Las Vegas Injury & Accident Attorney Blog

A bill is making its way through the Nevada Legislature that would allow for pre-trial discovery of video evidence in some cases where someone has been injured or died in an accident on the premises of store or hotel or casino property in the Las Vegas area. This bill is meant to lower the number of so called frivolous law suits, though some critics say it would do just the opposite. In plain language, this means that if you were hurt in an accident or someone you know was killed on the premises owned by someone else, for example a slip and fall on a hotel casino property in Southern Nevada, that if that property had video surveillance, it can be viewed by the slip and fall lawyer in Las Vegas prior to a law suit being filed.

Proponents of this legislation, state Senate Bill 111, contend that it would cut down on the number of frivolous law suits by letting lawyers look at this video evidence before they file a law suit. Currently, they have to take a potential client’s word for what happened before they take the case. Then the lawyer has to file the suit, and get the video through pre-trial discovery. If the video shows no negligence on the part of the property owner, the suit is thrown out. But, both the property owner and the lawyer have already spent hundreds if not thousands of dollars on this lawsuit that goes nowhere. Allowing discovery of the video evidence would bypass this, proponents say. Some property owners, however, say that this would have the perverse effect of creating more law suits from lawyers who go on “fishing expeditions” to try to find video evidence of slip and fall accidents in Las Vegas, and then find the accident victim and file the law suit.

If you’re injured in an accident in a hotel, casino, or a mall, shopping center, or store parking lot, such as a slip and fall in a Las Vegas Casino and need a lawyer, call Benson & Bingham today for a free consultation. Our lawyers have dealt with these types of cases for years, getting clients the best compensation they could possibly get. A huge amount of our business is from referrals from satisfied clients. We get these referrals because we not only get the best legal outcomes and compensation possible, but we also treat our clients like family, never giving them the runaround when they call, always giving them updates and new information on their case as it comes in. Call Benson & Bingham to start taking care of your case today.

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Mary Beckman signed had signed up for Match.com looking to make new friends and even possibly find the next love of her life. She’d been on a few dates and met some nice men when Match.com facilitated her meeting with Wade Ridley in September 2010. She dated Mr.  Ridley for 8 days when she ended the relationship, and in just four months she was stabbed by him four times. She was stabbed eight times in the torso, twice in the head and after Mr. Ridley had broken his knife, he began to kick and stomp Ms. Beckman in the head. If you have been injured in Las Vegas through no fault of your own, contact Benson and Bingham today for a free legal consultation.

Ms. Beckman has been through numerous surgeries to treat her injuries from the attack. One procedure saved her vision. Another fixed her shattered jawbone. A third replaced a part of her skull with a synthetic piece of skull. Last year, Mr. Ridley was serving time in the Arizona prison system when he committed suicide. According to Ms. Beckman’s attorney, Match.com does not safely provide introductions to its members and should research individuals who sign up for its service. To recoup money for medical expenses and pain and suffering, Ms. Beckman has sued Match.com for not adequately screening its members.

Benson and Bingham is a leading family owned Clark County personal injury law firm that was founded in 2003 by cousins Joseph Benson and Benjamin Bingham. We have significant experience in all types of Southern Nevada personal injury, including Las Vegas pedestrian accidents, Clark County automobile accidents, Southern Nevada wrongful death and even casino accidents outside of the Silver State when the company’s corporate headquarters is based in Nevada. Our attorneys have based their success on the relationships they build with their clients, securing over $24,000,000 for those clients in personal injury awards in 2010 and 2011. We also offer all of our clients our exclusive happiness guarantee – if at the end of your case you feel your invoice is incorrect or unfair, we will work with you to develop an billing statement that meets your approval.

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Just weeks after the United States Justice Department provided guidelines on the policies of the Las Vegas Metro Police regarding the use of force when dealing with civilians, today it was announced that a California man is suing the Las Vegas police for injuries he received while he was in custody of the detention center in Clark County. The 36-year old Koi Pham, whose attorney released jail surveillance videos today when his case was announced, alleges he was violently thrown to the cement floor and now has intense headaches and requires plastic surgery to remove the scar on his forehead. If you have been injured in a case of Las Vegas personal injury, contact Benson and Bingham today for a free legal consultation.

