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What Every Nevadan Needs To Know About Dog Bite Claims
As much as we love them, dogs aren't always a man's best friend. Dogs can be sweet and gentle creatures and family members, but they are still animals. Animals can't tell you they're on edge in any way other than body language. They can be unpredictable even if you've...
What are the key challenges when building a solid personal injury claim for clients?
Slip and fall accidents. Car crashes. Workplace accidents. Dog bites. Elder abuse. And the list goes on. The potential for personal injuries are endless, and so are the cases you can build. So what are the challenges you might come up against when you put together a...
How to Make Sure Your Worker’s Comp Claim is Accepted
A work injury can throw everything into upheaval. You may lose hours due to doctor's visits or physical therapy. There may be days when you can't work at all. Or, worse, you may never be able to work again. The injury may threaten your financial future as bills eat...
The Financial Burden of Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injuries can happen anywhere, and the associated costs can be staggering. The media shines a light on brain injuries as professional athletes and celebrities discuss their struggles. However, they don't fully capture the magnitude of the challenges for...
How liable is a driver in an auto-pedestrian accident if the pedestrian caused the accident?
An auto-pedestrian accident is somewhere no one ever wants to find themselves. Unfortunately, accidents do happen. Many people believe the driver is always liable in these situations. But is that truly the case? Below, a few legal gurus answer that question for us. It...
What Every Nevadan Should Know About Drunk Driving Crashes
Las Vegas tops the charts for DUI arrests in the United States, averaging 4,311 yearly arrests. Many are never caught until they cause an accident. A third of all car accident fatalities in the nation are caused by drunk drivers, with approximately 10,000 people dying...
How does the court calculate wrongful death settlement claims?
A wrongful death suit is never simple to adjudicate. After all, how do you put a price on the loss of a loved one? Fortunately, the courts do have legal precedents to follow when considering settlement amounts and will look at a myriad of different factors to...
Is Your Loved One with Alzheimer’s Safe in a Care Home?
Alzheimer's is a cruel disease that steals your loved one a memory at a time. It can be scary, both for the patient and their family members. And as much as their family may want to provide the best possible care, at some point, it becomes impractical and even...
Follow These 8 Rules for a Fair Settlement After Brain Injuries
Insurance claims are probably the last thing on your mind in the event of a traumatic brain injury caused by another party. The uncertainty and stress can be overwhelming. You want to get better as soon as possible and put all the worry and pain behind you. A TBI can...
Who is responsible for paying the medical bills when a pedestrian accident victim lacks health insurance?
Being a pedestrian in a world of drivers distracted by phones, kids, music, GPS, and other things can be downright dangerous. Whether you’re walking your child to school or taking the dog for a stroll, it’s critical to always keep an eye on cars, bikes, scooters or...
When Traumatic Brain Injuries Won’t Go Away
Many people know about the immediate effects of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). There are headaches, blackouts, feelings of confusion, mood swings, and sensitivity to light and noise. For many, concussion symptoms will go away within a month. But for others, their...
Don’t Make These 7 Mistakes after a Work Injury
Injured on the job? You may be eligible for workers’ compensation. This is a benefit that is set up to help workers who sustain an injury or illness related to their occupational demands. Perhaps you slipped and fell, strained your back or shoulder due to repetitive...