9, 2024) – On Thursday, August 8, there were confirmed injuries following a car accident in the Reno area. The crash was reported that evening, around 10:11 p.m., at the corner of E. 6th Street and N. Wells Avenue. At least one person involved in the collision was hurt.
The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel. Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further treatment. The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the wreckage and other resulting debris. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is being handled by 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 Accidents in Nevada
Distracted driving has emerged as one of the main factors contributing to catastrophic auto accidents nationwide, and Nevada is no exception. Driver attention was a factor in 63 fatal collisions in the state during a recent four-year study. Clark County has the highest rate of distracted driver collisions in the state, with over half of these crashes happening on city streets. Each year, distracted driving results in over 3,000 fatalities and hundreds more severe injuries in the United States. If you or someone close to you is unfairly hurt in a crash, you need to be ready to protect your legal rights by working closely with a trained legal team.
After a collision that changes your life, you need to be certain that you can make a compelling claim. Working closely with an experienced attorney who can defend your legal rights during this trying time is essential to your recovery. Your lawyer will fight to make sure that your case is managed properly from the beginning to the end. You need to be certain that someone is defending your legal rights. A skilled legal team will be prepared to take on a major insurer and their legal team. You will be severely disadvantaged if you do not have your own attorney because these companies handle situations that are comparable to yours on a daily basis. To ensure that you receive the entire amount of compensation you are entitled to for your injuries and other losses, a skilled attorney will be available to assist you in achieving the best outcome for your case.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is prepared to assist you at every turn throughout the difficult time that follows an accident. Recovering from injuries brought on by a careless driver may be difficult and take some time. A knowledgeable Reno car accident lawyer can fight to defend your legal rights every step of the way. Give our offices a call at 775-227-2280 to speak with a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer. You will be glad that we are on your side.
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