Your recovery from your accident will be under the direction of medical providers, and specialists, who will provide treatment and pos sibly prescribe medications to manage pain. As your accident claim progresses, your doctor may disable you for a time. You may be referred to chiropractors and/or physical therapists to assist in the healing process … Auto Accident Series (Part 8) The Auto Accident Demand
Privacy is a word that gets thrown around a lot today. What can others find out about us in the internet age, that used to be considered private? The answer is a lot. Before the advent of the internet, about as much as anyone could find out about you, without hours of investigation, is your … Auto Accident Series (Part 7) – Social Media and your Accident Claim
Once you’ve retained an attorney for your Auto Accident Case, continue seeing your doctor and follow their instructions regarding treatments, taking your medications, visiting with specialists if needed, obtaining needed physical therapy, and concentrate on the processes which will allow your body to heal. It’s important to your case, that all instructions from your doctor … Auto Accident Series (Part 6) – The Legal Process of an Accident Claim
Once you have retained our firm to represent you in your Auto Accident case, the need for ongoing communications between you, your lawyer, and our staff becomes critical. It is important that our lawyers and staff obtain all needed documentation that wasn’t submitted during the Initial Consultation. Much of the additional information will be obtained … Auto Accident Series (Part 5) – Communications with our firm
After a car accident which resulted in injuries to you, you’ve now determined to hire a lawyer to assist with your case. When you call the Richard Harris Law Firm, you will talk with a Legal Assistant known as an Intake Specialist who will gather and record general information about your accident and will discuss … AUTO ACCIDENT SERIES (PART 4) – THE INITIAL CONSULTATION
In our previous blog entries in this series, we’ve discussed the accident itself and ways to protect your rights at the accident scene, and what the objectives of the insurance company are in handling your claim. If you’ve been in an accident, you may have learned that dealing with the opposing insurance company is not … AUTO ACCIDENT SERIES (PART 3): WHEN TO HIRE A LAWYER AND CHOOSING THE RIGHT LAWYER
In the words of Richard Harris, “The insurance company’s objective is to settle quickly and unreasonably, for as little money as possible. But the objective of a skilled attorney is to make sure your settlement will be fair and reasonable to the injuries you sustained, with proper and complete medical treatment to restore you to … AUTO ACCIDENT SERIES (PART 2): INSURANCE COMPANY OBJECTIVES
No one plans for an accident when they get in their vehicle. But the statistics indicate that getting into an accident at some point in your driving career is likely. In 2016 alone, over 3 million injuries occurred due to car crashes nationwide. A little bit of advanced planning isn’t a bad idea. Some items … AUTO ACCIDENT SERIES (PART 1): THE ACCIDENT
A large portion of the Richard Harris Law Firm is devoted to representing people who were injured in motor vehicle accidents. While we have reported on this subject previously in several blog posts, we realize that having information regarding all aspects of the accident itself, and the subsequent decisions of hiring a lawyer and going … INTRODUCING THE AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT SERIES
Roadways in Nevada receive frequent repairs and alterations. When that happens, road work crews may be present for weeks or even months at a time. Driving through active work zones requires focus and caution, as they can pose threats to both drivers and workers. The Nevada Department of Transportation says that work zone crashes claim … 3 Work Zone Safety Tips
When another driver causes an auto accident that results in you or your loved ones suffering injuries, you can file a compensation claim against their auto insurance provider. But what are you supposed to do after a crash where the other driver leaves the scene? Hit-and-run accidents are more common than you might think in … What Should You Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident?
When you drive your car, you keep your eyes on the road, your hands on the steering wheel, and your mind on the task at hand. Driving is a complex task, and it requires all three of those actions working simultaneously to get you and your passengers to and from your destinations safely. Anything that … The Dangers of Texting and Driving
An auto accident can be stressful, frightening, and traumatic, even when it’s relatively minor and the other driver is available to exchange information with you. But a crash can be particularly devastating when the at-fault driver flees the scene, as you may have no idea who hit you and who to contact to go about … What Happens After a Hit-and-Run Accident?
If you were just involved in a crash that wasn’t your fault, you may be facing serious injuries and time away from work—but that means you’re no longer getting the paycheck you and your family depend on. Since you didn’t cause the crash, you should have no problem getting a fair settlement from the insurance … 3 Post-Auto Accident Mistakes That Could Jeopardize Your Claim
At Richard Harris Personal Injury Law Firm, we know how devastating car accidents can be. It’s our goal to help you get all the compensation you deserve for your accident-related expenses. We don’t think you should bear the financial burden of an accident that wasn’t your fault—and unlike the insurance company, we put your best … Research Shows Car Accident Victims With a Lawyer Get More Money
Sleep Deprivation and Sleep Apnea Increase Risks of Accidents While it should come as no surprise that sleep deprivation leads to an increased risk of accidents, three recent studies have attempted to find a statistical correlation between sleep deprivation, particularly obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and increased risks of motor vehicle accidents and occupational injuries. Recent … Sleep Deprivation and Car Accidents
If you’ve driven the roads in Las Vegas for even a short period of time, you’ll realize that they can be a hostile environment. In fact, regardless of where you’re driving, it is one of the riskiest and most dangerous activities that you do on a daily basis. Our city has particular challenges for several … The Lost Art of Defensive Driving
It’s a matter of trade-offs. You, the consumer, are caught between two possibilities when you’re involved in an accident. On one hand the insurance company is willing to pay some quick, easy money as full payment for the claim. You will have money to get you past the accident, but you may have some aches … Why does the legal process take so long?
The release, the whole release, and nothing but the release You’ve just had a car accident. You were rear-ended at a traffic light. You still hear the boom of the impact and the crunch of metal, as you mentally replay the accident over and over in your mind. You’re probably in a bit of shock … Insurance Company Objectives
A motor vehicle accident (MVA) can have disastrous effects on your job, family, and finances. Couple that with medical bills or deductibles, and you’ll soon find yourself in a mountain of potential debt. Making matters worse is the possibility that the auto insurance company you deal with will deny your claim. If this happens, you … Motor Vehicle Injury Lawsuits: Understanding Your Options
