Property owners are responsible for maintaining their trees in a safe condition and may be liable when tree-cutting accidents cause serious injuries to or the deaths of others. While properly caring for trees requires Nevada property owners to trim them, treat tree diseases, and cut down dead or damaged trees,[…]
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A horrific beating death at Circus Circus could result in a finding of liability against the casino for providing inadequate security. The beating, which occurred in Reno, Nevada, resulted in the death of a 38-year-old hotel guest. Hotels and casinos have to protect their guests, including by providing security. When[…]
Like driving under the influence of alcohol, driving after using drugs or certain medications may cause impairments that increase motorists’ crash risk. As a result of drugged driving crashes, the drivers who used illicit substances, the passengers in their vehicles, or those with whom they share the road may suffer[…]
Residential fires may occur due to carelessness, ignorance, or negligence on the part of homeowners, and may result in serious injuries or death for them, their families, or others. Between 2013 and 2017, the National Fire Protection Association reports that home fires caused on average 11,220 injuries each year and[…]
Choosing the right attorney to represent them following an accident in an Uber or Lyft rideshare may help injured passengers obtain the compensation they need and deserve. Rideshare applications have gained increasing popularity as a method for getting from point A to point B. Uber, the leader in the ride-hailing[…]
Packed auto insurance policies that include uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage and personal injury protection are recommended by car accident attorneys in Las Vegas to help ensure drivers are covered if they are involved in a crash. Nevada Minimum Liability Insurance Is Not Enough Nevada drivers are required to carry motor vehicle[…]
Wrong-way drivers are a deadly threat for motorists in Southern Nevada. When drivers travel down the wrong side of the road, they turn their vehicles into fast-moving missiles that can cause injury or death in the blink of an eye. This past year, the Nevada Highway Patrol responded to over 400[…]
Motor vehicle accident risk fluctuates throughout the day, and there are times when accidents are more prone to occur. Drivers can reduce their risk by changing their schedules and avoiding travel during these times. This won’t eliminate the risk, but it does help mitigate it. The Busiest Times of Day[…]
More than 42 million tourists visit Las Vegas each year, and a significant number leave with personal injuries. When a trip to the strip leads to souvenirs that bleed, break, burn, or hurt, tourists should pursue immediate treatment to help reduce the potential for long-term harm and create a local[…]
Boxers, football players, and others who suffer repeated blows to the head can suffer serious consequences that can include memory loss, loss of limb or organ function, and cognitive impairments. They are also more prone to develop Alzheimer’s and other dementias. The rate of traumatic brain injuries in the United[…]