Las Vegas Car Accident Attorney|Vehicle, Auto Or Pedestrian Accidents Lawyer Las Vegas, NV

Below is a summary of the types of car accidents our law firm excels at handling:

Drunk driving accounts for a large portion of these fatalities on Las Vegas highways. Previous clients have suffered from hazardous and sometimes even fatal drunk driving accidents. Often, the drunk driver will leave the scene, resulting in even more charges after the accident. Not only do drunks cause direct damage, their paths can be very destructive. Power poles, construction signs, pick-up trucks, and other vehicles that are used to maintain highways and freeways often become targets for the impaired. Additionally, police, Nevada Highway Patrol and often pedestrians become the victims of drunk driving accidents. Drunks normally do not have insurance coverage; consequently, many victims feel there is no way to seek recourse.

Pedestrian accidents with cars are very crippling. Every year the statistics get worse. Las Vegas has one of the highest incidents of pedestrian accidents due to the large volume of walking traffic on the sidewalks and crosswalks of the roads. Pedestrians walking or running are at a great risk of accident.

First, depending on the severity of the car accident, medical care is foremost. If you were taken by ambulance, and subsequently treated at the emergency room you likely did not receive a copy of the police report receipts, which contain the police report accident number. Do not be concerned, as we can obtain that for you based on the date and cross streets of the accident. Your Health is a vital concern, and it is important for you to seek Medical Care promptly for two reasons. One is your overall health. Diagnosing the common injuries is one thing and includes: a sprained neck, air bag burns, headaches, and overall soreness. These issues may go away with time, but should be addressed by a health care professional. Other injuries include: broken bones, head contusions, herniated discs, broken ribs, and internal organ injuries. These must be treated and understood early on. Clients often do not know they have these injuries due to the adrenaline the body produces after a traumatic event, and sometime refuse emergency medical care at the scene. The hospital will take X-rays, perform MRI’s, and CAT scans to determine invisible injuries. The second reason it is important to see a doctor is the legal reason: documentation. Without a physician transcribing all your injuries on paper there is no record of the injuries. Therefore, it is imperative to have a medical professional diagnose and treat the injuries. Clients who wait to see a doctor can harm the personal injury claim. The reasons for avoiding care are usually because of a lack of health insurance coverage.
Second, contact our law firm to help you deal with the basics of the accident: Retrieval of your car from storage/tow truck yard, vehicle repair estimates, recorded statements with the insurance companies, and providing notice to insures of potential claims; obtaining a rental car; arranging of specialized medical care. It is important to understand the liability aspects of your accident. Who was at fault? Were their witnesses? How many persons were injured, and how much coverage is available for all the victims. Can you prove the other driver was negligent? Proving a driver was negligent often involves more than a police report. The officer does an investigation, but is not the determiner of fault. Occasionally, police cite the wrong party.

Why Las Vegas has so Many Accidents
With the combination of alcohol and driving, Las Vegas tops the charts for accidents. With over 8,000 DUI arrests every year, Clark County has its share of auto accidents and fatalities. In addition, Las Vegas has gridlock streets with stoplights posted every mile, as well as the heavy use of cell phones in automobiles. Consequently, this all equates to negligent driving and reckless car crashes.

Call or email our Las Vegas Firm today if you were hit by a car and need representation. The Law offices of Benson & Bingham will check every avenue of revenue to ensure your rights are protected and met.

Insurance in Nevada
Vehicle: Under Nevada Law, a driver must maintain minimal liability insurance coverage in the amount of $15,000. This hardly provides coverage for medical bills, loss of wages, and pain and suffering. Uninsured / Under-insurance coverage is not required, nor is medical payments covered in an accident.. Contact Benson & Bingham today for a free insurance evaluation to make sure you are protected before you talk to your insurance agent. Golf carts and other recreational activities are normally not covered on an automobile insurance policy.

Minor and Adults: Nevada law distinguishes between minors and adults. Parents are liable for the acts of their children up to $10,000 in certain circumstances.