Reno, NV (May 30, 2024) - A United States District Court Judge was killed in a pedestrian crash in the midtown area of Reno on Wednesday, May 29. The incident was reported around 2:15 p.m. at the corner of S. Virginia Street and California Avenue near the federal courthouse. The victim was traveling on foot through the intersection when he was hit by an oncoming motor vehicle.
Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties. The injured pedestrian was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition where he was later pronounced dead. The deceased party was later identified as District Court Judge Larry Hicks. The driver involved remained at the scene and cooperated with responding officials. No additional information on the incident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Pedestrian Accidents in Nevada
Unfortunately, traveling by foot is far from safe. Humans are not designed to endure the force of an automobile collision, and pedestrians are more vulnerable to potentially fatal injuries in a crash. The state of Nevada is home to the most popular tourist destination in the world, Las Vegas, where the bulk of fatal pedestrian collisions in the state occur. In 2023, 53 pedestrian fatalities were recorded in the city. It is crucial that you are prepared to pursue a claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney if someone close to you is killed in an accident, as pedestrian safety continues to be a serious concern in the state.
It is never easy to deal with the aftermath of a deadly pedestrian accident. You need to do everything in your power to make sure you get the full value of your case if you decide to pursue a wrongful death claim. A competent Reno pedestrian accident lawyer will be able to fight to protect your legal rights. Contact the offices of Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. today to get started on your case. Call us at 775-227-2280 to get the most out of your case.
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