Las Vegas Personal Injury
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When Your Las Vegas Super Bowl Trip Ends in an Uber or Lyft Accident
With so many people traveling to Las Vegas for the Super Bowl, there will be a frenzy of rideshare drivers running fans from the airport to the hotel, restaurants, and the big game. Rideshare programs are great, allowing people to reach their destinations...
Important Deadlines for Filing a Workers’ Compensation Case in Las Vegas
We work to live, but, at times, work can be hazardous to our health. According to the most recent report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 2.7 cases of employer-reported injuries and illnesses per 100 full-time employees. The most common of these...
Injured in Vegas during Super Bowl LVIII? 7 FAQs for You
There’s nothing quite like the Super Bowl. The excitement in the air is electrifying as thousands surge to their feet at a touchdown or interception. They brave the cold, the crowds, and the traffic to share in their team’s glorious victory. Unfortunately, amidst the...
What Changes Have You Seen in the Last 20 Years With the Way Injury Claims Are Handled?
From cell phones to smart cars to trains driven by AI, our world looks different from 20 years ago. In our technology-driven world, things are constantly changing and evolving. Things in the legal world are no different. How personal injury claims are handled looks a...
Will Medical Treatment Increase my Personal Injury Settlement?
Personal injury lawsuits represent a great clash of interests: You (the plaintiff) want fair compensation for the injuries that you have suffered through no fault of your own. On the other hand, the insurance company representing the defendant (the person you claim...
Can I Get Worker’s Compensation for Repetitive Strain Injuries?
You probably know that worker’s compensation is for the big injuries: the slips and falls, the broken bones, the concussions, the cuts and burns. But it’s also for the more subtle injuries that develop over time when your body sits or stands in a certain position. Or...
Would You Prefer a New or Experienced Lawyer for an Injury Case?
When it comes to your personal injury lawsuit, you want to make sure your case is in the most capable hands. You may think that means you need an experienced attorney, but that’s not always the case. Both new and established lawyers bring important skills to the...
When Workplace Injuries Lead To Depression (and other Mental Illness)
It should come as no surprise that immediately after a severe and debilitating workplace injury, you might experience feelings of loss, depression, and anxiety. This adjustment period can have a steep learning curve as you struggle to find the new normal. You may...
How Do Factors Like Age and Pre-Existing Conditions Affect Case Values?
Age and pre-existing conditions have the potential to substantially complicate personal injury cases. For example, two people slip on a patch of ice in front of a business. While one person’s injuries are minor, the other person, who happened to have severe...
7 Secrets Insurance Companies Don’t Want You to Know After a Car Wreck
No matter how kind and empathetic the insurance agent sounds on the phone, it’s important to remember that they are an employee of a business with one goal: to maximize their profits. After a car wreck, your body may be injured and hurting. Your mind may be swirling...
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...