If you drive a vehicle, you know that you need to have insurance or suffer a heavy fine if you are caught. Every state, including Nevada, requires drivers to carry at least liability insurance. What happens if you are in an accident and the other person doesn’t...
Month: May 2015
Sexual harassment is common in the restaurant industry
Nevada is known across the country as a hospitality state due to its robust gaming and tourism attractions. As a result, many Las Vegas residents work in the food service industry and related positions. This can be a challenging and rewarding job, since food servers...
Lawsuits filed after “Fight of the Century”
Whether consumers are buying a product or tuning in to a sporting event, they expect a fair deal for their money. When those they are purchasing a product or service from fail to uphold their end of the bargain, business litigation can result. This appears to have...
What are the pros and cons of a civil appeal?
If you have been involved in a civil trial that did not end as you had hoped, you may wonder if you can dispute the verdict. Fortunately, the legal system is set up to protect Nevada residents who have suffered unfair trials or verdicts, by allowing them to appeal...
Non-compete agreements should not limit your future job options
There is a great deal of competition in many industries today, especially when it comes to highly specialized or technical jobs. Many Las Vegas companies include non-compete agreements in their employment contracts as a way to keep competing markets from undercutting...
Construction industry takes title as most dangerous profession
People who work in the construction workforce may be taken for granted by those who don't know just how dangerous this industry is. Every day, thousands of construction workers in Las Vegas put their lives on the line to improve roadways, construct buildings and...
Verizon sued for breach of contract by ESPN
When two companies enter into a contract in Nevada, and elsewhere, it is expected that each side will abide by the terms of the contract. Should one company, or the other, not fulfill their obligations as stated in the contract, business disputes may arise. In some...
Motions for new trials in the state of Nevada
After trials in Nevada, and elsewhere, are held and judgments issued, people may wish to contest the judgment. Although most people think of appeals when they consider these types of situations, those are not the only way to challenge a ruling. In some situations, a...
What are personal injury claims?
Mishaps are common in Las Vegas, and throughout Nevada. Although they occur relatively often, the aftermath can be painful and confusing for those involved. Whether a motor vehicle collision, slip or fall, or some other type of accident, people may sustain a range of...