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The concept of a personal injury suit is rather simple: if you’ve been injured due to the thoughtless or negligent behavior of others, you are entitled to recover compensation. That’s easy enough to understand but very difficult to actually accomplish. This is because each suit must go through different phases, with no guarantee of success …

All personal injury attorneys know that injuries vary widely in severity. Some cases are so minimal that even the most professional lawyer will roll their eyes, whereas others involve truly catastrophic injuries. An injury is considered to be “catastrophic” if it has significant long-term effects. Motor vehicle accidents are generally the most common cause of …

For personal injury cases, Nevada state courts enforce a policy known as the collateral source rule. The rule states that when somebody has been injured by another, the injured party (plaintiff) has the right to recover full compensation from the person at fault (defendant), even if the plaintiff has other means of recovering money, such …

As a high-volume personal injury firm, we get asked by potential clients all the time whether or not they actually need our services. In other words, “Do I need a personal injury lawyer?” As with most generalities, it’s hard to answer that question absolutely–there are numerous factors to be considered.  As a general rule of …

Over the years, we’ve come to realize more than ever that some injuries exist below the surface, and are not immediately perceived. A large percentage of incidents also cause victims to suffer psychological and emotional distress in addition to painful physical injuries, and these often remain long after the body has healed. Unfortunately, most accident …

As a high-volume personal injury firm, one of the questions we get asked most often has to do with the potential settlement value of a case –or, in simpler terms, “What’s my case worth?” The short answer, which you’ve probably heard before, is “it depends.” To be sure, this is the answer you want to …

Surprisingly, the state of Nevada does not enforce a statewide policy regarding dog bites. Rather, dog bite claims are adjudicated primarily through past precedent and city mandates, meaning that courts look through past cases for guidance on current ones. For personal injury claims, the claimant (plaintiff) has the responsibility of proving that the defendant acted …

With the word “injury” right there in the title, it’s no secret that all personal injury cases are centered around ailments, treatment, and compensation. Therefore, it is important for all claimants to understand exactly what they should and should not do when treating their injuries so that the strength of their case is never jeopardized. …

In the event that you or someone you know is injured due to the actions of another party, you should be eligible to file a personal injury suit to recoup the damages. There are, however, more types of damages than you might think, and so claimants should always consult with an experienced personal injury attorney, …