Navigating Nevada’s HOV Lanes: Rules & Regulations Nevada operates High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes in many areas of the state. These are commonly referred to as “carpool lanes” and are intended to reduce congestion and commuting times while increasing the flow of traffic through especially busy areas. According to Nevada state law, drivers may…
Leveraging Assumption Of Risk In Personal Injury Cases: A Comprehensive Guide Assumption of risk is a legal doctrine that may be used by a defendant in a personal injury case, such as a car or truck accident. An insurance company or other entity that is being sued for financial compensation may try to use…
Driving can be frustrating for many, especially when we have places to be and we seem to be hitting all the red lights or stuck in traffic that hasn’t moved for minutes. While frustration can often manifest into aggressive or even violent behaviors, it is important to keep our cool while behind the wheel….
As numbers continue to be finalized regarding traffic fatalities on Nevada roads in 2022, one thing has become clear—2022 was one of the deadliest years ever on Nevada roads. The adjusted report, which was first published in August of 2023 revealed 416 traffic deaths in the state, which is an increase of thirty-four from…
Driver-less cars have been something out of a science fiction novel for the past several years, however as cars have become more and more autonomous this is no longer the case. Cruise, a company based in San Francisco, has made headlines for their robot-taxis, which essentially allows for driver-less rideshares. Cruise, along with Google’s…
What Immediate Steps Should You Take Following a Car Accident In Nevada? Dealing with insurance companies and fighting for your fair settlement can be some of the most challenging parts of the aftermath of a car accident, especially when you’re also trying to recover from painful injuries. Insurance companies want to protect their bottom…
What Challenges Might You Face When Pursuing Double Indemnity Claims? Traffic signals, such as stop lights, keep drivers moving in a way that is both safe and orderly. Drivers who fail to obey traffic signals by running through red lights or not slowing down at yellow lights can cause serious car accidents that result…
What Challenges Might You Face When Pursuing Double Indemnity Claims? Double indemnity is a legal term frequently used in life insurance policies and other types of accident insurance policies. Essentially, double indemnity is a form of life insurance in which the insurance company agrees to pay the beneficiary up to double the value of…
Navigating Fault In Nevada’s Right Of Way Traffic Accidents Big cities such as Las Vegas have large networks of roads. To promote smooth, safe driving, states have developed traffic laws and rules that each driver is obligated to follow. One of the most important rules is right of way. These guidelines determine which driver…
A new Texas law, House Bill 393, which was signed and went into effect on Friday September 1st, requires that those convicted of intoxication manslaughter must pay restitution in what resembles “child support” payments to deceased victims’ children in the event of a DUI accident. The legislation states that the offender will make these…