Low-light and no-light conditions create considerable hazards for motorists and pedestrians in Nevada. Roughly 71% of fatalities involving pedestrians or cyclists occur after dark. Pedestrian Fatalities in the United States In 2017, 364 cyclists and 4,440 pedestrians were killed in motor vehicle collisions in the United States. Of these, 71%[…]
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“Take home” lawsuits involving family members of people who contracted the COVID-19 virus at work and then “took it home” are starting to explode across the country. These lawsuits allege that the worker contracted the virus at work, brought it home, and caused the subsequent illnesses suffered in the family.[…]
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Recent studies have found that Uber may be hiding some of its crashes from safety records and reports. This leads many accident attorneys in Las Vegas to look for more details as they seek to hold ride-share drivers accountable for accidents they cause while working. Uber Holding Back from Making[…]
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While any road in Las Vegas can have hazards that lead to a car accident, certain intersections and areas of the city are more prone to crashes due to known risks. Las Vegas car accident attorneys know that these areas put drivers at higher risk. Looking at intersections with high[…]
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The four most common Thanksgiving injuries and ailments are food poisoning, knife-related lacerations and injuries, burns, and alcohol-related injuries. The following tips will help families avoid these types of injuries so they can stay out of the ER this holiday season. Preventing Food Poisoning on Thanksgiving Food poisoning is a[…]
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A lapse in car insurance coverage could end up costing drivers more than they save by avoiding payment of premiums during the pandemic. With travel and employment rates experiencing significant losses as a direct result of pandemic lockdowns, it may appear enticing to Americans to allow car insurance payments to[…]
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Distracted driving is a growing problem in America, taking over 37,000 lives in 2016 according to the NHTSA, but drivers can combat the problem by knowing the signs. Certain actions may seem benign to drivers, but actually create distractions. Las Vegas car accident attorneys have seen many accidents relating to[…]
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Concussions and other traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can cause symptoms similar to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This is why it is so important to diagnose a concussion after an accident. Getting the right help after an accident is essential to protect health, both physically and emotionally. Symptoms of a Concussion[…]
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When a driver is hurt in a crash while borrowing someone’s car in Nevada, liability for injuries depends on who is at fault for the accident, the vehicle owner’s insurance policy, whether the borrower is a regular driver of the automobile, and whether the person was conducting business when the[…]
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An Instant Pot is advertised as a safe pressure cooker option, but some owners have experienced unexpected explosions that lead to serious, life-altering burns across their bodies. While this kitchen appliance makes cooking more convenient, it sets the stage for some of the most dangerous types of accidents in the[…]
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