Have you ever been out for a walk when a scary-looking dog comes running toward you, only for its owner to say, “Don’t worry, he’s a big softy. He just wants to say hello”? You cannot always judge a dog by how it looks. If an owner says their dog is harmless, you hope...
Personal Injury Claims
Animal attacks can have major psychological consequences
If a dog, cat or another animal attacks you, your first concern is likely to be your physical health. After all, animal bites can leave you with serious physical injuries, ranging from deep cuts to life-threatening infections. Following any animal attack, it is...
Are some dog breeds more likely to bite?
Certain dog breeds have an aggressive reputation. But do the numbers back up the perceived likelihood that an animal will bite? Review the research and learn more about seeking financial recovery after a dog bite injury. Dog bite studies Forbes cited federal dog...
Which body parts are most vulnerable in a motorcycle crash?
You know you should put on your helmet and safety gear before you hit the streets of Las Vegas on your motorcycle. Once you have your gear on, you have reduced the risk of severe injury in a crash. However, based on statistics reported by RideApart.com, the...
Who is liable for the Vegas shootings?
People in Nevada and all over the country are still mourning the loss of lives from the mass shooting at the Mandalay Bay in October. As the shock begins to wear off, people are looking for answers and want somebody to be held accountable. Arguments on whether the...
Medical negligence and the opioid crisis
As in other parts of the country, residents of Nevada are seeing the devastating effects of the opioid crisis. Although heroin is one cause of overdoses in the country, prescription opioids have been singled out as major contributors to this issue. As a result,...
Broken bones could lead to complications and chronic pain
Suffering a bone fracture in an accident may not seem like a cause for much concern for Nevada residents. Casts these days allow for maximum usage of the limb affected, and people are often on their way to recovery shortly. However, according to the Mayo Clinic, a...
When is my landlord responsible for an injury on the property?
You want your family and your guests to be safe when they are in your home in Nevada. For example, you may take care to keep your sidewalk and steps clear of debris and ice. Landlordology points out, though, that if you are renting the property, the threat of a fall...
What construction workers should know about TBIs
Construction workers in Nevada may have seen a bad head injury on the site firsthand that has brought home just how dangerous their job really is. According to Safety+Health magazine, traumatic brain injury statistics reinforce the personal experience of...
When an accident damages the spinal cord
An injury to any part of your body may affect how you function on a day-to-day basis. With a broken arm, you may have trouble cooking, driving to your job in Nevada or other tasks. However, if you sustain a spinal cord injury, it could impair your ability to use one...
