There is never a convenient time to experience a personal injury accident. When they do happen, they can have negative short- or long-term consequences and can even alter a person’s life completely. The unfortunate truth behind a majority of all personal injury cases is had a person or entity acted reasonably and without negligence, the accident injury may have been avoided.

If you or a loved one have been injured due to the negligence of another person or entity, you probably have questions about recovering financially. An experienced Nevada personal injury lawyer can help you answer all pressing questions and get you back on the road to recovery.

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At Brian Boyer Injury Lawyer, our dedicated team of professional have spent the past decade helping those who have become injured in Clark County and surrounding areas of Nevada. As shocking as it may sound, there are an estimated 200,000 – 300,000 personal injury accidents each year nationwide. That said, it is possible for a person to become injured and not realize that they need the assistance of a lawyer. Therefore, it is important that you understand when these circumstances may warrant hiring a personal injury lawyer.

If you have become injured and are wondering whether or not you have a claim, we invite you to contact Brian Boyer Injury Lawyer for a complimentary consultation. Our attorneys work on contingency which means you pay nothing unless we win.

Determining if You Have a Nevada Personal Injury Claim

If you’ve recently fallen victim to a personal injury accident due to the direct negligence of another person or entity, you will likely have questions surrounding whether or not you can file a personal injury claim. This may be especially true if you’ve become injured on public property or if you’ve been hit by a reckless driver. The answer to this question can oftentimes be complex; however, as with every Nevada personal injury claim, there are a few principles that remain the same.

These include, but are not limited to:

  • Liability: In other words, someone breached their duty of care to you and is held liable for your injuries. A common example of this could be a person who crashes into another driver because they were texting while driving. The negligent driver breached their duty of care by breaking the rules of the road and would therefore be held responsible for your injuries.
  • Causation: In the example of the distracted driver above, because they were texting and driving, they crashed into your car and caused you to suffer from whiplash and soft-tissue injuries.
  • Damages. Still referencing the above distracted driving example, your broken bone and whiplash resulted in medical bills (damages).

If all three of these elements exist, or will exist, you have a valid personal injury claim in the State of Nevada. We encourage you to contact our Las Vegas personal injury lawyer for a complimentary case review at 702-514-1414.

Most Common Injuries in Personal Injury Claims

Personal injury is a blanket term for various subcategories of accident types. Each accident type has their own most common injuries sustained. For example, whiplash is commonly associated with car accidents while slip-and-fall accidents are well-known for their back and hip injuries. Conversely, trucking accidents and structural defects are the most common to have catastrophic injuries.

In any event, below are some of the most common personal injuries our law firm has handled:

Although this is not a comprehensive list of every injury that we have handled, you can count on the fact that most personal injury claims will include at least one of the abovementioned injuries.

Most of the time, injury victims do not fully understand the extent of their compensatory options that they are entitled to, and the insurance companies will prey on their ignorance. Therefore, if you have fallen victim to a personal injury due to the negligence of another person or entity, it is important to seek legal guidance to discover your rights to fair compensation under Nevada Law.

At Brian Boyer Injury Lawyer, we have a proven track record of securing maximum compensation for our clients. Contact us today for a free case review.

Recoverable Damages in a Nevada Personal Injury Claim

The State of Nevada recognizes three damages types: economic (special), non-economic (general) and punitive. What that means is there are three categories of damages that Nevada personal injury victims can recover from.

Below is a brief description of each category type:

  • Economic damages: These are damages that can be quantified. Common economic damages include medical bills, lost wages, vehicle repair bills, and future lost wages.
  • Non-Economic damages: Non-economic damages include pain and suffering, loss of consortium, emotional trauma and so on. These cannot be quantified; they are more along the lines of subjective but nonetheless important.
  • Punitive damages: If the negligent party is considered gross negligence or an intentional tort, the Nevada court could permit punitive damages in the demand for recovery. These damages are only awarded at trial and are usually only granted if their actions were particularly egregious, such as a serious injury or death resulting from a drunk driver (DUI).

The amount injury victims can recover depends on the special circumstances of your claim, such as your injuries, the insurance policies in place at the time of the accident, and the percentage of fault given to each driver. The State of Nevada adheres to the modified comparative negligence rule, which means the driver who is less than 50 percent at fault is permitted under State law to file a personal injury claim. That said, if a person is found to be 20 percent at fault, their final compensatory award will be reduced by 20 percent.

