Reno, NV (June 13, 2024) - A serious auto accident in Reno on Wednesday, June 12, required support from local paramedics. The incident was reported late that night around 6:30 p.m., on Interstate 580 SB near S. Virginia Street. Local reports indicated that at least one person was hurt, and emergency crews were rushed to provide the necessary aid.
Those requiring further treatment were later hospitalized by ambulance. The number and severity of the related damages were not included in the initial reports. The area was closed for several hours while emergency crews worked the scene. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting wreckage and other debris in order to reopen the roadway. No further information on the accident has been provided at this time. However, 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.
High-Speed Collisions in Nevada
When you drive too fast, you endanger other drivers and yourself. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there was an approximate 8 percent rise in speed-related fatalities between 2020 and 2021. A total of 12,330 people nationwide lost their lives in high-speed collisions in 2021, making up around 29 percent of all road fatalities that year. Speeding can greatly increase the risk of a serious crash for many reasons. When driving at high speeds, drivers are far more likely to lose control of their cars, and the force of the collision almost always results in far more serious injuries. To maximize the value of your case, speak with an experienced personal injury attorney if you or a loved one is injured in an accident.
Many crash victims have never had to pursue a claim for compensation, so you might not know where to start when trying to get the compensation needed for a complete recovery. You should always consult with a lawyer that has years of expertise managing personal injury cases in order to maximize your recovery during this difficult time. Your life may be determined by the decisions you make following a catastrophic accident, and the longer you wait to file a lawsuit, the more difficult it will be to maximize your recovery. You should start your case as soon as you can and work closely with a trained Reno auto accident lawyer.
It can be difficult to get the most out of your case if you try to handle your recovery on your own. The respected Nevada law firm Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to support you during this trying time and see that the at-fault party is held responsible for their actions. We are available to assist you at every stage if you are ready to begin working on your case, and our lawyers can answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation. Please contact us today at 775-227-2280 to get started on your claim with the help of our qualified Reno car crash lawyers.
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