Nevada is among the most dangerous states to operate a motor vehicle in. The number of fatal car accidents in the state jumped by 3.3 percent between 2019 and 2020. Many more result in serious injuries to drivers, including traumatic brain injury (TBI). Here is...
And Strategic Representation
Personal Injury
Do car accidents lead to ER visits?
A car accident does not need to be a head-on collision at high speeds to cause dire injuries. Merely bumping another vehicle could result in a trip to a Nevada emergency room. Whiplash might not be as severe as a broken neck, but it may be vital to have a doctor check...
What are common premises liability hazards?
Walking on someone's property comes with a reasonable expectation that the owner or manager follows common-sense safety steps. Leaving a rake and a pile of leaves on the sidewalk unattended presents a hazard, and not repairing driveway damage at a Nevada business...
What is required to prove negligence if injured
Anyone who is injured in an accident in Nevada that was caused by another party could potentially have a legal case for financial compensation when they can prove their claim. There are established rules for proving responsibility that center around causation and...
Could a car accident result in a spinal fracture?
The unpredictable nature of car accidents means injuries could range from minor or severe. Many Nevada vehicle collisions cause terrible injuries because mitigating factors increased the chances of greater harm. A vehicle traveling over 50 miles per hour may cause...
Being injured increases if you’re in the backseat
While most people in Nevada think that sitting in the front seat of a car increases your chances of getting injured in a car accident, they might be wrong. Sitting in the backseat has a higher risk of fatalities and serious injuries. Most passengers in the backseat...
Teens are more likely to be in fatal car accidents
There are thousands of deaths every year caused by car accidents, so it is always important to drive safely and to be aware of your surroundings. Here is some information about fatal car accidents and which demographics in Nevada are more likely to end up in a fatal...
Why did 2020 experience more car accident deaths?
2020 saw a decrease in the number of people behind the wheel, a result that apparently impacted driving behavior. With fewer drivers on Nevada roads, a reasonable assumption would be that there were fewer fatalities. A review of accident statistics reveals a...
Tragic accident is a reminder of the dangers of driving too close to bicycles
A horrific crash that claimed the lives of five Las Vegas residents late last year is a grim reminder of the danger bicyclists face when a negligent driver is near them on the road. According to KLAS-TV, the five were struck and killed while riding their bikes...
Not everything stays in Vegas
When you plan a vacation to Las Vegas, you have abundant attractions to choose from to create an experience of a lifetime. You probably hope to win big at the casinos and check out some shows. And no matter what you do, you aim to have a good time. People often enjoy...