Nevada Personal Injury Blog
What To Do If You Are Involved In a Multi-Vehicle Car Accident After a car accident that involves just one or two vehicles, it’s typically fairly easy to determine which driver was primarily at fault. The party who is at least 51% responsible for the crash is liable for the damages of the other driver. […]
As we enter the final weeks of 2022, Clark County continues to see a surge in traffic fatalities, despite this number trending lower statewide. Though October, Las Vegas and the surrounding Henderson area saw 201 traffic-related deaths and 186 fatal crashes. In comparison to the first ten months of 2021, the death total is five […]
Labor Day marked the unofficial end of summer, and the Fall season is upon us. Changing seasons means changing weather and road conditions, so it is important to stay mindful and ensure you adjust your driving to the appropriate season. Leaves and Foliage on the Road The fall weather is usually marked by the leaves […]
How is Liability Determined in a Marijuana-Related Car Accident in Nevada In 2016, the majority of voters in Nevada voted to legalize marijuana in the state, leading to a law change that legalized the retail sale of marijuana in Nevada as of June 30, 2017. Some experts have been concerned about the increase in vehicle […]
Legal Options for Motorcyclists When Involved in an Accident That Makes Them Lose Their Earning Capacity More than any other driver or passenger, motorcyclists are at risk of suffering debilitating and life-altering injuries from an accident with a car or truck. If you’re suffering from severe injuries after a motorcycle accident in Nevada and are […]
On October 29th, at least 153 people died and 82 injured after being crushed in a crowd during Halloween festivities in Seoul, South Korea with the death toll continuing to rise. South Korean officials have stated that most victims were in their 20s, and two of the victims have been identified as American. The deaths […]
Filling an Injury Claim To Recover Damages If a defective tire causes a car accident, the victim(s) may be able to file a personal injury claim against one or more parties, which may include the tire manufacturer, the distributor, the person who repaired the tire, and/or the seller of the tire. Victims do not necessarily […]
What Happens If My Car Gets Totaled in an Accident? You’ve probably heard the term “totaled” after a car accident. In Nevada, a vehicle is considered to be “totaled” when the damage from a vehicle exceeds 65% of its fair market value. If your vehicle was damaged in a car accident, you’d probably file a […]
When Car Accidents Are Caused By Medical Emergencies Car accidents in Nevada are sometimes caused by unexpected medical events, such as heart attacks. Typically, when a person’s actions or negligence causes a car accident, that person is legally responsible for the damages that result. However, when a medical emergency or condition causes a crash, determining […]
The Importance of Witness Statements in Personal Injury Claims Drivers who were in a car accident often share conflicting stories of what took place. When accounts are significantly different, it can be challenging for the courts or insurance companies to understand exactly what happened and who is at fault. In these situations, statements from a […]