Warning Signs of Nursing Home Negligence
It is estimated that over 1 million Americans live in nursing homes. This includes the elderly and those with mental and physical disabilities. The decision to place a loved one…
Workers’ Compensation Appeals in Nevada
If you’ve been injured at work, you have the right to file a workers’ compensation claim in Nevada. However, there is always a chance that your claim will be denied,…
Accidents Caused by Drunk Drivers
Despite efforts by communities and governments to deter it, drunk driving kills thousands of people every year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 29 people in…
Can my Workers’ Compensation Claim be Reopened if my Injury Gets Worse?
In a workers’ compensation claim, you are eligible to recover benefits as the result of an injury you sustained at work. But what if your workers’ compensation claim settles and…
Thousands of Dressers Recalled Due to Tip-over Risk
In June of 2020, Modus furniture recalled 1,300 dressers because of their instability. The dressers posed a serious tip-over risk, which placed children at risk of serious injury or death.…
Choosing the Right Doctor After Your Work Injury
If you’ve been injured at work, then you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. Once you have reported your injury to your employer, they will likely require that you…
Accidents Caused by Drowsy Driving
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), every year, there are about 100,000 motor vehicle crashes involving drowsy drivers. This number may be even higher, as it can…
What is an Occupational Disease?
Most people know that if they are injured in an accident on the job, they may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. However, not many people are aware that if…
I Wasn’t Wearing My Seatbelt. Will That Affect my Car Accident Claim?
Nevada law requires that all occupants of a vehicle, both front and rear seat, must wear a seatbelt or be in a child restraint seat. Seatbelts save lives, and it’s…
What Benefits May I be Entitled to Under Workers’ Compensation?
When you are injured at work, it can be a very stressful time. In addition to recovering from your injuries, you are worried about your medical bills and wages you’ve…
Understanding Underride Collisions
Underride collisions occur when a smaller vehicle slides underneath a large tractor-trailer. It is one of the most deadly types of accidents. They are frequently fatal accident because the vehicle…
Work Accidents Caused by Defective Products
Under Nevada law, if you’ve been injured at work, you should be able to file a worker’s compensation claim. This is a claim against your employer’s insurance that will compensate…