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Brent Harsh

The founder and managing partner at the firm, Brent Harsh received his Juris Doctor from the University of Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in 2001. He also graduated from the University of Nevada in 1996 with his Bachelor of Science in Finance, with a minor in Economics. Brent is certified by the Nevada State Bar as a Personal Injury Specialist, as well as the State Bars of Oregon and Washington. He began his career as a Deputy District Attorney, but soon started representing insurance companies. In his 20 years of insurance defense work, a decade of which was spent with Farmers Insurance as a Senior Trial Attorney where he tried cases valued over $10,000,000. Brent has tried over 100 cases. His vast experience, coupled with an aggressive yet approachable style, has both insurance companies and large corporations that have injured his clients settling cases early, and has won cases time and time again. Outside of the courtroom, Brent is an in-demand educator who has been invited to lecture other attorneys due to his expertise in the areas of litigation, civil practice, personal injury, insurance law, and insurance bad-faith litigation. A true Reno local who graduated from Reno High School, Brent spends as much time as possible outdoors, as a triathlete, marathon runner, bicyclist, and motorcyclist. This intimate relationship with the local community combined with his deep understanding of insurance law makes Brent a fantastic ally for his clients.

Common Questions About Pedestrian Injury Accidents

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Have you been the victim of a personal injury accident? Have you accidentally injured a pedestrian? Do you have questions about what to expect in legal terms following a pedestrian injury accident? In this article, our Reno pedestrian injury attorney answers common questions about pedestrian injury accidents. What are the most common causes of pedestrian accidents? Pedestrian injury accidents, accidents where the victim is a person walking on a road or sidewalk and is struck by a car, motorcycle or bicycle, are in fact, very…

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A Lawyer’s Insights on Catastrophic Injury Cases

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In a moment, a life is changed forever. Even if the person is able to walk away from the incident, their life is forever burdened by the resulting catastrophic injury. Walking, talking, eating, sitting, reading, sleeping – nothing will ever be the same again. A catastrophic injury is a severe injury, often to the spine, spinal cord, brain, or skull. These can be fatal and non-fatal. A person who suffers a catastrophic injury may have a severe lifelong disability or severe head or neck trauma…

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Typical Questions About Hiring a Car Accident Attorney

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Many of us take our safety for granted when we drive around in our cars. So, when a car accident happens, it can be a traumatic experience – even if we walk away with only minor injuries. As car accident attorneys, we see the consequences and aftermath of car accidents every day. Even the statistics regarding car accidents are sobering. The average number of car accidents every year is around 6 million, with 3 million people injured in those car accidents and 2 million experiencing…

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Proving Medical Negligence: A Brief Overview

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In our experience as medical malpractice attorneys, one of the most critical points to prove is medical negligence. In this post, we give a brief overview of what it takes to prove medical negligence for a medical malpractice case. What Is Medical Negligence? Not being happy with a doctor’s treatment does not necessarily mean medical negligence on the part of the doctor. However, patients who have been harmed as the result of a doctor’s negligence do have the right to file a medical malpractice claim…

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Tips to Avoid Distracted Driving

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Taking a selfie. Unwrapping and eating a burrito. Trying to find the right song to play. Looking at Facebook really quickly. Grabbing lip gloss from your purse. Mopping up spilled coffee. What do these things all have in common? They are all examples of distracted driving. Each one of these actions takes critical attention away from the road and driving safely. Sadly, data shows that distracted driving is not only dangerous but is also deadly, claiming more than 3,000 lives each year (Source: NHTSA). This…

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Workman’s Comp Injuries: When to Hire an Attorney

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An injury that happens on the job or at your place of work falls under the category of “Workman’s comp injuries.” It’s crucial that you get the proper medical care to recover from your injury, but many workplaces try to minimize the severity of workers comp injuries, limit the amount of compensation paid to the injured worker, or in some cases – even try to shift blame to the person who was injured. When Should I Hire a Worker’s Comp Attorney? If you’ve been injured…

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Negligence & Spinal Cord Injuries: A Brief Overview

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As personal injury attorneys in Reno, NV, we want to help all victims who have suffered a personal injury due to the negligence of others. While we know we can’t personally help all victims, we wanted to share a brief overview of what to do if your personal injury was due to another person or company’s negligence and when you should hire a personal injury attorney to fight for you. Negligence Defined Negligence is a legal term used to establish who is liable, or at…

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Expert Tips from DUI Accident Attorneys

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It’s a fact, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal everywhere in the United States. However, as Reno DUI accident attorneys, we know the laws regarding DUI accidents and DUI charges are complicated and vary widely throughout the U.S. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about 28 people die every day in a drunk-driving accident. In 2019, 10,142 people in the United States were killed in a drunk-driving accident. These are sobering statistics, to say the least. It’s easy…

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Personal Injuries: Common Questions Regarding Claims

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For those who have just suffered a personal injury, it can be a confusing time. With all the doctors, insurers, and family giving their input, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. As Reno personal injury attorneys, we get it and we are here to answer your questions, not make anything more confusing. In this article, we take a look at common questions we hear from clients who have suffered a personal injury. If you have questions about a personal injury lawsuit, we invite you to check…

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Catastrophic Injuries

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In the blink of an eye, your entire life can change. Life-altering injuries are referred to as catastrophic injuries, meaning they not only forever change your life, but they change the lives of those around you. What exactly is a Carson City catastrophic injury? A catastrophic injury is life-altering and has serious consequences, often requiring surgical treatment and long-term treatment. Catastrophic injuries are often caused by a severe truck or motor vehicle crashes and result in traumatic brain injuries, amputation of limbs, spinal cord injuries…

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