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how is pain and suffering calculated in a slip and fall lawsuit
Aug 31, 2022

How Is Pain and Suffering Calculated in a Slip and Fall Lawsuit?

If you suffered injuries in a slip and fall accident in Las Vegas, you may be entitled to compensation for non-economic damages, like pain and suffering, in addition to economic damages. Determining the value of your non-economic damages is not as simple as adding up your receipts, billing statements, and other financial costs. How is […]
why is my car accident settlement taking so long
Aug 29, 2022

Why Is My Car Accident Settlement Taking So Long?

If you suffered injuries in a Las Vegas automobile accident, and the insurance company has yet to pay for your losses, financial pressures are probably building. With a loss of income and your medical bills due, you are most likely wondering, “Why is my car accident settlement taking so long?”  The time it takes to […]
prove nursing home neglect
Aug 24, 2022

What Kind of Evidence Do You Need to Prove Nursing Home Neglect?

If you believe a family member or other person in your life is experiencing nursing home neglect, and you decide to file an injury claim, you’re going to need to get prepared. You’ll need to show that the required elements exist, and you’re going to need strong evidence to back up your claim and prove […]
what kind of lawyer do i need for food poisoning
Jul 29, 2022

What Kind of Lawyer Do I need for Food Poisoning?

If you suspect that you contracted a foodborne illness in Las Vegas, you probably have medical bills and lost wages that need to be paid. You may also be entitled to compensation for your pain and suffering. To recover money damages, you’ll need to file a personal injury claim or lawsuit. Before you proceed, however, […]
determine future medical bills in a slip and fall
Jul 28, 2022

How Does a Lawyer Determine Future Medical Bills in a Slip and Fall Case?

A lawyer considers the need and severity of your injuries to determine future medical bills in a slip and fall case. You might incur more future medical bills if you suffered a traumatic brain injury than a sprained knee in a slip and fall incident. A lawyer may use an additional expense approach or a […]
after a deposition in a car accident case
Jun 30, 2022

What Happens After a Deposition in a Car Accident Case?

After a deposition in a car accident case, the court reporter makes a written transcript so that both sides have a legible document containing the information gathered. Your lawyer may depose more witnesses to gather more information. The opposing side may ask you to complete another medical exam from a different doctor. After both sides […]
the statute of limitations on premises liability
Jun 24, 2022

What Is the Statute of Limitations on Premises Liability?

You generally have two years to sue for damages if you suffered injuries on another person’s property in Nevada. If you only suffered property damage in the premises liability incident, you have three years to file a premises liability lawsuit. In both cases, the filing deadline begins to count on the date of the incident. […]
who owes the premises liability duty when tenants have rented the land
May 23, 2022

Who Owes the Premises Liability Duty When Tenants Have Rented the Land?

Determining who owes the premises liability duty when tenants have rented the land can be difficult. In some cases, tenants may owe premises liability duty along with landowners. While landlords owe a duty of care to the tenants and their guests, reckless activity or negligent behavior can push liability back on the tenant. To succeed […]
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Accident lawyer Christopher Burk handles all personal injury cases on a contingency basis. To ensure injured victims have access to one of the best accident lawyers in Las Vegas regardless of their ability to pay, Burk Injury Lawyers provides legal representation with upfront cost to you. Our injury law firm only gets paid when we win your case.