Las Vegas Personal Injury Blog

May 3, 2024 \ Personal Injury \ Alex De Castroverde

What Happens if You’re Sued for More Than What Your Insurance Covers?

Insurance companies cover most personal injury claims, most of the time. What they don’t do is cover all personal injury claims all of the time. So what do you do if someone sues you for an amount that is greater than your insurance coverage? There is more than one option, depending on your circumstances. Insurance […]

April 25, 2024 \ Personal Injury \ Alex De Castroverde

What Is the Difference Between Negligence & Negligence Per Se

If you’ve been injured in an accident caused by another person, you likely have a personal injury claim against them. A personal injury case aims to compensate injured parties for the losses incurred because of the accident. Most personal injury cases are brought as negligence claims. There are two types of negligence: standard negligence and […]

April 25, 2024 \ Personal Injury \ Alex De Castroverde

What Are the Safest Forms of Transportation?

Whether you’re traveling a short distance or going on a longer trip, you have various transportation options. Many people wonder what is the safest way to travel, especially when weighing convenience against risk. But which form of transportation is truly the safest? The answer of our personal injury lawyer in Las Vegas might surprise you. […]

April 5, 2024 \ Car Accidents in Las Vegas, NV \ Alex De Castroverde

How Long Does It Take to Get a Settlement Check From A Car Accident in Las Vegas?

If you or a loved one have been involved in a car accident, your road to recovery may include securing a settlement check to cover your damages. If you have medical bills, lost wages, or other damages, it is understandable to wonder how long it may take to get a settlement check from a car […]

March 26, 2024 \ Car Accidents in Las Vegas, NV \ Alex De Castroverde

What To Do If Someone Files a Car Accident Claim Against You in Las Vegas

It can be frustrating to deal with an unjustified car accident claim against you. Unjust claims are filed more often than you might think, but there are countermeasures you can take. Under the right circumstances, you might even turn the tables on the opposing party. Even if the other side’s case is valid, there might […]

March 14, 2024 \ Medical Malpractice \ Alex De Castroverde

What Is the Difference Between Express and Implied Consent?

Personal injury cases often revolve around the issue of consent. Medical malpractice cases, in particular, often involve important issues of patient consent. Two forms of consent are relevant here: express and implied. Informed consent is a prerequisite to either express or implied consent. Informed Consent It’s not enough for a healthcare provider to secure mere […]

March 7, 2024 \ Car Accidents in Las Vegas, NV \ Alex De Castroverde

Which Nevada Cities Have the Most Car Accidents?

Nevada is a popular tourist destination, thanks to a temperate climate most of the year. Visitors also come to enjoy breathtaking desert vistas, major events like Burning Man, and attractions like Red Rock Canyon, Lake Tahoe, Hoover Dam, and, of course, Las Vegas. As of March 2023, visitor volume in Las Vegas alone was tallied […]

March 5, 2024 \ Nevada Law \ Alex De Castroverde

At What Age Can Kids Sit in the Front Seat of a Car in Nevada?

The back seat is safer in a car accident. A vehicle occupant is more likely to hit the dashboard or get ejected through the windshield when sitting in the front seat. More importantly, children in the front seat can suffer airbag injuries when the airbag bursts from its housing and strikes them. For this reason, […]

February 28, 2024 \ Car Accidents in Las Vegas, NV \ Alex De Castroverde

Why Do Rear-End Collisions Happen, and Who’s To Blame?

According to the National Safety Council (NSC), rear-end collisions made up 17.9% of all fatal car accidents in 2021 — directly causing a frightening 3,600 deaths. But why do these car accidents happen in Las Vegas, and who is to blame for their alarming frequency? Rear-End Collisions Are Usually the Fault of the Driver in […]

February 28, 2024 \ Car Accidents in Las Vegas, NV \ Alex De Castroverde

Can I Have Just One Drink and Be Safe To Drive in Las Vegas?

Everyone understands the risks involved in driving while intoxicated. Alcohol impairment significantly increases reaction times, reduces awareness, and skewers judgment. Yet, many insist they are perfectly fine to drive after one drink. The problem is that one’s own judgment of whether they are fine to drive becomes altered after one drink. Alcohol DUI Nevada There […]