10 Steps to Take After a Car Crash
Posted on October 25, 2019 in Car Accident
If you were involved in a collision and you suffered serious injuries, we encourage you to seek immediate medical treatment – your health is your top priority. Delaying medical care can result in worsened injuries and a longer recovery time. It can also work against you should you pursue a car accident claim. The judge… read more
Distracted Driving Accident Statistics in Las Vegas
Posted on October 24, 2019 in Car Accident
Distracted driving is a major contributor to car accidents in Clark County. Reckless and negligent drivers engage in distracted driving because they think they can safely multitask. This is never the case. It is impossible for drivers to dedicate 100% of their attention to the road when they are using a mobile device, eating, drinking,… read more
What is Nevada’s Transportation Network?
Posted on October 23, 2019 in Firm News
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) aims to increase the safety of the state’s roadways. The roads undergo maintenance and infrastructure improvements annually, yet these efforts do not always result in safe roadways. Too often, a poorly designed road or hazardous condition causes preventable wrecks. The more you know about Nevada’s roadway maintenance programs, facts,… read more
Posted on October 16, 2019 in Firm News,Personal Injury
The Las Vegas Strip sees over 40 million visitors each year. It is a renowned tourist destination with attractions such as casinos, shows and luxurious hotels. If you are one of the many people visiting The Strip this year – or a resident of Las Vegas spending a night on the town – take your… read more
Posted on October 14, 2019 in Pedestrian Accidents,Personal Injury
Las Vegas, Nevada is one of the country’s most dangerous cities for pedestrians. As one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the U.S., it is not surprising that thousands of pedestrians walk the city on any given day. Unfortunately, unsafe streets, negligent drivers and distracted walkers can lead to serious pedestrian accidents. In five years,… read more
Safest Neighborhoods to Trick-or-Treat in Las Vegas
Posted on October 11, 2019 in Pedestrian Accidents,Personal Injury
Trick-or-treating should end with candy, not catastrophe. Sadly, not all children this year will make it to November 1st without injury. While trick-or-treating is a common and highly anticipated Halloween tradition, it can come with inherent risks to a child’s health and safety. From drunk drivers to candy someone has tampered with, trick-or-treating can come… read more
Posted on September 16, 2019 in Elder Abuse,Personal Injury
Elder abuse is a pervasive problem that impacts many of the world’s vulnerable senior citizens. It is an issue that takes place in thousands of nursing homes, elder care facilities and hospices. A perpetrator may target an elderly person for many reasons: physical weakness, helplessness, mental impairments, power imbalances or money. Victims of elder abuse… read more
Posted on September 13, 2019 in Personal Injury,Product Defect,Product Liability
JUUL is a popular electronic cigarette that packs a potent punch; it contains more than twice the amount of nicotine per cartridge than its competitors. Nicotine has recognized addictive properties and may even impede brain development in young users. Despite manufacturers marketing e-cigarettes as a safer alternative to tobacco products, devices such as JUUL could… read more
Most Dangerous Jobs in Las Vegas
Posted on September 12, 2019 in Personal Injury
A workplace injury can occur at any job. Some workplaces, however, are more dangerous than others. As an employee in Las Vegas, you could have a riskier occupation than your peers depending on where you work. Work injury statistics in Nevada from the Bureau of Labor Statistics say that in 2017, 32 people died in… read more
How Will Uber Freight Affect the Trucking Industry
Posted on August 9, 2019 in Firm News,Personal Injury,Truck Accidents
Uber Freight is a new app to connect truck drivers, carriers and owner-operators to available loads near them. Although it is not the first load-matching app on the market, Uber promises innovative new features such as fixed nonnegotiable rates and seven-day driver payments. As Uber Freight gains traction in the trucking community, many wonder how… read more