Reno, NV (May 3, 2024) - At least one person suffered injuries following a car crash in the Reno area on Thursday, May 2. Late that afternoon around 5:40 p.m., emergency crews were dispatched to the scene on US-395 NB near Parr Boulevard. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, and emergency crews were quickly dispatched to render the necessary medical aid.
The extent and number of the related damages have not yet been determined. The injured parties were treated at the scene before being transferred to a local hospital by ambulance. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. Authorities advised motorists to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays while emergency crews were present. No additional information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be provided as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Accidents in Nevada
According to statistics, distracted driving is a major issue in Nevada and has quickly risen to the top of the list of factors contributing to catastrophic crashes across the nation. The majority of the state's fatal distracted driving collisions occur in urban areas like Reno and Las Vegas, with Clark and Washoe counties accounting for most of these crashes. Every year in the United States, distracted drivers result in over 3,000 fatalities and hundreds of thousands of catastrophic injuries. Drivers who fail to pay attention to the road should be held responsible in the event of a serious auto accident. This is often only possible when you pursue a personal injury claim with the help of a qualified lawyer.
Sharing the road with another vehicle is never completely safe, and you never know if or when you will be involved in a serious collision. One reckless driver is all it takes for you to sustain life-changing injuries. After a significant car accident, you need to be sure you can take the necessary actions to maximize your recovery. If you are unable to secure the necessary compensation to make up for your losses, you may be left facing crippling debt and other losses. Because of this, it is critical that you collaborate with a knowledgeable lawyer who has years of experience helping accident victims pursue successful claims.
The lawyers at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. are ready to make sure that your legal rights are protected at every stage of your recovery. Our team of Reno personal injury lawyers is here to answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation because we want to make sure that you can get the compensation you are truly owed. You should not be held financially responsible for the actions of a reckless driver. If you are ready to get to work on your injury claim, contact our law offices today at 775-227-2280 and discuss your case with a qualified personal injury attorney.
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