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Common Places and Causes of a Slip and Fall Injury
Everyone has experienced an embarrassing trip, often with little more than wounded dignity, but a sudden, serious fall is startling and painful. Many slip-and-fall accidents result in serious injuries, with over 700,000 fall-related injuries treated in emergency rooms in the U.S. each year. While elderly citizens are at the greatest risk of falls and…
Truck Blind Spots: Who Is Liable for an Accident?
Large commercial trucks are involved in numerous traffic accidents in the United States each year. Sadly, these collisions are often deadly for the occupants of the smaller cars. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reports that, in 2020, 4,842 fatal accidents involved large trucks. Many of these accidents were caused by the large truck’s…
Pedestrian Safety Tips for Las Vegas
Las Vegas is famous for its nightlife and walkability – especially down The Strip. Yet it is not always known for pedestrian safety. Pedestrians face many dangers while walking in Las Vegas, such as distracted and intoxicated drivers. Before you take a trip to Las Vegas, learn some pedestrian safety tips to reduce your…
What to Do if a Bicyclist Causes an Accident
Vehicle-bicycle collisions can be devastating for the cyclist, who will almost always suffer worse injuries than the driver of the motor vehicle. However, this does not mean the driver is always at fault. In some cases, the bicyclist is to blame for causing the collision, such as by failing to stop at a stop…
Injured at Work: Should I File for Workers’ Compensation or Personal Injury?
Workplace accidents and injuries happen every day in Nevada. You may never expect to be a victim of one, but if the unexpected happens, it is important to know how to protect your legal rights. You may be eligible for financial compensation through one or more legal outlets. If you are deciding between filing…
The 4 Elements of a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Nevada
If you suffer the loss of a loved one in a traumatic accident in Nevada, your family may be eligible for financial compensation through a Las Vegas wrongful death lawsuit. The ability to file a claim depends on the circumstances of the fatal accident – mainly, whether or not someone else caused or contributed…