How to Recognize and Respond to Dangerous Drivers

While some crashes are a matter of circumstance, a majority of fatal car accidents can be linked to dangerous drivers operating their vehicles in a reckless or inattentive fashion. While not every act of recklessness is noticeable by a third party, you can often pick up on certain warning signs in other motorists that suggest that they could be a risk. Once you’ve recognized them, knowing how to respond to dangerous drivers is key to successfully avoiding a Nevada [...]

January 14, 2021 By Las Vegas Legal News Las Vegas Law Blog Read more...

Common Risks Associated with Parking Lot Accidents

Parking lots in Nevada can be surprisingly dangerous and unpredictable, presenting many unique risks unlike any other stretch of roadway. Due to the low speeds of most drivers, parking lot accidents are rarely fatal, yet they can inflict many accident-related injuries and a host of severe financial damages. These types of crashes should never be overlooked or downplayed, so make sure to familiarize yourself with how to avoid the risks that parking lots present. Distracted Drivers Many motorists treat parking lots [...]

January 7, 2021 By Las Vegas Legal News Las Vegas Law Blog Read more...

The Most Lethal Types of Car Accidents

Car accidents in Nevada claim hundreds of lives every year and are incredibly dangerous regardless of the circumstances. However, auto accident fatality statistics reveal that certain types of accidents are more lethal than others, especially when combined with other risk factors such as drunk driving or speeding. Head-On and Side-Impact Crashes Rear-end collisions are some of the safest types of crashes, as they’re usually low-speed accidents that are further mitigated by either cars’ front and rear bumpers. Conversely, crashes from other [...]

December 31, 2020 By Las Vegas Legal News Las Vegas Law Blog Read more...

Are Auto Accidents More Common on Christmas Day?

Christmas can be a time of festivity and cheer as families and friends come together for the holidays, yet many people fail to realize that the end of the year carries with it a host of unique risks as well. Christmas auto accident statistics show that approximately 300 people will die in crashes over the three-day period surrounding Christmas Day, so it’s in your best interest to learn how you can avoid becoming a casualty statistic in a Nevada [...]

December 24, 2020 By Las Vegas Legal News Las Vegas Law Blog Read more...

Common Signs That You’re Too Drowsy to Drive

Drowsy driving is an epidemic like no other, affecting almost every motorist in the world at some point in their lives. While it’s possible to avoid fatigue behind the wheel by getting enough sleep and managing your driving schedule effectively, you’re inevitably going to have to deal with drowsiness at some point during your driving career. Familiarize yourself with how to recognize those moments of exhaustion and what you should do to avoid an auto accident once you do. Warning [...]

December 17, 2020 By Las Vegas Legal News Las Vegas Law Blog Read more...

How to Avoid Auto Accidents in Bad Weather

As the winter grows colder, rain, sleet, ice, snow, fog, and high winds are becoming all the more common in Nevada, contributing to staggering auto accident statistics such as over 20% of all crashes being weather-related. Take this opportunity to learn how to avoid Nevada car accidents as the weather grows worse. Be Prepared Avoiding the dangers of bad weather starts well before the weather takes a turn for the worse. With appropriate precautions and foresight, you can head into adverse [...]

December 10, 2020 By Las Vegas Legal News Las Vegas Law Blog Read more...