Year: 2021

How to Calculate Minor Car Accident Settlement Amounts

At THE702FIRM Injury Attorneys, we know that a car accident can be a major pain. Even a fender bender can leave you with uncomfortable injuries and other financial losses. The good news is you could receive compensation through a car accident settlement with the at-fault driver’s insurance company. But how will you know what a […]

What Happens if You Are Hit as a Pedestrian Who is Jaywalking?

Every year, pedestrian accidents contribute significantly to traffic-related injuries and fatalities, especially in busy areas like Las Vegas.  The Nevada Office of Traffic Safety reported 70 pedestrian fatalities across the state in a recent year alone.  If you’re injured while crossing the street, you may wonder who’s liable for your injuries, especially if you were […]

Why Personal Injury Lawsuits Are Taking More Time in 2021

If you’ve been hurt due to someone else’s negligence, seeking compensation through a personal injury lawsuit could take anywhere from several months to several years. Unfortunately, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has caused many cases to take longer than usual. While these delays can be aggravating, remember that a delay does not necessarily mean you won’t […]

Car Accident with a Leased Car

A significant number of today’s drivers choose to lease their cars instead of buying them. For some, it makes the most financial sense. On average, lease payments are around 23 percent lower than monthly payments on a financed car. But what happens if you’re in an accident with a leased vehicle? A Las Vegas car […]

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We are pleased to announce that personal injury attorney Joel S. Hengstler is now partner at the firm. Partner Joel Hengstler has represented Las Vegas clients in injury matters for over a decade. An Ohio native, his interest in the law began in college, where he was a member of forensic, mock trial, and moot […]

Hit and Run Accident in Las Vegas

Being involved in any kind of car accident is scary. But what happens if the other driver leaves the scene of the crash? In Nevada, the penalties can be severe. If you’ve been hurt in a hit-and-run accident in Las Vegas, you may be surprised to learn that compensation could still be possible for you […]

Pre-Dispute Arbitration Agreements for Nursing Homes

Making the decision to admit a family member into a nursing home is never easy. It’s an emotional process. It also involves filling out a lot of paperwork before you or your loved one gets settled in. One document that is commonly presented to incoming nursing home residents is a pre-dispute arbitration agreement. Be careful […]