Las Vegas Personal Injury
Law news and updates:Can I Sue for my Child’s Sports-related TBI Even Though I Signed a Waiver?
It can be unnerving to watch your child play certain sports when you know about the risks for traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). TBIs are defined as brain dysfunction caused by an outside force, such as a blow to the head. Examples include the impact from another...
Watch for These Car Accident Injuries that May Not Show up Until Later
There are so many things to process in the wake of a car wreck: What just happened? Where did that car come from? Was it my fault? Do I need to call the police? Are my passengers OK? Is my car OK? How much is this all going to cost me? With all of this swirling around...
When should an injury victim hire a lawyer instead of attempting to file a claim alone?
Getting in a car accident is scary and overwhelming and can put you in a state of shock. You may be tempted to handle your case on your own. Even if your case seems simple now, you case could be challenging to navigate alone. Keep reading to learn which circumstances...
Why You Need a Workers’ Compensation Attorney for Your Workplace Injury
Ann works in a busy restaurant. One evening, while rushing to get an order to a patron, she slips in a puddle of freshly spilled soda. She bangs her head on a table on the way down, then lands hard on her back. When she tries to stand up, things just don’t feel right....
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...