Auto Accidents

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When a car accident is caused by a motor vehicle driver, it is easy to assume that his or her car insurance company will be held financially responsible, or liable, for the crash. If a car accident is caused by a nonhuman factor such as bad weather, however, liability may not be as simple. Can You File a Claim for a Weather-Related Accident? The answer to this question depends on the circumstances of the car accident, the...

Distracted driving is a significant concern on Las Vegas roads, posing a serious threat to pedestrians. With the increasing use of smartphones, infotainment systems, and other electronic devices behind the wheel, drivers are more susceptible to distractions than ever before. The Impact of Distracted Driving on Pedestrian Safety Distracted driving significantly impairs a driver's ability to detect and respond to pedestrians on or near roadways. When a driver's attention is diverted from the road, their reaction time...

Car accidents can result in complex legal battles, especially when seeking compensation for injuries and damages. Expert witnesses can play a pivotal role in strengthening your claim by providing specialized knowledge and insights. Types of Expert Witnesses and How They Can Help Your Claim Accident Reconstruction Experts Expert witnesses in accident reconstruction bring a scientific approach to understanding the dynamics of the collision. Using their expertise in physics and engineering, they can recreate the events leading up...

Those injured in a car accident in Las Vegas are entitled to recover compensation from the at-fault party, known as damages. There are two types of damages available to pursue: compensatory and punitive. Compensatory Damages Compensatory damages compensate a victim for their current and future losses. Within compensatory damages, there are two categories: economic and non-economic damages. Economic Damages: Financial losses that require evidence of the actual amount of money you have lost. Some examples include: Medical...