Medical errors are a significant cause of serious injury or death for people in Nevada, as well as across the country. Your doctor or surgeon might falsely diagnose an issue you are having, give you the wrong prescription or make a mistake during surgery....
Month: November 2016
Understanding how insurance scams can hurt businesses
Often, people who file false claims so they can be paid by an insurer do not think they are doing any harm – or they do not care. However, insurance fraud is a crime that is detrimental to everyone involved, from the insurance company to consumers, who pay for...
Undocumented immigrants often subjected to employee abuse
Many people from other countries relocate to America in an effort to improve their lives. Some gain residency through legal routes, while others are undocumented. A significant portion of the workforce in Nevada is made up of immigrants. Immigrants have the right to...
What insurance coverages are NV employers required to provide?
If you are a new business owner in Las Vegas, you may not yet realize your obligations regarding employment insurance. Your employees are legally entitled to certain protections, which are covered under employment-based business insurance. In this post, we will...
Things landlords need to know to avoid legal trouble
If you own rental property in Las Vegas, you may well understand the problems that can arise from having someone rent from you. However, you are also responsible for many aspects of the property, which could cause a health or safety issue with your tenants if you fail...
What does fair use mean?
Several weeks ago, we discussed the topic of fair use by citing a lawsuit between Google and Oracle. The subject involved a civil appeal regarding whether Java code owned by Oracle could be copied per fair use law. Whether you are a business owner or consumer in Las...
Are ride-sharing services dangerous?
With the holiday season upon us, you may be making plans to spend some time at the Las Vegas Strip celebrating with friends. It is always a good idea to get a sober ride home, instead of driving after having too much to drink. One of your choices might be to hail a...
What should business owners know about unions?
Unions are a part of the work environment for many businesses in Las Vegas and elsewhere. Typical industries that have unionized employees include construction, trucking and mining, although unions can exist in any industry. Like many business owners, you might have...