Posted on May 14, 2019 in Personal Injury,Premises Liability
Nevada is one of the most popular tourist states in the U.S. thanks to Las Vegas, and millions of people visit Las Vegas’ casinos every year. Slip and fall accidents may at first sound like minor issues, but the reality is that these incidents account for roughly one million emergency room visits every year, and… read more
Can Anesthesia Malpractice Cause Brain Damage?
Posted on May 10, 2019 in brain injury,Personal Injury
Anesthesia is a vital part of modern medical treatment, allowing patients to undergo complex surgical procedures that would be otherwise too painful to endure. Anesthesia comes in many forms, but essentially all forms of anesthesia exist to dull pain sensations and lull a patient into an unconscious state so he or she can safely receive… read more
Will My Auto Insurance Cover Aftermarket Parts?
Posted on May 8, 2019 in Car Accident,Personal Injury
If your vehicle needs repairs, you may need to purchase replacement parts. Ideally, you should purchase parts from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) that supplied the original parts to your vehicle. However, this is not always possible, and aftermarket parts may be necessary for some repair jobs. Additionally, many aftermarket parts come from the same… read more
Nevada Car Inspection Laws 2019
Posted on April 14, 2019 in Personal Injury
Every Nevada vehicle owner must follow the state’s laws concerning vehicle inspections. Whether you plan to move to Nevada, purchase your first vehicle in Nevada, or purchase an out-of-state vehicle as a Nevada resident, you must ensure your vehicle meets Nevada’s inspection laws. The laws apply to all Nevada vehicles, including those purchased out of… read more
What to Expect from a Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery
Posted on April 10, 2019 in brain injury,Personal Injury
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are some of the most serious injuries a person can suffer. These injuries also have unpredictable effects; no two brain injury cases are the same and two people who suffer similar TBIs will likely have vastly different experiences when it comes to the severity of their symptoms, how long those symptoms… read more
Difference Between a Serious and a Mild Brain Injury
Posted on February 12, 2019 in brain injury,Personal Injury
The brain can sustain many different types of injuries, with a wide variety of accompanying symptoms. It is a complex organ with unpredictable reactions to damage. Doctors categorize brain injuries based on their severity for a better idea of how they may affect a victim. A mild brain injury may have symptoms that dissipate in… read more
Can My Pre-Existing Condition Affect My Injury Lawsuit?
Posted on January 15, 2019 in Personal Injury
Many victims of personal injury accidents have pre-existing medical conditions prior to their incidents. Unfortunately, pre-existing conditions can complicate a victim’s damages claim. Pre-existing injuries or conditions may require the victim to prove, through medical records or expert testimony, that the injury in question does not relate to the pre-existing issue. It could also force… read more
Illegal Firework Laws in Las Vegas
Posted on July 6, 2018 in Personal Injury
Many people enjoy setting off fireworks to celebrate holidays in Nevada, however, what laws are in place in the state? Setting off fireworks in Las Vegas after the Fourth of July can bring legal trouble. In 2016, approximately 11,000 people across the country suffered injuries from fireworks severe enough to warrant hospitalization. Firework Legality Timeframe… read more
Can I File a Lawsuit Against a Casino in Las Vegas?
Posted on April 23, 2018 in Personal Injury
If you’re considering a lawsuit against a casino, you need an experienced legal team. At Claggett & Sykes Law Firm, we can help. People from all over the world travel to play the slots and tables in Las Vegas casinos. The demand is high for casinos in Clark County, giving rise to a thriving gambling… read more