Reno, NV (August 14, 2024) – There were reported injuries after a car accident in the Reno area on Tuesday, August 13. The accident took place at the corner of W. Plumb Lane and S. Virginia Street that night, around 8:46 p.m. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt.
The injured parties were provided immediate aid by attending medical personnel. Those requiring additional treatment were later transferred to nearby hospitals for further treatment. The severity and number of the related damages have not yet been confirmed. The roadway was closed for several hours while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were dispatched to clear the area of the related debris. No further information has been provided. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Accidents in Nevada
In Nevada, catastrophic auto accidents happen on a daily basis, and car crashes remain the nation's leading source of death and serious injury. Almost every state nationwide has seen an increase in the number of fatal collisions. As a matter of fact, there were 42,795 recorded fatal crashes in 2022, a roughly 16 percent rise in fatal collisions countrywide between 2018 and 2022. In the United States that year, there were an estimated 117 fatal crashes reported every day. Nevada car crashes claim hundreds of lives annually and hurt thousands more. After a significant car accident, you need to be certain that you can defend your legal rights by working closely with a trained legal team.
Most people involved in crashes are uninformed of their legal rights. In a matter of seconds, a major collision can occur and cause injuries that could change your life. Pursuing a complete recovery on your own can be challenging, and the thought of filing a lawsuit can seem like an overwhelming and seemingly unachievable undertaking. It is critical that the injured parties have close access to an experienced attorney with a track record of assisting crash victims in pursuing full recoveries. You don't want to take any chances with your recovery because your entire way of life can be at stake.
The moments following a car accident can be difficult to manage alone. You may be able to achieve a recovery by pursuing a strong personal injury claim with the help of a competent lawyer. The team of attorneys at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you during each phase of your recovery. We want to take over the technical aspects of your case so you can focus on your health and recovery. If you are ready to discuss your case with a trained Reno car accident lawyer, we are just a phone call away. Contact our law offices today at 775-227-2280 to get started on your claim. You will be glad that we are on your side during this time.
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