Las Vegas Distracted Driving Accident Attorney
Distracted Driver Accidents
Texting while driving has quickly become the poster child for dangerous driving habits, and with good reason. However, this is far from the only distraction drivers face behind the wheel. When drivers fail to pay attention to the road ahead, major accidents and serious injuries are often the result.
At Burris & Thomas, LLC, our Las Vegas car accident attorneys have extensive experience with personal injury claims and lawsuits, and have received numerous accolades which reflect our outstanding reputation. We are true advocates for the rights of injury victims; when you retain legal representation from our team, you can expect dedicated, tireless counsel designed to get you the best possible results.
If you’ve been in an accident with a distracted driver in Las Vegas, we can help you pursue fair compensation. Contact us by calling (702) 529-3101 today.
What Are the Most Dangerous Distractions?
Although most of us think of cell phones when we hear the term “distracted driver,” there are countless potential distractions both inside and outside of the car. These include visual distractions which pull your eyes off the road, cognitive distractions which take your attention of the road, and manual distractions that take your hands off the wheel.
Some of the most dangerous distractions include:
- Eating while driving
- Tending to children in the backseat
- Using a GPS navigation system
- Adjusting the stereo
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Distracted Driving Is Negligent Behavior
Drivers have a responsibility to act safely on the road, and these responsibilities are dictated in the Nevada Administrative Code. When a driver fails to live up to this standard of responsibility and causes serious injuries as a result, the injured parties have a right to pursue fair compensation. If you’ve been injured, our skilled Las Vegas car accident lawyers can help collect evidence to build a strong case on your behalf.
Call Today For Experienced Counsel
When you retain Burris & Thomas, LLC, you can trust that your case is in the hands of a highly experienced professional. Our firm is led by a Las Vegas car accident attorney with more than 45 years of experience, and have been highly recognized for the quality of representation we offer. If you’ve been hurt, trust our firm to help you recover the compensation you need and deserve.
You don’t pay a cent unless we recover on your behalf. Call (702) 529-3101 to get started with our distracted driving accident lawyer in Las Vegas.
Our FAQ
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How much is my case worth?
There are many factors that go into evaluating the settlement value of a personal injury case. It is not a simple matter of applying a formula. Typically, everyone thinks that their case is “simple” and “clear-cut”. Everyone tends to think that the amount of money they are seeking is “fair and reasonable”. That is human nature. However, the reality is that, in the end, a personal injury case is worth what a jury says it is worth. The job of the victim’s personal injury lawyer is to come up with a settlement that reflects the risk of going to trial (odds of winning vs. odds of losing), together with the range of what value a jury might actually return on the case.
In deciding settlement values, we need to consider the following:
- Is fault clear, or contested?
- Are the injuries severe or mild?
- Is there an issue with insurance coverage?
- Is the client a good communicator?
- Is the defendant/wrongdoer likable or unlikable?
Normally, I am able to give a very general estimate range of settlement value and odds soon after taking on a case, with the understanding that these are just estimates and not guarantees. The longer the case goes on, the more definite I can be about the settlement value range.
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Do I have a personal injury case?
It is often times said by attorneys that in order for there to be a viable personal injury case, there must be “three legs on the stool.” These legs are: liability (or fault); damages (or injury); and collectability (insurance). If any one of the “legs” is missing, then there is not a viable case.
- Liability - A clear example of liability would be someone running through a red light. That person would be at fault. On the other hand, let us say that somebody is hit by a meteorite falling from the sky, and seriously hurt. In that case, although there is injury, there is no earthly entity at fault.
- Damages - An example of damages would be someone getting hit in the nose by an airbag, which breaks their nose. That person has an injury caused by the collision. On the other hand, what if that same person is almost hit by a car running a red light, but by the grace of God is able to avoid the collision? That person might say “I was almost killed, but I didn’t get a scratch.” In that case, the person was not injured and there is no case.
- Collectability - To give an example of collectability, imagine that a drunk driver runs through a red light, and the driver is Donald Trump. In that case, if Donald Trump hit and injured someone when he ran the red light, the victim will be able to collect upon any judgment that they receive. Imagine, on the other hand, that the drunk driver is someone who just got out of prison, and has no insurance and no property. Although that person will probably go to jail, there is no practical way to collect money from him, as he is a “scofflaw” living outside responsibilities of society.
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What Is the Nevada Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases?
When it comes to filing a personal injury lawsuit, it's important to pay attention to the statute of limitations for the state you're filing in. A statute of limitations is the time limit that a state puts on how long after your accident you are allowed to file a personal injury lawsuit. Statutes vary from state to state.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 11.190(4)(e) (2016) states that individuals wishing to file a personal injury lawsuit must do so within 2 years of the date of their accident. However, there are certain exceptions that can be made depending on your circumstances. For example, if you have been injured as a result of medical malpractice, you generally only have 1 year to file your lawsuit after the date of your injury (Nevada Revised Statutes section 41A.097).
Statute of limitations can be complex, and if you fail to file your lawsuit within the allotted amount of time your case will most likely be dismissed. Don't put your compensation on the line! Contact our experienced Las Vegas personal injury attorneys today to schedule a free consultation and determine what your next steps should be.
