Las Vegas is a tourist hub. The high number of individuals who visit the city annually results in a spike of personal injury cases. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has shown that, on significant holidays and rush hours, the rate of car accidents within the city increases. Slip and fall incidents in crowded […]
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Indiana Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury
Sometimes, you don’t know about an injury until a later date. After a car accident, it’s common to exchange insurance information and then move on without checking your health. Then the back or neck pains start. You find out that you have whiplash, and you can’t work. How do you go about recovering what you’re […]
What to Do After a Personal Injury in Las Vegas
A Las Vegas personal injury can be a traumatic time that leaves you feeling understandably anxious and unsure as to what course of action to take next. Being aware of what to do in the event of an injury can make a huge difference in whether you get the proper treatment and compensation. The steps […]
Common Causes of Personal Injuries in Las Vegas
Personal injury claims are common in Las Vegas and can include car accidents, slip and fall accidents, and medical malpractice injuries, among others. Knowing what to expect following these accidents can significantly affect your next steps. Car Accidents: Leading Cause of Personal Injuries in Las Vegas Las Vegas road construction, lane shifts, and daily commutes […]
Medical Malpractice in Las Vegas: What Victims Need to Know
In the past three decades, state medical examiner boards across the country received more than 1.4 million medical malpractice lawsuits. Out of those millions, 12,584 medical injury claims were filed in Nevada from 1990 to 2000, according to the US Department of Health and Human Services (USDHHS). If you or a loved one are a […]
Valparaiso Grand Opening Celebration
To celebrate the official grand opening of our Valparaiso law office, we hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on September 12th at 4:30 p.m. in partnership with the Valparaiso Chamber and Crossroads Chamber. The event featured a fantastic turnout from our team, local businesses, and community members. Attendees enjoyed delicious food and drinks, had the opportunity to […]
Las Vegas Fall Prevention Awareness Week Safety Guide
Las Vegas Fall Prevention Awareness Week takes place every year during the third full week of September. Organizations like the Fall Prevention Center of Excellence (FPCE) and the National Council on Aging (NCOA) promote the event to highlight how serious slip-and-fall injuries are and educate people on how to prevent them. To help you and […]
Understanding Nevada’s Statute of Limitations
Nevada’s statute of limitations is the timeframe in which you are legally allowed to file a personal injury claim after your date of injury. Failing to meet this deadline means you may be barred from making a claim for compensation. To help ensure that you don’t miss out, you need to turn to a proven […]
Slip and Fall Accidents in Las Vegas: Legal Rights and Responsibilities
Even though it’s hard to believe, slip and fall accidents happen in popular places like Las Vegas. According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), over one-million Americans end up in an emergency room each year due to slip and fall injuries. If you are ever the victim of such an accident, a Las Vegas […]
The Role of Negligence in Las Vegas Personal Injury Cases
Determining fault when accidents happen is always a question of blame. Understanding how fault and negligence are defined and proven in Nevada is one of the major factors in determining compensation. A Las Vegas personal injury lawyer at Lerner and Rowe can help establish the facts needed to build a strong personal injury claim. Defining […]