A previous post on this blog discussed how federal regulators have put in to place rules that limit how long truckers subject to their jurisdiction can stay on the road before pulling over for several hours so that they can rest and, hopefully, get some sleep. The reason behind these rules are to prevent truckers… Read more »
Las Vegas Traffic Accident Law Blog
How Federal Hours of Service Rules Can Help Injured Victims
Many truckers who travel through the Las Vegas area are regulated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), an agency which oversees interstate truckers at the federal level. These regulations are usually aimed at preventing accidents and improving safety on the country’s roadways. By way of example, among its other rules, the FMCSA requires… Read more »
Common Types of Collisions Motorcyclists May End Up In
Riding your motorcycle may be one of life’s grandest pleasures. However, it can also be one of the most dangerous. Every time you ride out, you are at risk of colliding with cars, trucks and other objects. Not all motor vehicle accidents in Nevada that involve motorcyclists are the result of rider error. Passenger and… Read more »
Minimum Insurance Requirements for Buses
Buses are one way people get to and from the Las Vegas area. One can probably travel trough the city and notice several tour buses on the road which transport passenger from state to state. Usually, these buses go by hardly noticed. However, if one of these buses is involved in an accident, its likely… Read more »
“Duty” and “Breach” in Nevada Motorcycle Accidents
A previous post here discussed the idea of negligence in the context of automobile accidents. Of course, negligence legal theory is used in many personal injury cases, no matter the cause. One type of situation in which a negligence case may be brought is after a motorcycle accident. Since the area around Las Vegas is… Read more »
Bicyclist Killed in Fatal Nevada Vehicle Accident
Although millions of people are drawn to the Las Vegas Strip each and every year to experience the glamor and spectacle of the attraction’s shows, restaurants and casinos, there is a quieter and often forgotten side to the greater Las Vegas community that also is thriving – its natural beauty. The hills and mountains that… Read more »
A Pause To Discuss Restaurants
Q: What is your favorite restaurant on the Las Vegas strip? A: This is technically a legal Q&A but I can’t help but answer your question since I am a foodie. The irony of your question is that it is more challenging to answer than most of the legal questions I receive! There are too… Read more »
What Does It Mean If A Car Has ‘Diminished Value’ After A Crash?
Q: What does “diminished value” mean in the car accident context? A: Given a choice between two vehicles identical in all respects (make, model, year, mileage, condition, etc.), with the one difference being one had been involved in a crash, a reasonable consumer would generally choose the crash-free-vehicle. Diminished value is the portion of a… Read more »
What is Negligence in a Las Vegas Car Accident?
Las Vegas residents know about distractions. In a city with a thousand different things to do, keeping focused on any one task can be difficult. However, that is exactly how people need to drive, especially in the congested confines of an urban area. Unfortunately, temptation gets the best of many people, and distracted drivers cause… Read more »
Important Facts About Ride-Share Auto Accidents
Auto accidents occur on a daily basis, and when you are involved in one, it is important that you take the right steps. When a ride-share company is involved, the process is different from a regular auto accident. Understanding the different aspects of this special situation is key to receiving the compensation you deserve. There… Read more »
