18
Mar
How To Bring a Personal Injury Claim Against the State of Nevada
You can sue the at-fault party for damages when you are injured in Nevada. Damages for a personal injury claim can include reimbursement for your financial losses (economic damages) and compensation for the pain and suffering you experience (non-economic damages). In a few cases...
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18
Mar
7 Common Types of Motorcycle Crashes in Las Vegas and How To Avoid Them
Riding a motorcycle is inherently more dangerous than driving a car or another similar kind of motor vehicle. One reason is that motorcycles do not have a protective metal frame around them that keeps the rider (relatively) safe from harm. Another reason is that motorcycles gener...
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18
Mar
How Much Money Can You Get From a Pedestrian Accident Claim Involving a Car in Reno, Nevada?
Pedestrian accidents have risen in the United States over the past decade. From 2010 through 2020, pedestrian deaths increased by 54%, while deaths from all other traffic crashes increased by 13%. It is a documented fact that pedestrians hit by motor vehicles sustain severe and l...
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18
Mar
How To Find a Personal Injury Lawyer in Las Vegas, Nevada
You could benefit from sound legal advice if you sustained injuries in an accident or other incident. However, this might be the first time you need to hire an attorney. If so, it can be difficult to know where to begin searching for a personal injury lawyer in Las Vegas, NV. The...
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18
Mar
The Difference Between Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury in Nevada
If you were hurt while on the job, you probably have a lot of questions. You may have heard of a personal injury case and a worker’s compensation claim, but perhaps you don’t understand the differences. In fact, you may not know what applies in your situation. It is essential to ...
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18
Mar
12 Rules for Giving a Deposition In a Las Vegas Personal Injury Case
Most personal injury cases settle through negotiations with the at-fault party or their insurance provider. However, if you file a personal injury lawsuit, you might be required to provide a deposition. Your Las Vegas injury lawyer works with you to prepare for the deposition, in...
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18
Mar
How To File a Las Vegas Car Accident Claim With Allstate
In Nevada, in-state drivers must carry a minimum amount of car accident insurance coverage. Additionally, Nevada is an “at-fault” state when it comes to car accidents. This means that a driver responsible for causing an accident is also financially responsible for any...
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18
Mar
Can I Continue To Drive My Car After an Accident in Reno, NV?
Whether you should continue to drive your car after an accident depends on the damage to your vehicle and whether it is safe to drive. However, it also depends on your physical injuries and state of mind. What Is the Condition of Your Vehicle After a Car Accident in Reno? The pol...
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18
Mar
Do You Have To Wear a Motorcycle Helmet in Nevada?
Like many states, Nevada enforces a universal helmet law requiring riders and passengers to wear helmets at all times. Since 1972, Nevada's strict helmet regulations have kept riders safe and prevented thousands of fatalities. It’s no secret that motorcycles are highl...
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18
Mar
Las Vegas Personal Injury Settlements: Myths vs. Reality
A personal injury claim arises when another party causes you harm because of negligence, an intentional tort, or strict liability. As the personal injury victim, you have the burden of proving the other party caused your injury before you can recover compensation for damages. The...
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18
Mar
How Much to Expect from a Car Accident Settlement in Reno, NV
Every injury case has unique facts that go into calculating the compensation the accident victim can seek. But you can apply certain principles to the circumstances of your case to estimate how much you can expect from a car accident settlement. This estimate helps you to set you...
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18
Mar
Attorney Matthew Hoffmann Featured in Las Vegas Weekly, Offering Advice Regarding Unethical Legal Practices
Attorney Matthew W. Hoffmann – a partner at Battle Born Injury Lawyers in Las Vegas, Nevada – was recently interviewed for Las Vegas Weekly to provide advice regarding ethical issues he’s witnessed in the legal industry. Las Vegas Weekly is a newspaper that covers culture, arts...
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