Reno, NV (July 21, 2024) – On Sunday, July 21, injuries were reported following a car crash in the Reno area. The accident was reported at the corner of Silver Lake Road and Flatland Drive that morning, around 8:07 a.m. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt, but the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined.
Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties, and those requiring additional treatment were later hospitalized for further support. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency units were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. No further information has been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash 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.
High-Speed Collisions in Nevada
When you drive too quickly, you put everyone on the road at risk. Speeding drivers are more likely to lose control of their vehicles and cause catastrophic collisions for many reasons. Tens of thousands of people are killed by speeding drivers every year, and high-speed collisions account for almost 25 percent of fatal crashes. The number of fatalities resulting from high-speed crashes in a recent year was nearly twice that of fatalities resulting from drunk driving. If you or someone close to you is unfairly hurt in an auto accident, you need to be ready to pursue a claim for compensation with the help of a skilled legal team.
You need to be confident that you can make a full recovery from a car accident that alters your life. Taking care of a major accident's aftermath on your own can be frightening and difficult, and it is likely that you are experiencing a wave of emotions beyond your capacity to manage. Regretfully, time cannot be turned back. The majority of the time, a driver's negligence results in an accident, and that person should be responsible for any injuries that arise. It is usually easier said than done to achieve a full recovery. It is important that you are ready to get to work with a qualified lawyer to maximize the value of your case.
Your very way of life can change forever after a crash, and the steps you take to achieve a full recovery are very important during this time. A skilled injury attorney can assist you in pursuing fair compensation to optimize your recovery. The respected Nevada law firm Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. can guide you through the legal process and make sure your case is handled with the attention it deserves. We are available to assist you if you are ready to begin working on your claim. Give our offices a call at 775-227-2280 to speak with an experienced lawyer about your situation.
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