Reno, NV – One Killed in Wreck on Mt Rose Hwy near Thomas Creek Rd

Reno, NV (July 1, 2024) – One person lost their life in a collision that happened in Reno. At around 10:55 p.m. on June 26, a fatal traffic accident occurred on the Mount Rose Highway. Responders went to the crash site at the intersection of Thomas Creek Road, approximately 2.5 miles from South Virginia Street. Currently, how the incident occurred is still under local law enforcement investigation. The Mount Rose Highway was temporarily closed in both directions due to the accident. 

We want to offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family. 

Nevada Car Wrecks

In Nevada, car wrecks are extremely common, happening hundreds of times per day. These crashes cause injuries and even fatalities for a percentage of people involved in them. The majority of these collisions happen due to the actions of negligent drivers. For example, drivers who are intoxicated, speeding, distracted, or intoxicated cause most of the crashes that are reported every year. 

Driver distraction causes over 400,000 auto accidents each year, and approximately 3,000 people end up losing their lives annually due to this type of driver negligence. Also, driver fatigue takes the lives of over 1,500 people per year. 

If you or someone you love were recently hurt in a car crash, you may be wondering how it happened and whether it was someone else’s fault. When you work with a skilled car crash lawyer, you may be eligible to collect financial compensation for a long list of damages that resulted from your accident. Especially if you did not cause the crash yourself, you may be entitled to financial compensation that can help you cover the costs associated with your damages. Some common damages that often result from severe auto accidents include: 

• Outstanding medical bills
• Vehicle repair costs
• Lost wages
• Lost future earning capacity
• Pain
• Suffering
• Emotional turmoil

Depending on the specifics of your personal injury claim, you will be able to collect financial compensation for all or most of the damages you have suffered from your wreck. A car accident attorney in Las Vegas can help you get started on filing a personal injury claim. If the worst has happened, and you have lost a loved one in a fatal traffic accident, a wrongful death lawyer in Las Vegas can help you file a claim for funeral costs and more. At the reputable and skilled Simon Law Firm, we have been working for decades to help crash victims recover. We will build you a strong claim and make sure you are able to recover as quickly and seamlessly as possible. Call our personal injury law office at 702-364-1650 to learn about how we can help you through this difficult time.