Reno, NV (May 12, 2024) - On Saturday, May 11, there were confirmed injuries following a car crash in the Reno area. The accident occurred at the corner of Bluestone Drive and Portman Avenue that night around 9:15 p.m. At least one person involved in the crash suffered undisclosed injuries.
The number and severity of the related damages were not included in the initial reports. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to provide the necessary medical aid. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. Ambulances were present to transfer the crash victims to local hospitals for further support. No additional information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is in the hands of 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
It is the responsibility of every driver to be focused on the road and avoid major collisions. Regrettably, many drivers use their phones while operating a vehicle. In Nevada, distracted driving is a major factor in many of the state's catastrophic collisions, and it is on the rise nationwide. According to data from the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT), 3.1 percent of fatal collisions in Las Vegas are caused by distracted driving, and according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), careless drivers kill over 3,000 people annually, with hundreds of thousands of more being seriously injured. It is always in your best interests to partner with a trained lawyer to pursue a recovery after a serious auto accident.
If someone else's negligence results in a serious accident and you are injured, you may be entitled to compensation. Anybody in Nevada who gets into an accident and gets serious injuries can make a personal injury claim. To optimize your recovery, you should always collaborate closely with an experienced lawyer. We are here to support you throughout the claim process and work to get you the best settlement possible. It is important that you do everything possible to maximize your recovery. If you are not represented by an experienced attorney, you could lose out on deserved compensation. Too much is at stake for you to take any chances on your recovery.
Your very way of life may be on the line after a serious crash, and the steps you take after the fact can often determine your future. The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you pursue a personal injury claim following a devastating automobile accident. Crash victims should not be held responsible for the actions of a reckless driver. You should consult a skilled Reno personal injury lawyer as soon as you can if you or a loved one is hurt in a car accident. Call us at 775-227-2280 when you are prepared to begin working with an experienced attorney on your case.
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