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Hotel Injuries

21 July, 2025

How Legionella Spreads in Las Vegas Hotels (and What They’re Supposed to Do About It)

It is clear how Legionella spreads in Las Vegas hotels, with a major cause being stagnant water in poorly maintained systems. This lack of mystery does not mean hotels always do what they should to keep guests safe. Many hotels offer pools, spas, tubs, decorative fountains, air conditioning, and other amenities, yet do not manage the risks of Legionnaires’ properly.

Accident News

16 July, 2025

Las Vegas, NV — Motorcycle Deaths Jump to 29 in 2025: Causes and Legal Consequences

Las Vegas, NV (July 15th, 2025) – State data show 29 motorcycle deaths statewide by May 31, 2025—four more than the same point last year. Within Las Vegas Metro’s jurisdiction, officers have logged 22 rider fatalities as of July 6, up from 19 at the same time in 2024. The most recent tragedy unfolded on Red Rock Canyon’s Scenic Loop when a rider lost control on a curve and struck a boulder at high speed.

Accident News

14 July, 2025

Las Vegas, NV — Extreme Heat Warning This Week: What Should Workers Know

Las Vegas, NV (July 14th, 2025) – The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning for Southern Nevada today, with temperatures expected to reach up to 113°F.

Personal Injury

11 July, 2025

Laughlin, NV — Legionnaires’ Cases May Have Initiated at Harrah’s in Laughlin

Laughlin, NV (July 10th, 2025) – The Southern Nevada Health District is actively probing Legionnaires’ infections tied to guests who recently stayed at Harrah’s Laughlin Casino & Resort.

Personal Injury

9 July, 2025

Las Vegas, NV — Violence at Resorts and Casinos: Liability for Injuries and Deaths

Las Vegas, NV (July 8th, 2025) – Around 2 a.m. on July 7, 2025, a fight near the Orleans Hotel & Casino escalated into a stabbing that left four people injured, including two who were hospitalized.

Workers’ Compensation

30 June, 2025

New Nevada OSHA Heat Rules: What Workers Need to Know About Heat Illness and Workers’ Comp

As of April 29, 2025, Nevada OSHA is now enforcing a new heat illness prevention rule, Regulation R131-24AP. These protections aim to reduce heat-related injuries and deaths across industries where high temperatures are a daily threat.

Personal Injury

27 June, 2025

Slip and Falls in Vegas Grocery Stores, Buffets, and Restaurants: What You Need to Prove

To get compensation for slip and falls in Vegas grocery stores, buffets, and restaurants, you must prove that the business is liable for your injuries. Examples of proof in Las Vegas include photos and videos showing spilled liquids, witness statements about grease-covered floors, and medical records indicating the severity of injuries. Establishing liability is important as it insures you aren't held financially responsible for your injuries.

Personal Injury

25 June, 2025

Las Vegas, NV — Las Vegas Police Crackdown on Illegal Fireworks, Highlight Risks for Injury Victims

Las Vegas, NV (June 25th, 2025) – Every year, fireworks light up the skies over Las Vegas. But, not all of them are legal, and not all of them are safe. Ahead of the Fourth of July, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department confiscated nearly 5,000 pounds of illegal fireworks, many of them imported, unlabeled, or sold through unauthorized channels.

Accident News

25 June, 2025

Las Vegas, NV — Truck Fire Highlights Brake Failure Risks on Nevada’s Mountain Roads

Las Vegas, NV (June 24, 2025) – A tractor-trailer traveling from Battle Mountain, Nevada, to Long Beach, California, recently burst into flames. The commercial truck was descending a steep grade when its brakes overheated and ignited in the wheel area.

Personal Injury

25 June, 2025

Can You Sue for Heat Stroke in Las Vegas?

In many cases, people can sue for heat stroke in Las Vegas. This is a city with a desert climate and summer temperatures that can exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Employers, event organizers, property owners, and others may act negligently and contribute to heat stroke. For example, workers should have access to water, rest breaks, and shade.

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