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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 […]

So, what can you, as a pedestrian, do to protect yourself from being involved in an accident with a motor vehicle? Here are some suggestions that will help protect you: Walk on sidewalks whenever possible. When walking directly on a road always face traffic and stay as far off to the side as you can. […]

Common Pedestrian Accidents in Vegas

Unfortunately, pedestrian fatalities continue to be very high. In 2019, reports state that 6,205 pedestrians were killed in accidents involving motor vehicles. Summertime is the high season for this type of accident. When the weather is warm more people are out walking. As a driver, one of the best ways to prevent an accident with […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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 […]

Takata Airbag Trouble Ford Recall

Since 2014, more than 67 million airbags made by the company Takata have been recalled worldwide for defects that have killed and injured thousands. At least 18 people in the U.S. have died more than 400 others seriously injured, news reports say. Add another 3 million to the list. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration […]

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 […]