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Product Liability

15 September, 2023

How to Prove a Defective Product Injury

To prove a defective product injury, you must be able to show that you sustained an injury and suffered losses, that a product's defect specifically caused those losses, and that you used the product as intended at the time of the injury.

Personal Injury

4 August, 2023

Can You Get Legionnaires’ Disease from Drinking Water?

Can you get Legionnaires’ disease from drinking water? Legionella bacteria can cause Legionnaires' disease if it is present in drinking water that is accidentally inhaled into the lungs. This happens when water that you are drinking “goes down the wrong pipe”, or when you inhale small amounts of drinking water.

Personal Injury

4 August, 2023

Can You Sue for a Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak?

If you suspect that you have contracted legionnaires' disease from a legionnaires' disease outbreak while staying at a Las Vegas, Nevada hotel, you may have the right to recover compensation from those responsible. Generally, the individuals liable for such incidents are the owners, operators, or managers of the premises where the outbreak occurred.

Personal Injury

4 August, 2023

Long Term Effects of Legionnaires’ Disease

There have been several reported long-term effects of legionnaires' disease. These include fatigue, neurologic and neuromuscular symptoms, and post-traumatic stress disorder. If left untreated, Legionnaires’ disease can become life-threatening.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

7 July, 2023

Types of Distracted Driving in Las Vegas

In Las Vegas, there are various forms of distracted driving, which refer to any activity that causes a driver to divert his or her attention from the road. The three main types of distracted driving are visual, manual, and cognitive.

Personal Injury

7 July, 2023

What Is Legionnaires’ Disease?

Residents of Las Vegas, Nevada, diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease might wonder: “what is Legionnaires' disease?” Legionnaires' disease is a lung infection caused by Legionella bacteria. The infection can be life-threatening, particularly in older adults and people with weakened immunity.

Wrongful Death

13 June, 2023

How Much Are Wrongful Death Settlements Worth?

Every wrongful death case is different, meaning that the total settlement amount in a Las Vegas case will vary due to the factors contributing to the case. Knowing how these cases work can help you better figure out how much wrongful death settlements may be and how much you might be able to recover in your case.

Wrongful Death

6 June, 2023

Wrongful Death vs Survival Action in Nevada

If you have a loved one who has passed away in Las Vegas, Nevada, you may be wondering about the difference between a wrongful death vs. survival action. There is one major difference between the two types of claims. Wrongful death claims are filed for the family members of the deceased person. Survival actions are claims that the deceased person would have been able to bring had she or he survived. Aside from this, there are differences in how the compensation is paid out, the types of damages that are awarded, and the statute of limitations for each type of claim.

Personal Injury

26 May, 2023

Top Reasons to File a Casino Premises Liability Lawsuit

Premises liability claims arise from injuries or death caused by hazardous or dangerous conditions on a property. If you are the victim of a casino injury, you may consider filing a premises liability lawsuit. The most common reason for filing a premises liability lawsuit is slip and fall accidents, but casinos present other opportunities for accidents and injuries to arise. These accidents can be food poisoning, broken slot machine chairs, criminal activity, contracting illnesses, or hazards from malfunctioning equipment.

Personal Injury

19 May, 2023

Can You Sue a Casino After Getting Injured?

In Nevada, foreseeability in premises liability claims can have an expansive interpretation. Generally, casinos must take reasonable precautions in food preparation and storage to prevent food poisoning. They should not serve alcohol in casinos, dining areas, or nightclubs to already severely intoxicated persons. Fixtures and furniture should be kept in good repair. Chairs at gaming tables, pubs, dining areas, showrooms, or bathrooms should be safe. Spills, or other tripping or falling hazards, should be cleared away promptly.

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