To get a clear picture of what damages you are entitled to in your personal injury lawsuit, we encourage you to speak with our experienced attorney at Brian Boyer Injury Lawyer. Schedule a complimentary consultation today by calling (702) 514-1414.

Establishing Liability for Your Personal Injury

When you call the law office of Brian Boyer Injury Lawyer, we will help you get a better understanding of liability in your claim. Establishing liability is a critical first step in the personal injury claims process as it pinpoints who you are eligible to collect compensation from. There are even some instances where there is more than one party that you may collect from. It is your attorneys responsibility to hold all responsible parties liable, whether it is a singular person, a multi-million dollar corporation, or even your own insurance company!

For example, let’s say that you are struck by an Uber or Lyft driver who was driving recklessly down Nellis Blvd. They blew through a red-light and caused a rollover accident. In this example, you could be able to collect from Uber or Lyft, the negligent drivers personal insurance company, and if your damages are excessive and you have UM/UIM coverage, we could actually collect from your own insurance company as well.

It is important to note as well that Nevada has adopted the modified comparative negligence standard. What this means is that more than one person, including the injury victim, can be apportioned fault in any single accident. In other words, if two people are involved in an accident and one person is found to be 20 percent at fault and the other is 80 percent at fault, the person who is less than 50 percent at fault is eligible to collect compensation less their percentage of fault.

This can be quite the complex rule to understand, so it is best if you speak with a Nevada personal injury attorney if you have questions concerning liability in your accident case.

Nevada Personal Injury Statute of Limitations Rule

Many times, when we speak with a potential client, they are unaware of the strict deadline to file an injury claim for compensation. Personal injury victims must file within Nevada’s statute of limitations timeframe, which ranges anywhere from 1-3 years depending on accident type. If they fail to do so, they are not eligible to collect compensation for their accident injury. Once the statute passes and no lawsuit has been filed, insurance companies have no incentive to provide any type of settlement offer.

There are some exceptions to the rule, however. For example, if the injury involves a minor, the statute of limitations does not begin until they turn 18 years of age.

Conversely, if a person files within the state-approved timeframe and the negligent party’s insurance company refuses to pay, it is wise to file a lawsuit. In some instances, you may also be eligible to file a bad-faith insurance claim to punish the insurance company directly.

That said, if you fail to file within your designated timeframe, there is not much a personal injury lawyer will be able to do for you, so it is in your best interest to consult an experienced personal injury attorney at Brian Boyer Injury Lawyer to discover your options for recovering financial compensation.

When Should You Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?

Our clients often ask us if it is necessary to hire a lawyer or if they can self-represent. This is a valid question as the State of Nevada & Clark County does not require a person to hire an attorney to obtain compensation in an injury claim. Insurance companies will actually try to offer injury victims a quick settlement offer to deter them from hiring an attorney altogether! They do this in hopes that they can pay out as little as possible. Remember, they are in the business of making money, not giving it away.

In a recent study conducted, the average settlement amount for jury verdicts is significantly higher for those who worked with a legal professional than for those who self-represented. In the fast moving world of personal injury law, you need a knowledgeable attorney who understands how to fight for fair compensation.

Do not let the idea of a fast settlement overshadow your right to fair compensation. When insurance companies do this, they are usually only offering you a fraction of the amount you are actually entitled to. An experienced attorney can help you fight against the insurance companies low-ball settlement offers to compensate you fairly.

It is in your best interest to hire an experienced law firm right away who has a proven track record of working with insurance companies — and winning. At Brian Boyer Injury Lawyer, our trial lawyer’s most recent $4.65 million dollar verdict is a testament to our dedication and commitment to getting you and your loved ones maximum compensation for your injuries.

Contact our Nevada Personal Injury Law Firm 

The road to recovery following a personal injury accident is never an easy one. Aside from dealing with your physical injuries, you might be worried about medical bills, lost wages, and the long process ahead of recouping your losses. This long and tedious process often subjects injury victims to the lure of a fast settlement offers by the insurance companies. However, accepting these fast offers can lead to even more financial heartache down the road as they are usually not even high enough to cover all of your expenses.

It is in your best interest to obtain legal guidance from an experienced Nevada law firm, like Brian Boyer Injury Lawyer. Our personal injury attorney has been representing the injury victims of Nevada for the past decade. We have the knowledge and experience you need to obtain maximum compensation. Regardless of whether you’re seeking damages for a traumatic brain injury, a broken leg, or whiplash, our team of legal attorneys and paralegals are prepared to fight for you. Contact our law firm today by calling 702-514-1414 to schedule a free case review with our personal injury attorney in Nevada.

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