Skyland is a small town in Douglas County. It has a population of just under 400 individuals. It is located on the eastern shore of Lake Tahoe. Route 50 is the main road through Skyland, connecting it to California and Carson City. Because of the proximity of Lake Tahoe, many residents and visitors participate in water sports such as boating, water skiing, and fishing.
Douglas County itself has approximately 47,000 residents and is in western Nevada. It contains about 13 percent of Lake Tahoe. Major industries in Douglas County include Starbucks, General Electric, Patmont Motor Werks, and North Sails – most of which employ Skyland residents.
Car accidents are one of the most common accidents in the country. Each year, about 40,000 Americans died in car crashes with another 6 million suffering serious injuries. In Nevada, there are about 300 fatal accidents every year.
Car accidents happen for a number of reasons with one of the biggest being distracted driving. The second biggest is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Other reasons auto accidents occur include:
An auto accident can result in death. If death does not occur, the car accident victim may suffer injuries that will last his or her lifetime.
These injuries can cause a person to permanently lose their ability to work and earn a living. Their quality of life may be drastically diminished. Even if the loss of ability to work is not permanent, a temporary inability to earn a living can still cause severe financial strain on a person and his or her family.
If you, or a loved one, have experienced an automobile crash in Skyland, you may be entitled to compensation. Seeking the advice of an auto accident attorney can help you determine what your next step should be.
The lawyers at Carter Cullen have been handling car crash cases for many years. We know that a severe car crash can turn your life upside down. Our goal is to help restore your quality of love, alleviate your stress, and aggressively litigate your case so that your rights under Nevada law are upheld.
For a free initial consultation, we welcome your call to our Skyland area office at 702.800.0000.
Skyland, NV 89413
Total Est. Time: 6h 45mins
Total Est. Distance: 449 mi
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7408 West Sahara Ave
Las Vegas, Nevada 89117
