Spring is on the horizon, and for a lot of people that means it’s time to get back out on the road on two wheels again. If you ride a motorcycle, though, you know there can be some risk involved. If you’re in a collision you could be seriously injured, and may also need legal representation for a Reno motorcycle accident lawsuit. While you can’t always control what other people do, there are some things you can do to reduce your risk of a motorcycle…
If you’re involved in a pedestrian accident you may have a lot of questions. The first thing you want to do is make sure you’re getting the medical treatment you need. Then, the next step is often to contact a Reno pedestrian accident attorney about the options you may have for compensation. Depending on the nature of your accident and the scope of your injuries you may have missed significant time at work. You might have also stopped doing hobbies, or be unable to properly…
If you’ve experienced a personal injury, and you’re considering a lawsuit, it’s important to understand the three different types of damages you could ask for. That can help you work more closely with your attorney, for the best resolution to your case. Here’s what you need to know about damages in a Reno personal injury lawsuit. Compensatory Damages Compensatory damages are the most direct kind and are focused primarily on issues such as lost wages and medical bills, along with damage to your property. Even…
Finding the right Reno personal injury attorney is important. You don’t want to choose just anyone, because the legal representation you receive can affect the outcome of your case. Here’s what to consider, so you can decide if a particular attorney is a good fit for your needs. Consider the Attorney’s Reputation The reputation of a Reno personal injury attorney matters. While it’s true that an attorney can’t win every case or please every client, most clients who work with an attorney should have a…
If you have been in an accident the other party’s insurance company may try to avoid compensating you. If they do make you an offer, it’s likely to be much lower than what you actually deserve. The best way to make sure you receive fair and just compensation after a personal injury is to work with a personal injury attorney who can address the seriousness of the incident and get you the compensation you deserve. Personal Injuries Often Have Lasting Effects For many people a…
A personal injury claim is extremely important when you’ve been injured through the negligence of another party and need compensation for medical bills and other considerations. You can file a claim on your own, but your chances of success are much higher when you work with a personal injury lawyer. That allows you to have the legal protection and advice you need at a difficult time in your life, and can help ensure that you receive the highest level of compensation for your injuries, as…
In a personal injury lawsuit in Nevada there are many details to consider. Many of those details come to light in the discovery process. This is the phase of litigation where both attorneys ask for information from the other party. It happens during pretrial, and is designed to locate admissible evidence. Legally, both sides have to provide the opposing party with the information that party is asking for, because that reduces the chances of one party being “blindsided” during the actual trial. In a lot…
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…
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…
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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