You Should Examine the Actual Language of the Waiver and the Cause of the Harm In order for a written waiver (aka express contract to protect the recreation company) to be effective, Nevada recognizes that “actual knowledge of the risk be assumed” and that assumption of the risk is a 2-part analysis. 1.) Actual…
Thanksgiving and Black Friday are quickly approaching, kicking off the holiday season. While this year’s holidays are different due to COVID-19, it is still important to stay safe on the roads, especially if you are considering traveling over the long weekend. Here are some important stats and precautions that Nevadans can take to make…
Maximizing Compensation with a Nevada Personal Injury Lawyer After an Auto Accident Being involved in a car accident in Nevada can be traumatizing and sometimes life-altering. What happens to you is often not your fault and you should be compensated not only for property damages but also for pain and suffering. By hiring a…
Bicycles are a healthy and cost-effective transportation that can be eco-friendly and beneficial to many Nevadans. However, it is important to examine bike statistics and take precautions in order to mitigate the risks involved with using this type of transportation. Additionally, what are the steps to take if you are involved in a bicycle…
As Las Vegas residents near the end of 2020, a rather tumultuous and unprecedented year, they will be faced with a project in Downtown Las Vegas that is aimed to modernize the area. While this renovation is exciting, it can bring about major construction and changes to Las Vegas roadways, which can be both…
For many people across the country, October 31st marks Halloween, an exciting day where one can dress up, get candy, and unleash their inner child. However, in Nevada October 31 signifies another very important day— Its birth. While Covid-19 might have changed the way we celebrate, these holidays can be celebrated safely. Here are…
Today we delve into two recent motor vehicle safety announcements in the State of Nevada. First, we will discuss recent changes in Nevada regarding child car seat safety laws. This is important for all parents or day care workers that drive infants, as these laws were adopted to protect children in Nevada. Next, we’ll…
In recent years, distracted driving claimed the lives of several hundreds of Nevadans, and injured many, causing permanent damage or life altering injuries. An estimated 16 percent of fatal crashes and 21 percent of injury-involved crashes involved distractions while operating a motor vehicle [1]. What Is Distracted Driving? Distracted driving is anything that can…
If you or someone you love has suffered road rash after an accident, you are not alone. Scores of people across the United States face road rash every year, oftentimes as a consequence of motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian accidents. Anybody can experience road rash during an accident, even if you’re in a vehicle. Some…
As the United States passed over 200,000 deaths related to Covid-19 last Tuesday, Nevada’s bars and taverns had reopened at 12:59 PM on the Sunday prior. [1] With Clark County being Nevada’s largest county, many scientists and experts worry that these reopening may result in another spike of COVID-19 cases in the Silver State….