Seat belts have been shown to save lives and reduce the severity of injuries in many crashes. Like many states, Nevada has laws about buckling up. However, how do these laws impact you if you were involved in a crash while not wearing a seat belt? Can you still seek compensation for your damages? At […]
Recent polls show that more than 68 percent of adults today support legalizing marijuana for recreational use. According to 2020 Census Bureau statistics, more than 145 million Americans already live in a state where the recreational use of marijuana is legal. In 2016, Nevada also passed laws legalizing marijuana – these laws went into effect […]
Many people enjoy posting details about their personal lives on one or more social media platforms. Some car crash victims may even decide to share information about their car crash and recovery journey in one or more TikTok posts. Is this a good idea? Could videos or photos shared on TikTok, or other social media […]
After being involved in a traffic accident, victims already have a lot to handle. However, what if that incident turns out to be a staged car crash? How do you protect your ability to recover your losses if the driver tries to shift the blame to you? Unfortunately, car crash scams are a real thing. […]
Many older drivers are able to enjoy independence well into their seventies and beyond. Some, however, may develop certain medical conditions that may make activities like driving unsafe. Helping older drivers recognize their limitations and when it is time to stop driving is difficult. What happens if an elderly parent continues to drive, despite developing […]
Hundreds of people die in red light crashes each year, and thousands more are injured. These numbers include drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists and vehicle passengers. While those who ignore traffic signals are often at fault, learn why proving blame for a red-light crash is rarely simple. High Stakes Injury Law discuss red-light crashes, including when others […]
Getting a driver’s license is an important step in helping teens become more independent. However, because of a lack of driving experience and maturity, a teen driver is more at risk for causing a serious crash. This may raise a lot of valid questions for parents of teen drivers. For instance, can you be liable […]
Can victims of car theft be held liable if a thief crashes their car? What is a car owner’s responsibility in this situation? If the victim’s vehicle is recovered, but damaged, will insurance still pay to repair or replace it? Learn more about what could happen if your vehicle is stolen and then involved in […]
If you were involved in a car crash while driving with an expired tag, you may wonder how it may affect your legal options. Can you still file an injury claim against the at-fault driver? Will you be ticketed or face other penalties? What if your vehicle was struck by a vehicle with an expired […]
In Las Vegas, a police report needs to be filed within 10 days of a car crash. It provides critical details about the incident, vehicles and drivers involved. However, what if you get this report for an injury claim only to find it contains one or more mistakes? Can you get police report errors removed […]
Memory loss after a car crash or any other traumatic event is common. Often, the inability to remember what happened is short-lived. However, memory loss could last longer or even be permanent. Learn more about memory loss after a crash, including whether it could prevent victims from seeking compensation. High Stakes Injury Law is a […]
Being involved in a car crash is traumatic, both for the at-fault driver and the injured victim or victims. However, some collisions, including a Las Vegas hit-and-run accident, are especially traumatic and even horrific. Victims left at the scene, especially pedestrians and cyclists, are often further injured by other vehicles. What began as a terrible […]
Having your car break down while driving is inconvenient at best. It can also be extremely dangerous if there is no safe place to pull over. Often, drivers may pull onto the shoulder to assess the problem or call and wait for roadside assistance. Nevada has move over laws to help protect disabled, utility and […]
If you drive, you have likely experienced stopping at an intersection where your view of oncoming traffic is blocked. It is a frustrating experience and often nerve-racking for most drivers. How can you tell if it is safe to go through the intersection when your line of sight is blocked? If you are unsure about […]
When a car accident happens on a public road, drivers look to the insurance company to cover the damages. However, if there is a crash on private property, drivers may be unsure what to do next. Should you call police to the crash scene? Who is liable for the damages? Does insurance still apply? At […]
While it is hot for much of the year in Las Vegas, we still get rain, particularly in the winter months, which are rapidly approaching. Wet weather crashes in Las Vegas are a serious risk to local and out-of-state drivers after any amount of rainfall. Statistics show that rain causes more crashes across the U.S. […]
Drivers buy auto insurance policies as protection in case they are involved in a car crash. In return, they expect their insurance company will not act in bad faith and will fairly handle any claim that arises. However, what if you are in a crash and your claim is wrongly denied or not even properly […]
Delayed car crash symptoms are common, even following a minor accident. Some symptoms are more visible, while others may be unapparent for hours, days or weeks afterward. Many crash victims may think because they do not see a wound or feel much pain, they do not need to go the hospital. However, not getting examined […]
Traffic accidents create a lot of unexpected issues for victims. In addition to seeking medical care for any injuries, there are also medical costs, property damages, and the insurance company to deal with. Often, the best decision an injured victim can make after a car crash is to seek legal help. At High Stakes Injury […]
When driver negligence leads to a car crash, serious injuries and costly property damage can occur. One very common type of negligent driving behavior is the misuse of high beams. When oncoming motorists cannot see due to the bright lights of another driver’s high beams, even for a few seconds, the natural reaction is to […]
