Dear Clients and Friends, In times of uncertainty, it’s common to look for a sense of reassurance and sources of strength. The Richard Harris Law Firm and its Law Tigers, The Defenders and Ticket Busters divisions help you deal with the risks of … [Read more...]
I was hit by an uninsured driver: What now?
The scenario of being hit by an uninsured driver is not that uncommon. It's estimated that roughly 13% of drivers nationwide are driving without insurance. In Nevada it’s about 10%, so you have a one in ten chance that the driver who causes an accident … [Read more...]
Corona Virus Business Closure Update
As of March 12, 2020, Nevada is now under a state declared Emergency in response to the Corona Virus pandemic. This state of emergency is an attempt to slow the spread of Corona Virus by limiting face to face personal contact, and includes language which … [Read more...]
Auto Accident Series Supplemental: Rental Car Accidents
If you’re visiting Las Vegas or elsewhere for business or pleasure, you may decide to rent a car to get around during your stay. If you get in an accident in a rental car, you may find that the rental vehicle adds a level of difficulty to the accident … [Read more...]
Medical bills during an accident claim
When you’ve been in an accident which caused injuries, your life gets more complicated. Not only do you have the regular daily issues to deal with, but now have an extra level of distraction with the treatment and therapy needed for your recovery. If … [Read more...]
Basic Principles of Immigration Law (Part 2)
Historically, governments around the world claim the right to control entry into their sovereign territory, and under what conditions, and how long and for what purposes foreign visitors may stay. In the United States, this right is solely the domain of … [Read more...]
Basic Principles of Immigration Law (Part 1)
There are very few areas of the law more complex than U.S. immigration law. As the decades have progressed a patchwork of archaic laws have developed, supplemented by executive orders from multiple presidents, with lack of action by the U.S. Congress to … [Read more...]
Hernia Mesh complications can cause pain and additional injuries
Hernia is a tear or break in the muscle wall surrounding the organs of the abdomen and upper leg and groin areas of the body. When the muscle wall weakens due to overexertion, persistent cough, prior injury, surgery, among other causes, the organs within … [Read more...]
Auto Accidents – What is No Fault Insurance?
State laws determine under what circumstances you can sue a negligent driver for damages. The traditional system prior to the 1970’s was a tort liability system under which a driver who suffers injuries from a car accident was able to sue the “at fault” … [Read more...]
Basics of Employment Law (Part 2)
Employment Law is a complex area of the law and you should consult with an attorney if you have been wrongfully terminated or discriminated against in the workplace. In our last blog article, we discussed several areas of employment law that are common … [Read more...]
Basics of Employment Law (Part 1)
Have you been wrongfully fired or laid off? Are you still employed but feel your employer is discriminating against you, or do you feel your employer, boss, or others in the workplace are harassing you? Have you come back from a leave due to pregnancy … [Read more...]
Allergan® Biocell Textured Breast Implants Recalled due to Cancer Risks
We first wrote about the dangers of textured breast implants in 2017. Since that article much has occurred. In July 2019, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recalled the Allergan® Biocell brand of textured breast implants and tissue expanders, … [Read more...]
Fatalities on Nevada Roads show a rare drop in 2019
Good news doesn’t sell, which is apparently why we never hear much good news. But for Nevada motorists, the traffic news shows a rare improvement in 2019. For Clark County drivers, the news is even more encouraging. The Nevada Department of Public … [Read more...]
Lawsuits allege Round Up causes cancer
Over 43,000 lawsuits have been filed throughout the United States against Round Up manufacturer, Bayer AG (Bayer). The cases allege that Monsanto, which was purchased by Bayer AG in 2018, knew, or should have known, that the product, which has been in … [Read more...]
Zantac Recalled due to Cancer Risks
The heartburn medication Zantac has been recalled within the United States and in other countries worldwide, because its active ingredient Ranitidine, mixes with common substances within the human body causing formation of high levels of the probable … [Read more...]
Workers Compensation Claims in Las Vegas
The Las Vegas construction boom continues. While Project Neon, the largest public works project in Nevada history is complete, the I-15/Tropicana interchange project is just beginning, the Resorts World project continues, The Las Vegas Convention Center … [Read more...]
Injured Passengers in Nevada
Auto Accident Series (Supplemental 1) If you were injured while a passenger in a vehicle when an accident occurred, you probably have a valid claim to recover damages to cover your injuries. You should contact the lawyers of the Richard Harris Law … [Read more...]
Holiday Season Accident Risks
Thanksgiving weekend is recognized as the official beginning of the holiday season which for most, consists of travel for gatherings with family and friends, feasts, shopping for gifts, and making of lots of memories. Unfortunately, sometimes such … [Read more...]
What should I do if I’m a victim of a Road Rage Accident?
One of the most disturbing trends in driving is the increase in incidents of road rage. Road rage can be frightening and can cause serious injuries, and even death, if a collision occurs. Statistics indicate that road rage accidents are increasing … [Read more...]
Bicycle Accidents can be Devastating
We hear about people on bicycles being hit by cars, thankfully not very often. Unfortunately, the accidents we don’t hear about in the news still leave many bicyclists seriously injured. The most recent bicycle accident that made the news occurred on … [Read more...]