Pedestrian Hospitalized in Accident on Terminal Way near Villanova Drive
Reno, NV (January 02, 2021) On Thursday, a vehicle versus pedestrian crash on Terminal Way near Villanova Drive injured 2 pedestrians.
According to Reno Police at about 5:44 p.m. 2 pedestrians were crossing a crosswalk on Terminal Way when a northbound vehicle hit both pedestrians.
Moreover, rescuers took both victims to the hospital, with one suffering from serious injuries, while the other had minor injuries.
On a positive note, both patients are expected to survive.
Meanwhile, police say that the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Impairment and speed are not a factor in the crash.
Lastly, an hour closure to the roadway was due to the crash.
What Can You Do in a Pedestrian Accident
- Before anything else, seek medical attention if you have been hurt.
- Then, get to a safe place to prevent further damage or injury.
- Next, collect as much information as possible: insurance and contact information of people involved in the accident, pictures/videos of vehicles involved, etc.
- Afterward, file a police report or incident report by calling 911.
- Lastly, hire an experienced personal injury attorney from Sweet Lawyers.
You Need a Personal Injury Attorney
A lawyer will exhaust every avenue to ensure you get the maximum settlement. They will speak to witnesses, analyze evidence, and obtain important data that will help your case.
Having legal representation can help you attain compensation on Medical bills, loss of earnings, future medicals, and more.
Mark Sweet, an award-winning personal injury attorney at Sweet Lawyers, says that serious car accident cases may call for a separate investigation spearheaded by an experienced lawyer fighting on behalf of the injured party.
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