Las Vegas Litigation Law Blog

Even when companies have had long-standing relationships, the process of renewing a contract is not always smooth. This can be the case for many reasons. One party may wish to change terms in a way that is not acceptable to the other. It may also be that issues that...

Intellectual property is a term that you, like many people in Nevada, may have heard of but not fully know what can be considered intellectual property and what cannot. In addition to knowing what is intellectual property, having an understanding about the rights that...

There are several types of claims that could be brought against a manufacturer if a defective product harms a consumer. At , we know how Nevada laws address product liability and when businesses may or may not be liable. Understanding these...

In 2014, there were more than 39,000 nonfatal workplace injuries reported in Nevada. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the majority of these occupational injuries took place in the private industry, and more than 11,000 cases resulted in the employee...

Nevada and federal laws dictate the policies by which a company must abide when marketing to consumers. Straying from those guidelines could result in costly business litigation that cites deceptive trade practices, breach of contract and a host of other claims. A...

After losing a loved one, you will understandably have a number of concerns. Aside from the emotional strain that the situation creates, there may also be financial issues at play. The decedent’s estate will have to go through probate if it is worth more than...

This country embraces the idea of a free marketplace. This practice can generate positive results for the consumer because companies compete with each other to turn better products or lower prices. In Nevada, businesses are required to abide by laws that dictate the...

Filing for a Chapter 11 bankruptcy can help a struggling business reorganize and continue operations. According to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Nevada, 122 companies in the Las Vegas area filed for Chapter 11 last year. There is a strict process by...

People who allege that a negligent act took place and led to an injury may file a lawsuit in order to collect damages from the responsible party. In Nevada, there are certain laws that apply that dictate how and when these suits may be filed.Nevada law imposes a...

One of the ways Nevada businesses can protect their intellectual property is through registering a patent. Taking the proper measures ahead of time can prevent the theft of trade secrets, which can be quite costly. Further, putting a patent, copyright or trademark in...