Punitive damages are designed to punish the wrongdoer. They are typically awarded by the court when a defendant’s behavior is found to be especially egregious. Recovering Punitive Damages Punitive damages, also referred to as exemplary damages, are not awarded as compensation for injuries, but rather as a punishment for a particularly harmful
Nevada Among the Worst States for Pedestrian Deaths
Nevada is among the worst states for pedestrian fatalities according to a recent report. The state ranks sixth in the nation with 2.5 pedestrian deaths per 100,000 residents. Nevada Pedestrian Deaths The report, “Pedestrian Safety Special Investigative Report”, was released by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) showing pedestrian deaths between 2007
Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Nevada Personal Injury Lawsuits
When filing a personal injury lawsuit in Nevada, claims must be filed according to the Statute of Limitations for each type of injury claim. Nevada Personal Injury Lawsuits Nevada personal injury lawsuits must adhere to the Statutes of Limitations, laws that limit the time allowed to file a lawsuit. If lawsuits are not filed
Lake Mead Officials: Remembering L.A.K.E Can Save Your Life
Visitors to Lake Mead are reminded by park officials to remember the acronym L.A.K.E. which emphasizes the importance of life jackets, no alcohol, weather conditions, and attention to swimmers and boaters. Boating Safety on Lake Mead Boating accidents on Lake Mead are common due to large numbers of boaters, adverse weather conditions,
Diabetes Sufferers: Were You Injured by Invokana?
Invokana, a prescription medication used to treat diabetes, is linked to bacterial genital infections and other serious medical conditions, even death. Diabetes Sufferers Beware Recently the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning about dangerous side effects linked to Invokana, a prescription drug used to treat Type 2 diabetes. The
Did Dangerous Products Harm Your Child?
When children are injured by dangerous toys, furnishings, or other children’s products, manufacturers and resellers can be held accountable for selling the hazardous item or failing to warn consumers of the risks. Children at Risk Thousands of children’s products are recalled every year when dangerous designs and manufacturing defects cause injuries and
In the Next 10 Minutes, 3 People will Die From Preventable Deaths
One person dies every three minutes from an unintentional accident that could have been prevented. Preventable deaths from accidental injuries have reached the highest number in U.S. history. Preventable Deaths on the Rise According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), preventable deaths from accidental injuries in the United States
Nevada’s Dangerous Highways – Add New Interstate 11 to the List?
Over the summer, a consumer website ranking roads based on federal crash data found U.S. 93 between Wickenburg and the Hoover Dam, especially the stretch in Mohave County, to be the most dangerous highway in the country. Between 2010 and 2016, there were 70 deadly crashes on the highway with 90 fatalities.
Benefits of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer in Henderson
Whether it was a car accident, slip-and-fall accident, or defective product, getting hurt in an injury accident can leave you stunned and at a loss as to how to proceed. Nevada accident victims are often in dire need of compensation to help them afford the costs of their injuries, such as medical
Rollover Crash in Henderson Injures Five
A violent single-vehicle rollover crash has resulted in five individuals being sent to the hospital. This incident highlights the dangers of rollover crashes. Learn more about the local accident and the causes of rollover crashes below, and contact a seasoned Henderson personal injury attorney if you’ve been hurt in a rollover crash