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November 1, 2023/ Uncategorized

Helmet Laws in Nevada: A Full Guide

Motorcycle helmet laws have a long and confusing history. States started passing these laws in the 1960s after research showed their effectiveness. The U.S. Congress even got involved, briefly mandating that states pass laws requiring helmet use. But helmet mandates have provoked strong protests from libertarians despite evidence showing that helmets reduce injuries and deaths. […]

October 12, 2023/ Uncategorized

What Is the Difference Between a Claim and a Lawsuit in Nevada?

The terms “claim” and “lawsuit” are both important to anyone who has been injured by someone else’s negligence and is seeking compensation for the damages they suffered, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Filing a claim versus a lawsuit is a much different process. There are also advantages and drawbacks to […]

October 12, 2023/ Uncategorized

What Is Causation?

Causation sounds simple enough. But in the context of a personal injury case, it isn’t always straightforward. For example, if Car A is speeding and runs a red light, crashing into Car B, then Car A caused the accident. Right? But suppose the brakes on Car A were just improperly repaired by a mechanic and […]

October 6, 2023/ Uncategorized

How Are Pain and Suffering Damages Calculated?

If you suffer an injury that Nevada personal injury law holds someone else liable for, you have a personal injury claim. In most cases, you can seek compensation for economic damages, such as medical expenses, and non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering. “Pain and suffering” is a legal term that varies in meaning from […]

October 6, 2023/ Uncategorized

What Is Negligence Under Nevada Law?

Negligence is the basis for most personal injury claims in Nevada. It is the failure to act with a level of care that a reasonable person would have used if they had been in the same circumstances. When someone negligently causes an injury or accident, they can be liable for the victim’s injuries, financial losses, […]

September 14, 2023/ Uncategorized

Timeline of a Las Vegas Personal Injury Case

It is impossible to reduce any personal injury claim to a definite timeline. Parts of the legal process work more like an “if/then” flowchart than a linear process. Nevertheless, a description of the typical timeline of a Las Vegas personal injury case can give you an idea of what to expect. Collect Evidence at the […]

September 14, 2023/ Uncategorized

What is a Personal Injury Case?

A personal injury claim arises when you suffer harm that the law holds someone else responsible for. Typically, this means the at-fault party and/or an insurance company. Although defamation is sometimes characterized as a “personal injury,” most personal injury lawyers handle claims of physical injury, not injury to someone’s reputation, as in a defamation case. […]

September 13, 2023/ Uncategorized

Contingency Fees in Las Vegas Explained

Hiring a lawyer can be a big expense for many people. Fortunately, when you hire a lawyer they often have payment structures that make paying for their services easier. One of those payment structures is a contingency fee. Contingency fees allow the lawyer to receive a portion of the monetary amount that their client receives […]

September 13, 2023/ Uncategorized

What are Economic Damages?

When you are involved in an accident in Las Vegas, you may be able to receive compensation for your injuries and property damage. Damages are the remedy that courts award to injured parties in a civil case. There are two types of damages that you may be able to recover in a personal injury case: […]

September 13, 2023/ Uncategorized

How Non-Economic Damages Are Valued in Nevada

If you have suffered an injury that someone else is legally responsible for, you should demand damages from the responsible party. Nevada recognizes three types of damages: economic damages, non-economic damages, and punitive damages. Non-economic damages represent intangible losses that are difficult to quantify. Types of Non-Economic Damages Following is a list of the most […]