Personal Injury

Have you ever heard a news story about a company going “forum shopping” after a lawsuit is filed against them and wondered what that meant? How much can getting a case tried in one state over another really matter? Selecting the right forum after being injured by the negligence of another can significantly influence factors […]

If you have been in an automobile accident that was not your fault, some people and lawyers may tell you to hire a personal injury lawyer immediately no matter what. In fact, there are some circumstances you may be better off not hiring an attorney. Reasons to hire a personal injury lawyer If you are

Have you, or do you know someone who has been in a motorcycle accident? If so, you likely desire a bit more information about how liability is assigned under Nevada law. In a motorcycle accident, liability is determined by a negligence standard.  Both car and motorcycle drivers have a duty to drive with due care. 

So, unfortunately, you have been in an auto accident.  In case the pain and suffering you are going through is not enough, now there is a tricky-looking fellow((an employee of the insurance company)) taking surveillance video of you.  Is this permissible? Yes. In Nevada, an insurance carrier, their hired representative, or anyone else, may record

Previously, we discussed what the current Nevada statutes are regulating motorcycle riders, and how, in an accident, not following those laws may affect the outcome and amount of a potential settlement.  However, we did not cover the helmet law.  Let us do so now. Does Nevada have a helmet law for motorcyclists? Yes, indeed.  In

We can all agree that theft is wrong((talking to you Jean Valjean)). But we all could also come to a general consensus in stating that it is wrong for a person to be held prisoner against his or her will without any pretext for doing so.  Then again, we can agree that a merchant should

Previously, we discussed the potential liability for bouncers and security guards in reference to negligence and intentional torts.   It may be worthwhile to discuss the practical implications of a potential lawsuit against a bouncer or security guard for tortious behavior. Since many folks with jobs in security do not have a large amount of wealth,

It is common knowledge that an intoxicated person may be held liable for causing injury to another.  The question arises, however, if a purveyor of alcohol or social host would be held liable for the harm caused by a person consuming alcohol on their premises.  The laws vary quite a bit from state to state;