Reno, NV (August 10, 2024) - On Saturday, August 10, there were reported injuries following a car accident in the Reno area. The collision took place early that morning, around 6:09 a.m., on Interstate 580 NB near E. 2nd Street. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties.
At least one person involved in the collision was hurt, but the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. The crash victims were transported to a local hospital by ambulance after being treated at the scene by attending paramedics. The circumstances leading to the collision have not been provided. No updates on the conditions of the crash victims are available 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.
Car Accidents in Nevada
Nevada is seeing an increase in serious auto accidents. According to statistics, 2022 was one of the worst years for traffic accidents in the state in the past 30 years, with most of the collisions occurring in the cities of Reno and Las Vegas. The Nevada Department of Public Safety (NDPS) reports that 382 road deaths occurred in the state in 2022—just three less than the year before. That year, the number of fatalities on the roads in Clark County increased by 4 percent, from 236 to 246. The most common cause of death and major injuries nationwide is a car crash, so you should be prepared in case you or a loved one is injured in a catastrophic car accident.
A catastrophic vehicle collision can occur at virtually any time, and the majority of Nevadans know someone who has had a life-altering collision. Your life may be shaped by the decisions you make in the moments after an automobile accident, so you don't want to find yourself in a challenging situation when you have to cope with escalating medical bills and other expenses. To make sure you can maximize your recovery, you should always engage with a skilled personal injury attorney who has a track record of assisting crash victims in pursuing successful compensation claims. To safeguard your legal rights, you must act right now.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you navigate the complicated claims process. We are here to help you during this difficult time and make sure that you can get the compensation you are owed. Our Reno car accident lawyers understand the law, and we are ready to get to work on your case. We can answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation. Contact our law offices today at 775-227-2280 to discuss your case with a caring car crash attorney. When you work with our legal team, you know that your case is in good hands.
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