Preventing Intersection Collisions in Nevada

Many intersection collisions that happen in Nevada are caused by driver negligence and can be prevented. Dangerous Intersections in Nevada In Nevada, Las Vegas and nearby cities like Henderson with a high volume of yearly tourists are known for having wide open roads and large intersections built to accommodate heavy vehicle and

Overloaded Trucks Can Be Deadly

Overloaded trucks are at high risk of causing deadly truck accidents because they are harder to maneuver, mechanical failure is more probable, and the force of impact is greater if a crash occurs. Commercial trucks must comply with maximum weight limits to prevent accidents and fatal injuries. Dangers of Overloaded Trucks The

Next-Day Delivery Is Taking Lives

Next-day deliveries from Amazon’s enormous delivery network are contributing to accidents, injuries, and deaths of innocent civilians across the country. Amazon Under Fire for Delivery Accidents According to a New York Times investigation, at least 10 people have died from Amazon delivery accidents since 2015. The investigation focuses on the pressure put

Can You Sue a Franchisor for Slip and Fall Accidents?

Franchisors receive the benefits of their business franchised expansions without incurring additional liability for their franchisee’s actions, however, claims of vicarious liability may be filed. Franchise Operations Under a contractual agreement, franchisors are protected against liability for damages caused by the actions of their franchisees. Most franchise agreements state that the relationship

You Are not in Good Hands with the Insurance Company

Crash victims often experience big delays, small settlement offers, and denied claims when the at-fault driver is insured by certain insurance companies like Allstate. As a result, many people must hire car accident attorneys and file personal injury lawsuits to recover fair compensation. Drivers With Allstate Are Paying a Price Allstate, an

ELD Mandate in Full Force

Commercial truck drivers are now required to use electronic logging devices that record all their on-duty hours of service on the road. Federal ELD Regulations In 2017, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced new regulations that require all commercial truckers to use compliant, registered electronic logging devices (ELDs) to track

Death by Urban Design: Planning and Maintenance Could Save Lives

Negligent urban planning and poor roadway conditions are responsible for thousands of deadly accidents to motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists every year. Better Roadway Designs Increase Safety Poor road design and lack of regular road maintenance increase driving hazards that injure and kill thousands of American drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists each year. City

Could the Mechanic Shop Be Liable for Your Crash?

Mechanics that falsify auto repair records or inspection reports can be held liable for injuries if a crash occurs. Liability for Losses Caused by False Auto Repair Records If a mechanic or other responsible party lied about vehicle repairs or falsified repair or inspection records and a crash occurs, injured victims can

Talking to Your Doctor After an Accident

Providing doctors and health care providers with as much medical information as possible leads to a better healthcare outcome and provides valuable evidence for a larger personal injury settlement. Gathering Medical Evidence Following a car accident, it’s important to seek medical treatment from a doctor and document injuries as soon as possible.