You can find a good motorcycle accident lawyer by: The aftermath of a motorcycle accident can be a challenging time for both you and your loved ones. A lawyer can shoulder many of the burdens that go into filing a successful claim or lawsuit. NRS §11.190(4)(e) may limit the amount of time that you have to file […]
Per the American Bar Association (ABA), no, you typically do not have to go to court for a motorcycle accident. Oftentimes, motorcycle accident cases are settled out of court through negotiations between the injured claimants and the liable insurance companies. Should negotiations fail, however, then the injured party may need to file a lawsuit to recover […]
Yes, you can sue for a rear-end motorcycle collision. In this instance, your case would be filed against the motorist who hit you. The American Bar Association (ABA) notes that a majority of motorcycle accident cases are settled without the need to go to court. However, if the insurance company denies your claim, employs bad faith insurance […]
Yes, you can sue for a rear-end motorcycle collision. In this instance, your case would be filed against the motorist who hit you. The American Bar Association (ABA) notes that a majority of motorcycle accident cases are settled without the need to go to court. However, if the insurance company denies your claim, employs bad faith insurance […]
In some circumstances, you can sue someone personally after a motorcycle accident. Most accident cases involve the pursuit of accident-related losses. This process begins with filing an insurance claim. If you cannot get all your accident-related damages paid through this settlement, you can sue the liable party personally for the remaining figure of damages. How […]
Sometimes after a crash, the other driver might admit to being at fault and may even offer you cash at the scene. At first, this could seem like a great way to avoid the hassle of calling the police or filing an insurance claim. However, there are many reasons accepting a cash offer from the […]
When wild or domestic animals stray or dart into a roadway the situation could be so unexpected it could cause a crash. Sometimes a driver in that situation may manage to avoid hitting the animal in the road but hit another vehicle or object instead. After being involved in a domestic or wildlife car crash, […]
Most crashes are caused by human error, negligence or reckless behavior. However, there could be other factors, such as an ignored vehicle recall, that either contributed to a crash or made it more serious. Hundreds of vehicles are recalled each year across the U.S. for various reasons. From a defective airbag that fails to deploy […]
It is not uncommon for a passing pickup truck or other vehicle to throw a stone or other piece of road debris. However, what if a larger item falls onto your car and causes you to crash? Can you seek compensation for your injuries and other losses? Who could be liable and how do you […]
U-turns are a convenient way to quickly turn a vehicle around. However, this maneuver can also be extremely dangerous when drivers ignore traffic laws or proper safety measures. Determining fault for any traffic accident is rarely straightforward, but U-turn crashes are unique since they are not always legal. Crash scene investigators will need to first […]
When talking about car crashes and seeking compensation for injuries, the focus is often on the drivers. However, passengers may also suffer severe injuries in a collision. These injuries could result in significant medical costs, lost wages and other damages. Do these crash victims have any rights? At High Stakes Injury Law, we understand why […]
After a crash, victims often seek compensation for their damages in claims against the at-fault party’s insurance company. Although most injury cases are resolved through settlements negotiated out of court, the legal process takes time. Some victims may not want to wait months or years for their case to settle. Could pursuing an alternative dispute […]
Las Vegas is a place where people like to cut loose, and that often means drinking a lot of alcohol. Unfortunately, far too many people drink and then get behind the wheel and cause dangerous crashes. Drunk driver crashes often result in serious injuries that affect victims for a long time. If you were injured […]
How can you prove the driver who hit my car nodded off at the wheel, and how is liability assessed in this situation? At High Stakes Injury Law, we have been handling car crash claims for decades, which means we know how to handle difficult cases. We also have a strong history of getting results, […]
Blind spots are a common road risk every driver experiences. Knowing where these reduced visibility zones are on your vehicle and on larger, commercial vehicles may help you to avoid a serious collision. Learn more about blind-spot crashes, including why proving liability is challenging and how a qualified attorney may benefit your case. At High […]
Many crash victims may use an online claim settlement calculator to help them find out how much their case could be worth. After trying multiple online calculators, however, victims may begin to wonder why the estimates on these sites vary so much. At High Stakes Injury Law, we can tell you that these calculators are […]
Car insurance is necessary, but unfortunately, it is also not cheap. Drivers often look for discounts that can help them save money. One way to save money is through your auto insurance carrier’s good driver discount program. Many large insurance companies offer similar programs to their policyholders. If you join a good driver program, you […]
If you suffered a back injury from a crash, you may be eligible to recover compensation. However, because back injuries are so common, the insurance company will likely push back and try to devalue or deny your claim. They may say your back injury was not caused by the crash; that it was preexisting or […]
If a driver lies to the police or insurers about causing your crash, it can become much more difficult to prove what really happened, and the insurance company may even deny your claim. How can you protect your ability to recover compensation for your medical costs and other damages? In Nevada, there are several laws […]
A car crash is a difficult experience, even when the damages are minor. However, few injury claims are as straightforward as they first appear. When things get complicated, as they often do, victims may make decisions based on myths/misconceptions that could hurt their claim. At High Stakes Injury Law, we are prepared to protect your […]
