Winter storms are an expected occurrence in the month from December through March and these past few months the entire country has been hit with severe winter weather, including in Northern Nevada. A storm hit the northern part of the state late New Year’s Eve, as icy weather conditions and cold weather continued for…
A surprisingly large number of drivers in Nevada do not carry auto insurance, even though it is required by state law. If you get into a car accident in Nevada, there’s about a 10% chance that the other driver will not have an insurance policy that covers them in case they are liable for…
Traumatic brain injuries, such as concussions, are a common incident after car accidents, and can be a complicated injury with a long and varied recovery. Victims of car accidents who have sustained a concussion may be eligible for financial compensation from the at-fault party. To learn more about your legal options after a concussion…
As Nevadans prepare for the new year, they should be aware of new laws that come into effect in 2023. One of these big changes starting January 1st, 2023, is that traffic tickets for minor offenses will no longer be criminalized, and Nevadans will no longer be taken to jail for not paying them….
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…