Category: Car Accident

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 […]

Emergency Roadside Car Kit

When you’re stranded on the side of the road due to a weather event or a breakdown is the wrong time to find out that you don’t have the items you need in your car in case of an emergency. Putting together a basic emergency kit is fairly simple. Below is a list of items […]

What happens if you get in a car accident while in an Uber or Lyft?

You arrange a ride with Uber, Lyft, or another transportation network company (TNC). Your car arrives and you’re on your way. While you’re studying a report for the client you’re traveling to see you suddenly hear the squeal of breaks and look up in time to see your car about to collide with another vehicle. […]

How Does a Traffic Accident Investigation Work?

A traffic accident investigation is essential after a car accident in Las Vegas. Several parties will investigate the collision when someone is injured or killed, particularly the police and the auto insurance company(s) for the drivers involved. If you’ve been hurt, you need someone on your side conducting an independent crash investigation ― an experienced […]

Emotional Distress

Emotional distress is a frequently overlooked personal injury. Being involved in a traumatic event such as a car accident can cause tremendous emotional suffering, negatively impacting your life just as much as any physical injury. But because emotional distress is an “invisible injury,” it can be difficult to prove when you make a legal claim. […]

Common Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, the aftermath of the collision can be painful, confusing, and overwhelming. In the midst of the chaos, it’s easy for crash victims to make simple mistakes that end up costing them the fair compensation they need and deserve. Read on for tips from the Las Vegas car […]

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 […]

Do You Need to Report a Minor Fender Bender?

If you’re in a motor vehicle accident — even a minor one — there are laws regarding reporting an accident in Nevada. Knowing these laws is important so that you protect your legal rights, especially if you discover that you were hurt and need to file an injury claim later. First things first: If anyone […]

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 […]

Although it may seem like car insurance is expensive, there are certain minimum levels of liability coverage required by Nevada state law: $25,000 for property damage $25,000 for bodily injuries per person $50,000 for bodily injuries per accident Driving without insurance will cost you considerably more than paying for it, as this is considered a […]