Personal Injury

Many states allow local governments to pass laws that ban pit bulls and other “dangerous” dog breeds within their borders, but not Nevada. In 2013, Nevada was the 14th state to prohibit breed-specific legislation by local governments. That being said, under Nevada’s dog bite laws, a specific dog can still be forcibly euthanized if the animal is considered dangerous or vicious.  Nevada Dangerous Dog Law Under the statute NRS 202.500, the state considers a dog “dangerous” if: ...

Nevada is a dog-friendly state, but dog bites or attacks are a prevalent issue. Often, when a personal injury case involves a dog bite, there are several questions about liability. When determining which parties are liable in a dog bite case, the particulars of each individual case must be considered as well as the leash laws in their area. Las Vegas leash laws are essential to know—for your protection and the city's overall safety.  Leash Law Basics...

After an accident in Nevada, you may have the right to pursue damages from the person or party responsible. Damages is the legal term for financial compensation awarded for personal injury claims. Some states, including Nevada, impose caps or limits on the amount of damages you can recover. Understanding how a damage cap can potentially limit your compensation can give you a better estimate of your claim’s value. What Are Nevada’s Damage Caps? Fortunately, Nevada does not...

It is illegal to jaywalk in Nevada. If someone wants to cross the street, they must go to a designated crosswalk. Nevertheless, jaywalking is a serious problem, especially in Las Vegas.  Jaywalking Law Defined Nevada Revised Statutes 484B.287 prohibits jaywalking by stating that pedestrians must cross a highway at a marked crosswalk or within an unmarked crosswalk at an intersection when they have access to one. Some areas leave few options for pedestrians other than crossing when...

A “tort” is the legal term for a wide range of wrongful actions that inflict a loss or harm to a victim. Torts form the basis for tort law. When part of civil litigation, tort law is designed to help victims obtain damages (compensation) for their losses rather than prove criminal liability. Understanding the types of torts can help you recognize when you can file a civil lawsuit.  What is a Tort Case? A tort may be...