Category: Personal Injury

How long do you have to file a personal injury lawsuit? Deadlines vary by state. Most states allow 2 or 3 years from the date of injury, though some allow only 1 year and others allow more. This state-by-state guide to personal injury statutes of limitations lists the general deadlines for all 50 states and […]

If you were hurt during a Las Vegas tourist accident and you’re now back in your home state, you’re probably wondering whether you can even do anything about it. The short answer is yes. You absolutely can pursue a personal injury claim in Nevada, and you usually don’t have to come back to do it. […]

If you were injured at the Sphere Las Vegas, Allegiant Stadium, T-Mobile Arena, or another large venue, the property owner or another responsible party may be liable when an unsafe condition caused your harm. A Sphere accident or concert injury does not automatically prove negligence. Liability depends on what happened, who controlled the area, whether […]

A Las Vegas heat injury can happen at a pool, an outdoor event, or a job site, and you may have a legal claim when another person or business failed to take reasonable steps to keep people safe. Extreme heat can contribute to heat exhaustion, heat stroke, drowning, burns from hot surfaces, and other serious […]

A Nevada personal injury claim may resolve within a few months when fault is clear, injuries are limited, and the insurance company negotiates reasonably. Claims involving serious injuries, disputed liability, multiple parties, or litigation may take a year or longer. Cases reaching trial can take several years. The biggest factors are medical treatment, evidence, insurance […]

Tourists cross state lines each year for beach trips, national parks, conventions, ski weekends, theme parks, casinos, and city breaks. Most return home without incident. But when visitors are injured away from home, the circumstances often involve the same broad categories: transportation, recreation, lodging, entertainment venues, restaurants, retail spaces, and other public-facing places that depend […]

After an injury, deadlines under Nevada law begin to run quickly. Medical treatment and insurance issues often come first, but the law limits how long an injured person has to take legal action. Missing that deadline can permanently end the right to pursue compensation. At THE702FIRM Injury Attorneys, we represent injured clients throughout Las Vegas […]

Imagine walking into a courtroom knowing that a group of strangers will decide the outcome of your injury case. These people will weigh the evidence presented, listen to witness testimony, and determine if the injured person deserves compensation. That moment begins long before opening statements. It starts at the very beginning with jury selection. Understanding […]

When an injury causes permanent damage, limits independence, or requires ongoing medical care, it often falls into a category far more serious than a standard personal injury. That category is known as a catastrophic injury. Understanding what qualifies as a catastrophic injury matters for injured people and their families. These injuries affect far more than […]

Ever heard of an ambulance chaser? It’s a term used to describe personal injury lawyers who approach accident victims uninvited and encourage them to retain their services. It’s unprofessional, unethical, and illegal in Nevada. But it also happens more than you think. Today, you’re less likely to be approached personally by an actual lawyer. However, […]