Traffic Light Countdown Being Tested in Nevada
Auto manufacturers have had a few things up their sleeves in recent years. After the unveiling of self-driving cars, the world stared in wonder as these vehicles began to hit…
The State of Employment at Will in Nevada
Nevada is an at-will employment state, which means that by default, an employer or employee can end an employment relationship with or without cause, and without further obligation to the…
The Types of Negligence Recognized in Nevada
Negligence is a commonly used legal standard in many kinds of lawsuits, including personal injury cases. For non-lawyers who are researching their legal options, negligence can be a confusing topic.…
Can a Dash Cam Help an Accident Claim?
They have served as comedic fodder on late-night talk shows for years, often depicting a hapless or distracted motorist trying to stammer out an explanation for a pivotal error in…
How to Handle Negligence by an In-Home Caregiver
In-home caregivers provide many kinds of services to the people they serve. Personal caregivers help the elderly and people with disabilities with nonmedical needs, like bathing, cooking, and household chores.…
Sexual Harassment Training Requirements for Nevada Employers
With sexual harassment getting renewed attention in the media, Las Vegas workers may have questions about what obligations their employers have to provide training to prevent harassment and address problems…
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…
Towing a Trailer Legally and Safely in Nevada
With summer in full swing Nevada’s roads are full of vehicles towing trailers. Drivers who tow trailers behind their vehicles need to be mindful of state laws governing safety and…
Recreational Marijuana and Workers’ Comp in Nevada
In January 2017 Nevada joined a handful of other states in decriminalizing recreational marijuana use. NRS 453D.010 et seq. Legalization has raised a number of interesting employment-related legal questions. Workers who use marijuana…
Employee Privacy Rights in Nevada
An employer can accumulate a significant amount of personal information about its employees, whether the information is gathered as part of a formal screening process or is learned over the…
What You Should Know About Suing Subcontractors and Independent Contractors in Workplace Accidents
Some businesses rely on the services of subcontractors or independent contractors to perform essential and nonessential functions of a business. For example, a business may outsource janitorial services or the…
What Light Duty Accommodations Can Mean for Workers and Employers
A Nevada employer cannot lawfully fire a worker who is recovering from an injury or illness suffered while on the job. But many employers have policies that require employees to…