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…
Workers’ Compensation for Traveling Employees
Many employees travel for their work and can become injured while they are on the road. It has long been an unsettled question in Nevada whether and when traveling employees…
Nevada Community Assistance During the Covid-19 Pandemic
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Injuries Caused by Broken Equipment at Work
Workplace equipment can endure a lot of heavy abuse, especially in industries like construction or transportation. That equipment can break down and become a danger to employees is one reason…
Personal Injuries at the Gym in Nevada
Although the safety of workout equipment is constantly improving, the reality is that doing any sort of physical activity involves a degree of risk. Working out at a gym is…
How Safe Are Trampoline Parks?
Indoor and outdoor trampoline parks have become a popular place to play for kids as well as adults. In addition to being fun, jumping on a trampoline can be good exercise,…
Mistakes to Avoid After an Auto Accident in Nevada
Being in a serious car accident can have long-term consequences, especially for someone who has been injured and faces a long road to recovery. Amidst the fear and pain that…
New Nevada Osha Rules for Safety Training in the Entertainment Industry
Starting on January 1, 2018, the Las Vegas live entertainment industry must comply with new health and safety rules. Nevada Assembly Bill 190, signed into law in May, amends the state’s…
Marijuana Testing in the Era of Legalized Use
Nevada has allowed medical use of marijuana since 2008, and in January 2017 it became the fifth state in the nation to legalize recreational use when the Regulation and Taxation…
2015 Changes to Nevada Police/Firefighter Heart and Lung Laws
The Nevada state legislature has made a major change to the laws that cover heart and lung disease benefits for police officers and firefighters. Senate Bill 153 was changed to expand the…
What Police Officers Need to Know About Giglio v. United States
Giglio material (or Giglio information) is a well-known term among law enforcement, but there is often confusion over how and when it applies. Giglio v. United States, 405 U.S. 150, is a 1972…
Interesting Product Recalls from 2018
Consumer product recalls often offer interesting insights into the concerns manufacturers have about the risk of injury posed by their products. Recalls happen when a flaw in a product’s design…