Las Vegas Metro police are not commenting on the case, due to the fact a lawsuit is pending. The video showed by Mr. Pham’s attorney does show his client’s leg rise quickly when forced into his chair by the jail officer. It is unknown whether or not Mr. Pham kicked the officer or his leg moved involuntarily due to the force that pushed him into his chair. Mr. Pham was in the Clark County jail on charges of trespassing and conspiracy to commit a crime.

No matter where an individual is, he or she should be free from injury. If you have been the victim of a Clark County personal injury incident, go to Bensonbingham.com today and contact us immediately about your case.

Benson and Bingham is a leading Southern Nevada personal injury law firm that works on all types of personal injury law. In 2010 and 2011, our attorneys have successfully secured for our clients over $24,000,000 in personal injury awards for our clients. We represent people who have been injured in automobile accidents, pedestrian accidents and even casino accidents that occurred outside of Nevada when the casino’s corporate parent is based in the Silver State.

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On New Year’s Eve, a 21-year old California man fell to his death from the Cosmopolitan Hotel. Found near the property’s tennis courts, police and medical examiners estimate the man fell from approximately 5 stories up. He was pronounced dead at 8:15am on January 1^st. If you or a loved one has been killed or injured due to negligence of a Las Vegas casino, contact Benson and Bingham today.

This is the second falling death from the Cosmopolitan Hotel in less than a year. In March, Sean Campe of New Jersey jumped to his death from a balcony on the hotel’s 14 floor.  While many Las Vegas hotels do not have balconies, the Cosmopolitan does. In addition, last year a man fell from one Planet Hollywood roof to another, and his body was not found for two days. If you have been injured in an Nevada accident and believe the owner of the premises to be negligent, please go to bensonbingham.com today. We offer free consultations.

Benson and Bingham is one of the top law firms in the South Valleys. We pride ourselves on customer service – working closely with our clients to ensure their satisfaction. Please contact us today for a free consultation.

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UC San Francisco recently released a report comparing the quality-of-care in nursing homes across the country. The report compared the ten largest for profit nursing homes with the care in other for profits, non-profits and even government run homes. In general, the report’s findings showed a  better quality of care and higher staffing levels at non-profit and government run facilities. If you believe your loved one has received sub-par care in a Nevada nursing home, contact us today.

In the ten largest nursing homes, the report found that patients had more complaints and incidents of pressure sores, weight loss, falls, infections, mistreatment by staff, unsanitary conditions and more. These higher incident rates stem from lower staffing levels at large, chain operations where patient care is secondary to making a profit. Please contact Benson and Bingham at Bensonbingham.com or 702-382-9797 to discuss the neglect of any Nevadan in a Silver State nursing home.

Benson and Bingham is a full-service law firm that strives to ensure our clients are entirely satisfied by our representation. In 2010, Benson and Bingham secured over $15,000,000 in awards for our clients. Please contact us today to discuss any personal injury case. We can be found online at Bensonbingham.com

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In 2008, 18-year old Hiroyuki Joho, ran across train tracks in an effort to catch another train. Distracted by torrential rains and a large umbrella, Mr. Joho was struck and killed by an oncoming train. At impact, parts of Mr. Joho’s body were thrown, striking Ms. Gayane Zokhrabo approximately 100 yards away. Ms. Zokhrabo suffered a broken wrist, arm and injured shoulder. In Nevada, innocent bystanders can be injured in cases of negligence. Contact Benson and Bingham today for consolation, free of charge.

Injured not only physically but also financially, Ms. Zokhrabo sued the estate of Mr. Joho, looking to recoup medical costs, lost pay and other expenses. While initially struck down, the case was reinstated on appeal – simply put, a person running across train tracks has an expectation that should he or she be hit, their body or belongings may strike and injure another person. If you have suffered a wrongful injury in Nevada, contact us today.

