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May 12, 2023

Examples of Expert Witnesses in Personal Injury Claims

Several examples of expert witnesses are helpful in proving personal injury cases. An expert witness is a person who has specialized knowledge or expertise in a particular field and is called upon to provide their opinion or testimony in a legal proceeding. Expert witnesses testimony is used to help the court understand complex technical or […]
Apr 20, 2023

What Is the Attractive Nuisance Doctrine in Nevada?

What is the attractive nuisance doctrine? The Nevada attractive nuisance doctrine is a legal concept that holds property owners responsible for injuries suffered by children who are lured onto their property by an “attractive nuisance.” An attractive nuisance is something on the property that is likely to attract children, such as a swimming pool, trampoline, […]
common injuries from car accidents
Mar 31, 2023

What Are the Most Common Injuries From Car Accidents?

Car accidents can lead to a variety of injuries, from bruises and scratches to broken bones and traumatic brain injuries. Most car accident injuries are blunt force injuries caused by the impact of the initial crash or by the secondary impact of being slammed against the interior of their vehicles or the ground. Not all […]
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Feb 28, 2023

What Is Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and How Does it Work?

Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance can be an essential part of auto insurance coverage, offering critical financial assistance to drivers, passengers, and even pedestrians involved in an accident. Although Nevada doesn’t mandate PIP, many drivers opt for similar coverage, such as MedPay, to help cover medical expenses and related costs after an accident. If you […]
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Jan 31, 2023

What Car Accident Damages Can I Claim?

The car accident damages a victim can claim will vary, depending on the severity of the injury, and the financial and non-economic losses that are caused by the accident. Damages are the compensation that can be recovered in a claim after a car accident has occurred. Car accident damages do not just have to include […]
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Dec 29, 2022

Who Do I Sue if a UPS Truck Hit My Car?

Several parties may have liability for crashes involving UPS trucks and passenger vehicles. The answer to the question, “Who do I sue if a UPS truck hit my car?” will depend on whether external factors contributed to the crash, and how the driver is employed by the company.  Millions of American order packages and other […]
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Nov 29, 2022

When Can You Sue for Premises Liability in Nevada?

If you suffered injuries on someone else’s property, and a property owner or operator was negligent, you can sue for premises liability. Property owners and others have a legal duty to maintain reasonably safe conditions in areas where they allow invited guests and licensees. When they fail in that duty and someone gets hurt, they […]
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Oct 28, 2022

What Is the Statute of Limitations for Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuits in Nevada?

The statute of limitations for nursing home abuse lawsuits in Nevada is two years from the date of when the injury was discovered, or reasonably should have been discovered. If you suspect your loved one has been abused or neglected, you may want to speak to an attorney who has experience handling this type of […]
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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.