Category: Accident News

Las Vegas, NV (April 27th, 2026) – A serious hit-and-run crash on West Sahara Avenue left a Las Vegas pedestrian with potentially life-threatening injuries. After a hit-and-run pedestrian crash in Las Vegas, you may still have legal options even if the driver initially fled. A pedestrian accident lawyer can help investigate the crash, identify liable parties, and pursue compensation through insurance or civil claims. To discuss your legal options, call George Bochanis Injury Law Offices at (702) 388-2005.

Las Vegas, NV (April 22nd, 2026) – A juvenile was injured after they were hit by a vehicle near Craig Road and Las Vegas Boulevard Thursday morning. While this incident resulted in minor injuries, it highlights a troubling pattern in the Las Vegas valley. When a child is injured in a pedestrian accident, Nevada law provides specific protections. Families should consult with a pedestrian accident lawyer to protect their child's legal rights and secure compensation for both immediate and future needs.

Las Vegas, NV (April 15th, 2026) — A tragic elevator accident at a Laughlin casino has resulted in a wrongful death lawsuit, raising serious concerns about elevator safety, property maintenance, and the responsibility businesses have to protect their guests.

Las Vegas, NV (March 3rd, 2026) – Las Vegas drivers can expect increased traffic stops as the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department joins a statewide speed enforcement campaign across Nevada. The effort is part of a coordinated initiative aimed at reducing speeding-related crashes and serious injuries.

Las Vegas, NV (March 2nd, 2026) – A Las Vegas man is suing the Clark County School District (CCSD) after a school bus struck him while he was riding an electric scooter. The lawsuit alleges the bus driver rolled through a stop sign and failed to yield at an intersection, causing the crash and the rider’s injuries.

Las Vegas, NV (February 17th, 206) – Las Vegas is deploying artificial intelligence (AI) at one of its busiest pedestrian corridors; a move that acknowledges the real and ongoing danger that pedestrians face on local streets. The city recently approved a plan to install 16 AI-powered “smart signals” along the five-block Fremont Street Experience, the iconic downtown corridor that draws roughly 26 million visitors each year.

Las Vegas, NV (February 11th, 2026) –Las Vegas has recorded 19 traffic fatalities in the first six weeks of 2026, according to Metro Police reports. The recent report stands as a grim reminder of the deadly risks on Southern Nevada roadways. As families grapple with sudden, life-altering losses, understanding legal rights becomes essential when a loved one dies due to another driver’s negligence.

Las Vegas, NV (February 5th, 2026)—A crossing guard was struck by a vehicle outside Cambeiro Elementary School on the morning of February 4, 2026, highlighting the serious dangers pedestrians face in school zones throughout Las Vegas. 

Las Vegas, NV (January 13th, 2026) – A tractor-trailer erupted in flames on Interstate 15 south of Las Vegas, creating a dramatic scene that underscored the serious hazards commercial vehicles can pose on Nevada's busy highways. While no injuries were reported in this incident, the fire forced temporary lane closures and served as a stark reminder of how quickly trucking accidents can escalate into life-threatening situations for motorists sharing the road.

Las Vegas, NV (December 16th, 2025) – Henderson police just completed an enforcement campaign that resulted in 111 enforcement actions targeting e-bike and e-motorcycle violations. The operation comes after the city documented 51 crashes involving these devices in 2025, more than double the 25 cases recorded during all of 2024. This dramatic shift in enforcement creates important implications for anyone involved in an e-bike crash, whether you’re a rider seeking compensation or someone injured by a negligent e-bike operator.