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…
Wrong way crashes are serious and often fatal. But what can possibly be done when you notice a car coming at you unexpectedly in the wrong direction? A Triple-A study found that between 2010 and 2018 there were almost three-thousand fatal wrong way crashes nation-wide, and these accidents resulted in 3,885 deaths, which averages…
The inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix is set to begin later this year between November 16th and 18th. The Grand Prix is part of the Formula One World Championship 2023, and the track will be on the iconic Vegas Strip— F1’s first return to the city since the early 1980s. The event will bring…
Nevada is home to many motorcyclists, and almost three percent of all vehicle registrations in the state are motorcycles. While this seems to be a small percentage of those on the road, the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety testified in front of legislature that motorcyclists made up for twenty-one percent of the almost four-hundred…
Maximizing Your Car Accident Settlement: The Role Of Legal Representation When you’re injured in a car accident and suffering from painful or debilitating injuries, it’s natural to wonder how you will support your family and pay for your medical bills while you’re unable to work. Many car accident victims who contact our Nevada personal…
The Difference Between Primary & Secondary Insurance In Car Accidents A key question in every car or truck accident is determining who was liable. According to Nevada law, the party or parties who were liable for causing the accident are responsible for paying for the damages of everyone else who was involved. So what…
Understanding Brake Checking: Liability, Consequences, & Seeking Legal Help In Nevada Anyone who has driven through Las Vegas knows that the streets are filled with drivers who follow too closely. The heavy traffic, impatience, tourists, and aggressive drivers make a perfect storm for tailgating and rear-end accidents. Although the right response to tailgating is…
When Does Joint Liability Apply In Nevada? After a personal injury situation that involved multiple parties, you may be facing a case with joint or several liability. In these cases, there may be multiple parties who contributed to your injury and are legally liable for your damages. Nevada handles these types of situations differently…