Las Vegas Truck Accident Lawyer
Representing Injured Victims Throughout Clark County
Truck accidents are dangerous in a collision and can cause significant damage to property and persons involved. If you have been injured in a trucking accident, you need to understand that you can fight to receive compensation from the liable party.
The Las Vegas truck accident attorney at Burris & Thomas, LLC is prepared to stand by your side when you need him the most. He has over 45 years of experience providing aggressive, relentless advocacy in the pursuit of justice on his clients' behalves, and he's ready to help you next.
Are you a victim of a commercial truck accident? Call Burris & Thomas, LLC today at (702) 529-3101 or contact us online to schedule a meeting with our Las Vegas truck accident attorney!
Why Are Trucks More Accident-Prone?
Commercial trucks and trailers' sheer size and weight make them far more likely to be involved in a fatal multi-vehicle accident than your average car or pick-up truck. The damage is often extensive when large trucks are involved in an automobile accident.
Commercial trucks are especially prone to accidents because:
- They cannot break or accelerate as quickly as passenger cars.
- Rigid delivery schedules can promote unsafe speeds.
- Long days of driving often result in driver fatigue.
Wherever you have a high density of large trailer trucks, you have an increased risk for truck-related accidents. This is the case on the highways surrounding Las Vegas. Because Las Vegas is both a national destination and a cross-country thoroughfare, it can sometimes seem like trucks are everywhere, and avoiding them is not always possible.
Contact Our Las Vegas Truck Accident Attorney Today
If you or a family member has been involved in a Las Vegas trucking accident, you must immediately speak with a qualified Las Vegas truck accident attorney. Truck accidents are more legally complicated than other car accidents because most large trucks are professionally driven and commercially owned. Without a Las Vegas truck accident lawyer's experience, you can be left alone at the mercy of the trucking company.
Contact Burris & Thomas, LLC by calling (702) 529-3101 today to schedule a FREE consultation with our truck accident lawyer in Las Vegas!
Our FAQ
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 702-529-3101 today!
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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.
