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 … [Read more...]
AUTO ACCIDENT SERIES (PART 4) – THE INITIAL CONSULTATION
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 … [Read more...]
3 Work Zone Safety Tips
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 … [Read more...]
5 Safe Driving Tips for Memorial Day Weekend
Many people will kick off the summer season this Memorial Day with weekend getaways or celebrations at home with family and friends. No matter how you celebrate, it’s important to remember that Memorial Day weekend is one of the busiest times of the year … [Read more...]
What Should You Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident?
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 … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day Safety Tips
There’s no shortage of bars, pubs, taverns, restaurants, and other venues to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year in Las Vegas. It’s an ideal holiday to let loose and enjoy a few drinks with family and friends, but it can be dangerous if you aren’t … [Read more...]
Social Media and Your Personal Injury Claim
If you’re like most active people today, you’ve got a busy life. In most cases, that busy life is being documented by communicating with friends on social media. Whether it’s Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn, with every post and every picture or … [Read more...]
Don’t Let Social Media Hurt Your Chance at Compensation
A study released in early 2018 revealed that nearly 70 percent of American adults use social media. Websites like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram make it easy for users to stay in touch with family and friends while sharing updates about their … [Read more...]
How We Determine the Value of Your Claim
Suffering an injury because of another person’s negligence can be devastating, especially if it results in big medical bills and extended time away from work. You know that you can file a claim for compensation, but how much money are you eligible to … [Read more...]
Seven Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer at the Richard Harris Law Firm
When you’ve been injured in an accident you should only be preoccupied with one thing: recovering from your injuries. Dealing with insurance companies and other liable parties should be the last thing on your mind at this time. Knowing that insurance … [Read more...]
What to Expect When You Hire a Lawyer
For many people, the legal system and attorneys are things they’ve only seen in movies or heard about. The idea of getting a lawyer can be intimidating and scary for them—especially if they have to go to court and sit in front of a judge.But getting a … [Read more...]
Types of Discovery for an Injury Claim
After you’ve been hurt through no fault of your own, it’s our goal to help you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Unfortunately, the insurance company doesn’t always put your best interests first. When they don’t offer you a fair … [Read more...]
Route 91 Shooting Healing Gardens
Less than a week after the horrendous events of October 1, 2017, when 58 concert goers at the Route 91 Harvest Festival were brutally cut down by a mass shooter, Las Vegans came together to open a place of remembrance for the victims. The Las Vegas … [Read more...]
What to Expect When Your Case Goes to Trial
Although most personal injury cases are settled before the trial stage, a small percentage of them still make it into the courtroom. At Richard Harris Personal Injury Law Firm, we know that the thought of going to trial may seem intimidating. That’s why … [Read more...]
How the Insurance Company Tries to Deny Your Claim
In addition to being traumatic, painful, and disabling, auto accidents are also expensive. Victims often face big medical bills for post-accident treatments, including surgeries, prescription medications, and ongoing physical rehabilitation.To make … [Read more...]
Motorists: Allow Three Feet for Bicycles… It’s the Law
Pete Makowski was killed when a gravel truck hit him from behind while riding his bicycle in June 2013. Roger Swain survived when a car hit him on his way to work in June 2015. He was wearing protective gear including a helmet, but sustained multiple … [Read more...]
With Las Vegas Construction on the Rebound, So are Worker’s Compensation Claims
By most objective measures the economy of Southern Nevada is coming to life, and leading the way is the construction industry. Read nearly any newspaper or trade journal and you’ll see articles regarding the boom of new projects in Las Vegas and … [Read more...]
Share a Bike in Las Vegas… But Be Careful!
You expect when you use Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) vehicles, that you’re going to get on a big bus or use a CAT para-transport bus for transport around the city. But if you’re one of the approximately 8,000 people who have used the new bike … [Read more...]
More Work Means More Work Injuries
When driving around Las Vegas or any part of the great State of Nevada, you’ve noticed happily consistent sights and growing sounds: new construction projects. Construction is finally picking up in Nevada with the nation’s seventh highest percentage gain … [Read more...]
John Doe Defendant: How to Sue an Unknown Person
Many people don't know how to name all of the responsible parties in a lawsuit when they do not know who they are. Fortunately, there is a way around this: naming a John Doe defendant. This article will help you understand what steps are done if one can't … [Read more...]