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Hotel Injuries, Personal Injury

16 June, 2016

Suing a Hotel For Negligence in Nevada

Nevada limits the liability of hotels for personal injuries and damage to guest property. Hotels are big business in Nevada, they employ around 1/3 of all Nevadan residents. They contribute a significant portion to the Nevadan state budget and they are responsible for the majority of tourism to the state. In short, hotels and casinos are big business in Nevada and they have the influence that comes with the territory.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

10 June, 2016

Summertime Moves Lead to More Rental Trucks on the Road, and More Accidents

More Americans move during the summer than any other time of year, raising the risk of accidents from rental moving trucks. When a driver rents a truck that is later involved in an accident, figuring out who is responsible and what insurance company will cover expenses can often be confusing.

Personal Injury

5 June, 2016

Theme Park Injuries Are Not Amusing

In the United States there are almost 10,000 serious injuries every year at amusement parks and more than 150 deaths. A wrongful death lawyer Las Vegas aids families seeking compensation from the park.

Hotel Injuries

1 June, 2016

Is Your Las Vegas Hotel Keeping You Safe?

According to Nevada law, innkeepers are liable under certain circumstances for injuries suffered by their guests if they were negligent in maintaining the hotel premises or in providing proper security and safety. Guests are entitled to have an expectation of safety while staying in a hotel. However, there are many things that can happen that can cause injuries to guests. Hotel guests can be injured by unruly guests or people who may enter the hotel. A hotel injury lawyer Las Vegas can advise guests of their rights if they are injured.

Personal Injury

30 May, 2016

Link between Baby Powder Use and Increased Risk of Ovarian Cancer

A lawsuit filed against Johnson & Johnson last year claimed that a woman developed ovarian cancer because of her having used talcum powder for 30 years. Her personal injury attorney was able to successfully argue her case and secure a court award of $72 million for damages and punitive damages. The outcome of the remaining cases have yet to be determined.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

30 May, 2016

Self-Driving 18 Wheelers Could be Hitting the Road

In some states, self-driving cars are already on the road, and causing accidents, but autonomous 18-wheelers could be first to become mainstream. The technology for self-driving trucks already exists, but not everyone is supportive of these high-tech trucks.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

19 May, 2016

Human Error Responsible for 90% of Road Accidents

Several organizations, including the United Nations, have identified human error and bad driving habits as the number one cause of all road and traffic accidents. It has become so prevalent that the United Nations designated 2011 to 2020 as the Decade of Road Safety. According to Bob Joop Goos, Chairman of the International Organization for Road Accident Prevention, human error is responsible for over 90 percent of traffic and road accidents.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

16 May, 2016

Weather Responsible for Many Las Vegas Accidents

Driving defensively is particularly important in inclement weather. During a bout of recent storms, driving conditions became particularly dangerous on Southern Nevada roads, leading to a dramatic spike in car accidents.

Personal Injury

15 May, 2016

Woman Awarded Millions After Palm Tree Mishap

A Las Vegas woman was awarded over $13 million after a slip and fall in a local Lowe’s Home Center. The woman was looking at palm trees and slipped on a slippery spot. She fell, fracturing her skull. Kelly Hendrickson was awarded $13.4 million for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Hotel Injuries

3 May, 2016

Hotel Swimming Pool Accidents Pose Summer Threat to Children

In the U.S., drowning is the second-leading cause of death in children from one to 14 years of age. Las Vegas summer heat sends thousands of guests to hotel swimming pools each day. For children, overcrowded pools and reduced visibility pose increased risks for accidents and serious injuries. Hotel pool injuries and fatalities require legal advice from a hotel injury lawyer Las Vegas who knows Nevada pool safety regulations.

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