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 cove...
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18
Mar
Should I File a Workers’ Comp Claim or a Personal Injury Claim in Nevada?
Being injured at work typically results in filing a workers' comp claim. Most injured workers are covered by workers’ compensation insurance. However, that does not mean they do not have a personal injury claim as well. Most workers assume they cannot file a personal ...
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18
Mar
Are You Suffering from PTSD After a Car Accident in Las Vegas?
Broken bones and head injuries are not the only harm you can suffer in a Las Vegas car accident. The sudden nature of most car crashes can also leave you with mental and emotional trauma. These injuries are unseen and may require care and treatment long after cuts and fractures h...
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18
Mar
How Much Do Semi Trucks Weigh?
Ever looked at a tractor-trailer and wondered how much it weighs? If you have ever tried to guess the number, the odds are that you underestimated the weight. Semi trucks are significantly heavier than the passenger vehicles that you are most familiar with. Even if the semi isn&r...
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18
Mar
Should I Hire a Lawyer After a Minor Car Accident in Las Vegas, NV?
How do you define a “minor” car accident in Las Vegas? For example, is it a “fender bender” that causes minimum property damage and only slight soreness and bruising? If so, do you need to hire a Las Vegas personal injury lawyer for a minor car crash? If y...
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18
Mar
How Long Does It Take To Settle An 18-Wheeler Accident Case in Las Vegas, NV?
If you've been involved in an 18-wheeler accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and damages. The amount of time it takes to settle your case will depend on a number of factors. An experienced Las Vegas personal injury lawyer can help you navigate th...
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18
Mar
How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer in Las Vegas, NV?
Most personal injury lawyers charge a contingency fee. These fees vary depending on the outcome the lawyer obtains for you. As a result, neither you nor your Las Vegas personal injury attorney can predict precisely how much you will pay for a legal fee. But contingency fees provi...
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18
Mar
The Most Common Motorcycle Crash Injuries in Las Vegas, NV
Out of all types of motor vehicle crashes that occur in Las Vegas, motorcycle accidents tend to bring the most serious injuries. Motorcycle drivers have little protection from impact with other cars or the road and are at much higher risk of being thrown from the vehicle when a c...
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18
Mar
How Fast Can Commercial Trucks Safely Travel on Highways in Las Vegas, NV?
The confluence of tourist traffic and commercial trucking routes through Las Vegas leads to a high risk of accidents and a greater chance of trucks moving at an unsafe speed in and around the city. Commercial truck traffic is an issue that Las Vegas and Nevada state continue to g...
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18
Mar
The Process of a Personal Injury Claim in Reno, NV
When you sustain injuries in an accident or other personal injury incident, the personal injury claims process begins in earnest. For many individuals, their personal injury case is their first time hiring a lawyer, dealing with an insurance adjuster, or trying to understand Neva...
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