Benson and Bingham (www.bensonbingham.com) Attorneys at Law are one of Las Vegas’ leading law firms. While representing you, Benson and Bingham will do all we can to ensure you are extremely satisfied with your representation. In 2010, we settled over $15,000,000 in cases for our Nevada clients.

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Honda Motors recently announced a recall of an additional approximately 275,000 vehicles, adding to the over 600,000 previously announced for a faulty airbag issue with older model Accord, Civic, Odyssey, Pilot and Acura models. The parts being recalled were installed in 2001 – 2003 vehicles repaired by the Japanese Auto manufacturer. Contact us if you have been injured by a Honda airbag in Nevada.

When driving an automobile equipped with a driver’s-side airbag, it is important to wear a seatbelt and operate the vehicle a safe distance from the steering wheel. In an accident, an airbag can explode with a force that can break a nose, glasses or cause other serious injury. If you have been injured in a Clark County auto accident and would like representation contact Benson and Bingham today.

Benson and Bingham is one of Nevada’s leading product liability attorneys. We focus on ensuring our customers get top-tier service and satisfaction. If you or someone you know has been involved in an Las Vegas auto injury accident and need assistance with workman’s compensation, medical bills or recovering lost wages, contact us today.

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Yesterday, a 65-year old Las Vegas woman, Diana Chambers, was arrested on suspicion of Las Vegas DUI charges after striking a Nevada man, Shannon Newland, and his vehicle as he was filling the car with gasoline. The man is currently at University Medical Center being treated. If you have missed work, lost property or incurred medical costs due to a Nevada traffic accident, contact us today.

The accident, which occurred on Cheyenne Avenue near US95 has put Mr. Newland in critical but stable condition. While he is doing well and expected to recover, the Southern Nevada resident faces a difficult couple of months. He will likely miss significant work and need compensation for his damaged automobile and hospital costs. Ms. Chambers is currently being held in a Clark County jail and it is unknown how much insurance she carries.

Benson and Bingham are one of Southern Nevada’s premiere injury recovery firms. Our Nevada licensed attorneys pride ourselves on customer satisfaction and we work closely with our clients to ensure the best possible outcome for their case. Go to Bensonbingham.com today to start your case.

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As autopsy rates across the nation continue to plunge, health care professionals are losing valuable learning opportunities as the families of those who passed away desperately search for answers. Doctors and hospitals across Nevada have shied away from the practice because it can highlight areas of malpractice. If you believe you or a relative have been injured while seeking medical care, contact us today.

Due to decreased insurance coverage, autopsies are now only routinely performed when foul play is suspected. This, however, reduces the opportunities for those who may have been fatally injured by medical malpractice in Nevada to discover the actual cause of death. If you suspect malpractice, contact us and we can help ensure all correct procedures are followed.

Benson and Bingham’s website, www.bensonbingham.com has significant information on family and patient rights. Please contact us today to begin the discussion of your case.

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A recent inspection by the Mine Safety and Health Administration cited Nevada mining operation Yukon-Nevada Gold Corporation’s Jerritt Canyon Mill in Elko for multiple safety violations. The inspection was part of a nationwide inspection tour, itself a result of last summer’s explosion at Massey Energy’s Upper Big Branch Mine in West Virginia. The Jerritt Canyon Mill was cited for not properly disposing and storing combustible waste, barricading unsafe areas or adequately protecting workers from moving machine parts. If not fixed, these violations put workers at significant risk of personal injury including amputation injuries, wrongful death and brain damage.

In addition, the MHSA announced the Barrick Goldstrike’s Meikle Mine in Carlin was responsible for the death of two employees in an August 2010 accident. The two men, Daniel Noel and Joel “Ethan” Schorr, of Spring Creek, were killed when a clogged pipe struck them in a ventilation shaft. If you or a relative have suffered a workplace injury, contact us today at bensonbingham.com.

Benson & Bingham have extensive experience representing those injured at work. We pride ourselves on customer satisfaction and do everything we can to make sure you are reimbursed for lost work and hospital costs. Contact us today to discuss your case.

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