Cruise control helps a driver keep a constant speed without the need for driver input or monitoring the speedometer. It comes standard on most cars and often preferred by highway commuters. However, it should not be used when driving in the city of Las Vegas proper, as the possibility of heavy traffic and sudden stops […]
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Las Vegas: Tips for Driving Safely Through Fog
Since Las Vegas does not experience fog too often, many drivers become very nervous when they encounter fog, and start to speed up while driving. This is the most dangerous thing to do, and drivers should remind themselves to not speed up and check their speedometer. Driving at normal posted speeds can be dangerous. You […]
Can I Drive While Using Headphones in Las Vegas?
Driving without music is unthinkable for most people and makes the ride much more pleasant and enjoyable. Music also reduces road rage. However, sometimes your passengers hate your music. After all, there’s only so many times you can listen to Boot Scootin’ Boogie. Maybe your radio shorted out. Whatever the reason, you are considering resorting […]
Common Workplace Injuries in Las Vegas
Las Vegas workplace injuries happen. People are human after all. Some injuries can be minor, such as cuts, burns or sprains. Usually, these need little to no medical treatment and generally, do not need workers’ comp. However, if your workplace injury is worse, you might need workers’ comp for your loss of wages, damages or […]
Car Crashes Caused by Animals in Las Vegas
With all the new construction in the Valley, coyote sightings become more and more common. Unfortunately, sometimes they wander into the road. Driving along and one suddenly appears in the middle of the road. It can startle even the most experienced driver. Animals running into the road are among the top causes of car crashes. […]
Las Vegas: What to Do After an Out-of-State Car Accident
While you may be covered if you have an out-of-state car accident when traveling across state lines, it might be worth it to the laws where you will be driving. This could help your plans to get extra insurance coverage if needed. Generally, if you have ample auto insurance and your claim is under your […]
Las Vegas: Medical Expenses Explode for Injured Bicyclists
Las Vegas is trying to become a biker’s paradise by creating paths and urging non-bikers to start riding. With these improvements, it is important to have a Las Vegas bicycle accident lawyer by your side to ensure you get the compensation you deserve if hurt. Motorists and cyclists must share the road and look out […]
Las Vegas Trail Traffic: Preventing Bike-Pedestrian Accidents
Las Vegas is a great city for biking – the sunny, moderate weather lets bikers ride all year. The city is expanding their bike lanes and paths to accommodate more riders. With Las Vegas’ population of half a million and growing, bikers and walkers have to learn to co-exist with each other as well as […]
The Impact of Marijuana Legalization on Car Accidents In Nevada
Since November 2016, both recreational and medical marijuana are legal in Nevada for individuals 21 and older. In the fix six months of legalization, dispensaries have sold upwards of $195 million in product. Safe to say, this industry isn’t slowing anytime soon. However, it presents a new slew of issues, the main one being Las Vegas […]
Las Vegas: Vehicle Defects and Safety Recalls
There are strict federal regulations in the U.S. aimed to protect consumers from the defective vehicle manufacturing, design or performance to avoid accidents. Despite this, defective vehicles injure and kill thousands every year — 30,000 deaths were reported in 2009. According to the DoT’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), who governs vehicle safety, recalls have been issued for […]