Motorcycles are more challenging to spot and provide less protection for the rider and passengers, increasing the risk of collisions and catastrophic harm. For these and other reasons, motorcycle accidents are different from car accidents. Additionally, you could seek compensation if someone else caused your motorcycle accident and injuries. We may be able to help. […]
Workers’ compensation does not pay a full salary in Nevada. Depending on your physical restrictions after sustaining an injury at work, you could qualify for up to two-thirds (66.66 percent) of your former weekly wages. Even though this is not a full salary, workers’ compensation benefits were designed to help injured workers survive financially while […]
You do not generally have to go to court for a truck accident. In fact, the American Bar Association (ABA) states that very few lawsuits go to trial, with most settling before the plaintiff has to go to court. If you are offered a settlement amount that you and your lawyer view to be fair, then you […]
No, you do not necessarily have to go to court for a car accident. Generally, filing a lawsuit is not the first option after an auto accident, as most cases are settled out of court, per the American Bar Association (ABA). However, everybody’s case is different. While you could file a claim with the liable insurance […]
If the police determine that you violated a traffic law when they respond to your car accident, you may receive a traffic ticket. Regardless of who bears the fault for an accident, drivers may receive a ticket if the police find that they violated a traffic law before the accident occurred. Likewise, if neither party […]
No, you do not always get a settlement from a car accident. However, by working with a personal injury lawyer, you can take the first step toward protecting your right to compensation. When you work with a lawyer, they can file your claim, manage communications with the involved parties, and review your coverage options. How […]
You do not have to accept the insurance adjuster’s offer after making a claim. Sometimes, insurance adjusters make an offer before they understand the full extent of your injuries and losses. An initial settlement offer may not compensate you for future losses associated with the long-term effects of your injuries, such as rehabilitative therapy or […]
Some law firms will charge you a consultation fee to discuss your case, while others will offer it for free. If a law firm does charge for consultations, they may use a fixed rate or charge their normal hourly fee. Most initial consultations do not involve a direct conversation with a lawyer; rather, a representative […]
After getting hurt in a car accident without insurance in Las Vegas, an injury lawyer with our firm can help you with your legal options. After reviewing your insurance policy, we can determine if you can recover compensation through: Don’t let the other party’s negligence keep you from getting the financial recovery you need. Ways […]
If you are not at fault in a car accident and the other driver has no insurance, you may still be able to recover damages. If you have UM/UIM coverage under your policy, you can make a claim through your own provider. If not, you can file a personal injury lawsuit against the other driver. […]
If you were involved in a car accident while driving a leased car, you must report what happened to: Contacting these entities might seem intimidating, especially if you’re suffering injuries from the accident. If you hire a lawyer from our firm, we can take over all communication and help you recoup your damages stemming from […]
Car accident settlements vary based on: However, other factors can play a role in a settlement’s value, even intangible losses (such as the ways the accident affected your career and your quality of life). Below, we review some car accident settlement examples that can help you get a general understanding of how cases are valued. […]
You can get a police report for a car accident in Nevada online. The reporting system is maintained by the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP), and you may have to pay a nominal fee to receive your copy. Collecting the police report for your accident’s evidence file is a good step to take for building your case. […]
Following a car accident for which you were not at fault, we recommend: Doing all of these tasks and others can help protect your right to seek compensation. With the help of our car accident lawyers, we can assist you throughout the legal process so you can focus on your recovery. Protecting Your Rights after […]
There is no average settlement value for a concussion in a car accident, as these cases can be quite different in terms of how they affect an accident victim’s health and their wallet. However, the total cost of treating your injuries will be a major consideration when your case’s value is established. Other factors that […]
You can sue for a rear-end truck collision, but you may want to consider whether a lawsuit is the most appropriate action before doing so. There may be benefits to suing rather than taking other actions such as an insurance claim, but every truck accident victim should consider their options individually. Your lawyer will provide […]
If you were injured in a car accident, and the liable insurance company does not extend a fair settlement offer, then you may opt to file a lawsuit. When you go to court for a car accident, there are many different elements that come into play. Essentially, you will need to provide evidence to show […]
If the at-fault party in your accident does not have truck insurance, then your own insurance or the insurance of the trucking company could cover your losses. You may also have the option of bringing a lawsuit against liable parties in the case that insurance does not cover your losses. A lawyer can explain the […]
If you get into an auto accident and find that the at-fault party doesn’t have car insurance, do not assume that you will not be compensated for any injuries and/or damage to your vehicle. It can surely be disconcerting to discover an uninsured driver struck you, but you have other options for coverage. The Insurance Information […]
Rental car accidents require dealing with the rental company and their insurance, in addition to the drivers involved in the crash. In some cases, the rental company can be held at fault for damages, such as past and future medical bills, past lost wages, future loss of earning capacity, past and future pain and suffering. […]
