Approximately 1 in 6 Uber or Lyft vehicles has at least one unaddressed safety issue that could put riders at risk of serious injury or death. These issues range from bald tires to major mechanical defects. When Uber or Lyft drivers fail to address vehicle safety concerns and passengers are […]

Allergic reactions that occur under the care of a daycare provider can have serious, or even fatal consequences for a child. Daycare providers in Nevada have a duty to closely monitor children in their care. They are responsible for ensuring that children do not consume foods they are allergic to, […]

More than 40,000 people in the U.S. died in car crashes in 2018 and many of these fatal motor vehicle accidents were preventable. Drivers can reduce their risk by knowing the dangers and avoiding behaviors that put them in harm’s way. The more drivers know, the more they can prepare […]

Uber and Lyft drivers in Las Vegas are required to hold a business license in part to track automobile accidents. These licenses are not expensive and help law enforcement and legislators track the risks posed by ridesharing services. Requiring licenses also makes it easier for injured parties to identify when […]

Empty drums in warehouses or on the worksite are bombs waiting for an ignition source. As the summer heat bears down on Nevada, empty barrels are an ever present threat that workers in manufacturing, agriculture, oil and gas production, and many other industries should remain alert to. Failing to mitigate […]

Advertised as fun and safe, the rising rates of zip line injuries show that these attractions are often a one-way trip to disaster. Lax safety standards, poor training, and poor maintenance can put riders in danger. The Rising Risks of Adventure Tourism Adventure tourism is on the rise, and with it, […]

Personal injury attorneys in Nevada typically collect contingency fees for the services they provide a plaintiff. With a contingency fee agreement, the lawyer receives a percentage of the client’s winnings as payment. This makes it possible for injured victims to pursue personal injury claims without having to front the cost […]

Managing stress and staying calm in traffic can reduce a motorist’s risk of becoming involved in a motor vehicle accident. Warmer weather brings more motorists to Las Vegas, and this means more traffic to contend with. Learning how to remain calm can help driver’s stay focused on the road ahead. […]

In Nevada, individuals who break the law and cause an injury or wrongful death in the process are liable under the doctrine of negligence per se. Many accidents are the result of conscious decisions to violate the law. When an individual deliberately places others at risk of harm, the plaintiff […]

The US Food and Drug Administration is taking action against supplements that may be dangerous for consumers. Dietary supplements can contain ingredients that can have toxic results for those who ingest them. Loosely regulated by the FDA, many supplements are promoted using unproven claims and questionable data. Ingesting these drugs […]