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Sobering statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that fatalities increased by 7.2 percent in 2015, and teen fatalities increased by 10 percent, pointing to a clear need for preventative action. Parents should understand the statistics and then focus on safe driving practices for both themselves and their[…]

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) is reviewing new rules that could require trucks (both newly manufactured and, possibly, older models) to adopt a range of new crash prevention technologies. Commercial trucks, like big rigs, compose a tiny fraction of the total U.S. traffic, around 4 percent, however, accidents with[…]

Unlike a majority of the states, Nevada does not have a specific statute addressing dog bite liability. Instead, personal injury cases involving dog bites proceed under the state’s negligence laws and precedents that have been established through specific case decisions. Additionally, local ordinances may also be used to establish negligence[…]

Car accidents can happen at any moment, and it is critical to be prepared if one occurs. No one wants to be in a crash. The first few minutes after an accident are crucial. Even accidents that seem very mild could have unexpected consequences.
Knowing what to do and what not do ahead of time can make recovering from an accident much simpler.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an investigation is underway in response to reports of accidents caused by failing brakes on Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Since Harley-Davidson motorcycles are popular on Nevada’s open roads, several personal injury cases have been filed with a Las Vegas personal injury attorney.