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 matters worse, many victims are unable to go back to work for long periods of time. And when they’re not working, they’re not … How the Insurance Company Tries to Deny Your Claim
Off to school! An integral part of your daily life as a parent is sending your child to school. In fact, it is the law. For children ages 6 to 16, it is compulsory to be enrolled in school whether it is public, private, or homeschool. Schools are designed to be a place of safety … CHILD INJURY ON SCHOOL PROPERTY
How much is your personal injury claim worth? Like so much in life, it depends. Before we get into the ins and outs of determining what your claim may be worth, it’s important to know there is no magic calculator to quickly estimate a case’s value. Rather, accurately calculating an individual case’s value requires an … Value of a Claim
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 nationwide. In addition to civil actions you can take after a road rage accident, … What should I do if I’m a victim of a Road Rage Accident?
Once a well-structured and strong Demand for Settlement has been filed as part of your Auto Accident Case, negotiations begin to obtain a fair settlement for your case. The demand is actually the first step in negotiating your claim and sets the conditions for the remainder of the process to obtain a reasonable and fair … Auto Accident Series (Part 9) – Negotiating your Auto 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
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?
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 video posted, you are building a very detailed record of your life in … Social Media and Your Personal Injury 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 receive? The insurance company may have contacted you in the days or … How We Determine the Value of Your Claim
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 companies’ goals are to pay the bare minimum, you need an advocate who will … Seven Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer at the Richard Harris Law Firm
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 settlement, we’re prepared to fight for your rights to the compensation you’re owed. … Types of Discovery for an Injury Claim
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 Healing Garden, located at 1015 S Casino Center Blvd … Route 91 Shooting Healing Gardens
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 we want to remove some of the mystery that surrounds taking a … What to Expect When Your Case Goes to Trial
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 injuries that required surgery. In April 2017, a prominent … Motorists: Allow Three Feet for Bicycles… It’s the Law
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 throughout Nevada. New projects are being announced, from the Resorts World project … With Las Vegas Construction on the Rebound, So are Worker’s Compensation Claims
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 in construction jobs from 2014 to 2015. This welcome news indicates the economy in Nevada is … More Work Means More Work Injuries
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 identify each defendant in your lawsuit. The John Doe … John Doe Defendant: How to Sue an Unknown Person
