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...]
Poisoned By Food? Find Out How A Personal Injury Attorney May Be Able To Help
When it comes to food, things do not always go so smoothly. There are times when you may go to dinner and get home feeling less than jovial. If you have recently experienced food poisoning and wish to pursue legal action, attorneys that specialize in … [Read more...]
Swallowing Batteries – An Increasing Problem
Each year almost 3,000 kids are treated in emergency rooms across the United States after swallowing a battery. This amounts to one kid every 3 hours. The number of serious injuries and death from battery ingestion has increased almost 9 times in the … [Read more...]