Reno, NV (May 12, 2024) - At least one person suffered injuries in the aftermath of an auto accident in the Reno area on Sunday, May 11. The collision took place at around 6:15 p.m. at the intersection of S. Virginia Street and Sierra Manor Drive. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties.
The circumstances leading to the accident have not yet been determined. The injured parties were provided aid at the scene by attending paramedics. Those requiring further support were later hospitalized by ambulance. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting wreckage and other debris in order to reopen the roadway. No further information has been supplied at this time. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Collisions in Nevada
While there are countless things that could go wrong and result in a catastrophic collision, some behaviors increase the risk of a potentially fatal car accident. Over the past 20 years, speeding drivers have been responsible in about one-third of all road fatalities in the country. Roughly ten thousand people are killed by speeding drivers nationwide each year, and drivers in Nevada are no exception. High-speed collisions account for more than 32 percent of traffic-related fatalities in Nevada, according to statistics. The injuries and other damages that follow a reckless driver who speeds and causes a major collision should be their responsibility.
In the event of a significant auto accident, you need to be prepared to act. Your entire way of life can be in jeopardy if you or someone close to you is hurt in a collision. If you want to hold the guilty party accountable, you must be ready to take the necessary legal action. The negligent acts of a careless motorist should not financially burden innocent victims. Filing a personal injury claim on your own could be challenging. If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in an automobile accident, you should consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer to make sure you can get the most money possible. You can help improve your recovery and raise the likelihood that your case will be resolved successfully.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is prepared to help you every step of the way after a life-changing auto accident. You need to fight to get the compensation you are owed, and it can be a long and difficult battle. Our Reno personal injury attorneys are here to answer any questions you may have during a free consultation, and we will work diligently at every stage of your recovery to make sure you can get full compensation. Please contact us today at 775-227-2280 if you are ready to get to work on your claim with the help of a skilled car crash lawyer.
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