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Reno, NV (October 17, 2024) - A serious collision in the Reno area on Wednesday, October 16, required support from local paramedics. The crash took place on Interstate 80 WB near US-395 SB that night around 8:30 p.m. The injured parties were provided immediate aid by attending medical personnel.
At least one person involved in the accident was hurt. The extent of the related damages has not been reported, and the number of people involved in the accident was not included in local reports. The crash victims were later transferred by ambulance to local hospitals for further treatment. The roadway was temporarily closed until tow trucks were able to clear the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. No additional information on the crash is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Nevada Reckless Driving Crashes
It’s common to see drivers driving while distracted on Nevadan roadways. Motorists routinely stare down at their phones, especially when waiting at stop lights. In the United States, distracted driving has become a major contributor to many serious collisions. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 424,000 crashes nationwide in 2020 were caused by distracted driving. According to additional figures, around seven percent of distracted driving fatalities are people between the ages of 15 and 20. Distracted driving collisions cause over 3,000 catastrophes and many more severe injuries annually. You must be able to pursue a claim with the help of an experienced Nevada personal injury lawyer if you or someone you love is hurt in a car accident.
There are many factors involved in a severe accident, and the choices you make now will impact your future. You should do everything in your power to maximize your recovery during this difficult period, which often means hiring a knowledgeable Nevada car accident lawyer to help handle your case. It’s often difficult to pursue a personal injury claim alone. Working with a knowledgeable lawyer who can protect your entitlement to compensation is essential to make sure you get all that you are owed. It is always in your best interest to collaborate closely with an experienced lawyer.
You do not want to gamble with your recovery. The attorneys at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. are here to help you after a serious car accident. We can handle your case so you can concentrate on what’s important: your health and well-being. Our team of Reno personal injury attorneys is here to answer any questions you may have during a free consultation, and we are here to diligently protect your legal rights during this difficult time. Give us a call at 775-227-2280 to start working with an experienced lawyer on your case. We can answer all questions that you have during a free initial consultation.
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Disclaimers: Our intention in sharing information about serious accidents is to raise awareness about the risks associated with driving. We hope that this awareness encourages our fellow community members to exercise greater caution, thereby reducing the likelihood of accidents and injuries. This is not intended to be a business solicitation. The information provided in this post is not legal or medical advice. The photo used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene.