To win a personal injury claim, you must prove liability. That means showing another party caused your injuries through negligence, wrongdoing, or legal responsibility under Nevada tort law.
The Role of the Jury
The level of care a party must use varies with the circumstances and facts of the case. A jury bases its decision on whether a party breached its duty of care based on the “reasonable person ” standard. Jury members decide what a reasonable person would have done given the same circumstances. Then, they compare the defendant’s conduct to that standard. If the defendant failed to meet that standard, the jury might find the defendant negligent and liable for damages. However, defendants may not be judged liable for events that were not within their control or that they could not reasonably foresee. Because proving causation and fault can be challenging, it is best to speak with an accident lawyer as soon as possible after an injury.
