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. […]
Accident victims injured because of another driver’s negligence are likely eligible to seek compensation for their damages. However, what if the injured victim had an injury that was preexisting? Would this prevent the victim from being able to recover damages from the at-fault party? At High Stakes Injury Law, we have decades of experience helping […]
Car crash victims face disruption from their normal lives, an unexpected financial burden and sometimes, may never fully recover. Getting the medical care you need is expensive, even for minor injuries, so recovering maximum compensation to help pay for those damages is important. While there are no guarantees in the legal process, there are steps […]
What is Meant by the “Reasonable Person Standard”? The outcome of every personal injury case hinges on proving that the defendant acted negligently, which caused injury to the plaintiff. But how does the court determine whether the defendant’s actions were negligent and not simply an honest mistake or an unavoidable accident? The “reasonable person standard” […]
Why Is Physical Therapy Necessary After A Car Accident? You may face a long road to recovery if you’ve been injured in a car accident. The force of a crash can leave victims with shattered bones, whiplash, spinal issues, and more. These injuries can seriously impede your ability to perform daily tasks or return to […]
How Can You Avoid the Most Common Car Accident Injuries? When you travel to work, bring your kids to school, or go out to get groceries in your vehicle, you rarely think about the risks posed by a potential car accident. However, according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), upwards of […]
What Should You Do If Your Car is Totaled After an Accident? Some crashes are so violent that the vehicles involved are damaged to the point where they are no longer safe or practical to drive. If your insurance company determines that your car would be too expensive to repair, they will likely deem it […]
Personal Injury vs. Bodily Injury: What’s the Difference? While personal injury and bodily injury may sound like they are referring to the same thing, these two terms have distinct meanings when used in a legal sense. It can be helpful to remember that while a bodily injury and its associated costs may be part of […]
What Are the Differences Between First-Party and Third-Party Personal Injury Insurance Claims? After you’ve suffered losses in an accident, it can be confusing to know who to contact to begin the process of seeking compensation for your damages. Do you file a claim with your own insurance company, the at-fault party’s insurance, or both? Understanding […]
What Happens After a Deposition in a Car Accident Case? A deposition is an expected part of a car accident case, but it is an event that often causes stress for car accident victims. The thought of answering questions under oath can be intimidating, and many people fear misspeaking. However, your legal team will ensure […]
How Should You Respond to a Slip and Fall Accident? If you’ve ever suffered a fall in public, you know it can hurt your pride as well as your body. However, it’s important to remember that a slip and fall accident can lead to serious and costly injuries that can potentially impact you for the […]
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice in Nevada? A statute of limitations defines the amount of time during which an injured party is eligible to file a claim against a defendant. This time limit keeps the justice system moving and prevents individuals from waiting until important evidence is lost or destroyed. Every […]
What Happens If You Leave The Scene of an Accident? The suddenness of a car accident can be shocking. In the aftermath of a crash, drivers may panic and consider leaving the scene, especially if they and their car suffered little to no damage. However, this choice can leave a driver open to serious criminal […]
Is It Always Your Fault if You Rear End Someone? When a rear-end accident occurs, it is often assumed that the driver who ran into the front vehicle is at fault. The argument is that they should have seen the front car stop and hit the brakes in time to prevent the accident. However, not […]
In premises liability claims, a property owner generally failed to make their property safe and secure for any visitors, customers, or clients to the property. A slip and fall accident is just one type of such premises liability claims, and others can include: While there can be many examples of premises liability claims, they typically […]
If you are curious about the average settlement for a truck accident, you are not alone. Anyone that has ever considered legal action following a collision with a commercial vehicle has wondered what their claim might be worth. Truck accidents accounted for more than 4,100 fatalities in 2018 alone, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway […]
Following a collision, you may have questions regarding the average settlement for a car accident. The bottom line is that every case is different. Every claim is as unique as the motor vehicle accident that prompted it. Since no two cases are exactly alike, calculating the average settlement for car accident claims is difficult. Yet, […]
If your loved one suffers an injury or illness at the nursing home, you may suspect nursing home neglect. Nursing home neglect is a situation where the inaction of a caregiver leads to injury or illness for the nursing home resident. Had the caregiver taken the proper action, the injury likely would not have happened. […]
Elopement takes place when a resident of a nursing home leaves the property without supervision or permission. This is similar to the concept of “wandering,” except wandering is typically used to describe this behavior when the resident is still within the grounds of the nursing home. Due to their advanced age, nursing home residents are […]
If your loved one is suffering from health problems related to a lack of water intake, then they are suffering from dehydration neglect in their nursing home. This occurs when caregivers at the facility do not ensure the residents are drinking enough water to maintain their health. This dehydration effect can lead to significant health […]
