Whether you are buying a new motorcycle or a used one, it is important that you consider certain factors. Remember, buying a bike is much different than purchasing a motor vehicle. That is why before you buy a motorcycle, you need to consider things like what type of riding you will be doing, the safety …
Tips to Stay Safe When Driving a Motorcycle
Unlike cars, which have a range of safety features such as airbags, motorcycles have few, not to mention that riders are more exposed than car occupants. Knowing how to protect your safety helps you avoid crashes whenever you ride your bike. The Damage from Motorcycle Accidents is Usually Significant In a typical accident, what might …
Top Insurance Companies for Motorcycle Drivers
A used or brand new motorcycle in your hands can make your life more exciting. But with all the excitement comes great responsibility. You must purchase motorcycle insurance to ride your bike legally. The insurance coverage will protect your ride in case of a motorcycle accident and compensate for any harm or property damage you …
Choosing the Best Options for Your Safety as a Motorcycle Driver
Choosing the best options for your safety as a motorcycle driver is vital to ensuring you stay safe on the road. Unfortunately, motorcycle accidents are among the leading causes of accidents on the Las Vegas roads that leave victims with severe injuries and fatalities. While many motorcyclists obey road rules and observe all the necessary …
Types of Motorcycle to Get for Insured Safety
Motorcycle enthusiasts love open roads where they can accelerate and ride their motorcycles safely. However, roads pose extreme hazards to motorcyclists, with other road users like trucks, vans, passenger cars, and commercial motor vehicle drivers creating multiple risks. Fortunately, motorcyclists can take responsibility for their safety by choosing the right size and type of motorcycle. …
Making Sure Your Motorcycle Is Free of Defective Components
A motorcycle is considered defective when it fails to meet the minimum standards of the manufacturer. The manufacturer sets these standards to ensure that every bike sold complies with its operating and safety standards. If your motorcycle is defective, you have the right to file for a warranty claim to have the bike repaired or …
Drunk Driving Settlement Timeline
A car accident caused by a drunk driver can be a traumatic event that leaves you with serious injuries. If you have been injured in such an accident, you deserve compensation for your distress and your medical bills. The possibility of filing a personal injury lawsuit can be overwhelming, and you probably hope to understand …
Towing Companies in Las Vegas
If you were involved in a crash, parked improperly, or your vehicle is inoperable due to a serious mechanical issue, Tow truck drivers in Las Vegas may impound your vehicle. Our legal team at Pacific West Injury Law understands how overwhelming and frustrating it can be to deal with towing companies in Las Vegas. Therefore, …
Pedestrian Accident Settlement Timeline
Pedestrian road accidents usually end in emergency room visits. Meanwhile, the number of pedestrian fatalities in Nevada is growing every year. If you’ve been injured in a pedestrian accident, you are likely to seek compensation. The time it takes to receive a payout depends on many factors. Some pedestrians can reach a settlement within months. …
10 Forgotten Driving Laws
Whether you have been driving for five years or fifty years, you may have forgotten a driving law or two. While most traffic laws are defined in each state, some are universal and others may be specific to one county, or even one city. For example, in Clark County, home to Henderson and Las Vegas, …
How to Get a Police Report for a Car Accident in North Las Vegas?
Most people know that if they are involved in a car crash in North Las Vegas, they need to contact the police and file an accident report. Yet, when it comes to the specifics of these police reports, including how to file them, where to file them, and how to get them, there is often …
Slip-and-Fall Settlement Timeline
If you’ve sustained injuries in a slip-and-fall incident, you may be considering a claim against the negligent party. Unfortunately, sometimes, it can take years to obtain fair compensation. The time it takes to recover damages depends on many factors, including the severity of your injuries, the strength of the evidence, and the number of defendants. …
Dog Bites Settlement Timelines
Unfortunately, when it comes to dog bite settlement timelines, there is no set period for how long it will take for these cases to resolve. Although many of these claims will resolve in a few months, the timeframe for this settlement process will often depend on quite a few factors, including whether a dog bite …
How to Get a Police Report for a Car Accident in Henderson?
If you have been in a car accident, the state of Nevada will require that you make a police report if anyone has been injured or if the accident results in property damage. At the scene of the accident, the officers will collect statements and any evidence available. This information will be documented in the …
Catastrophic Injury Settlement Timeline
You suffered catastrophic injuries due to another party’s negligence. You have life-changing challenges in front of you, whether you lost one of your senses, suffered a spinal cord injury, or suffered a brain injury with long-lasting consequences. Now, you need to pursue compensation through an injury claim. How long will it take? What does the …
What Are the Main Causes of Pedestrian Accidents?
With so many people commuting to work, school, and their daily responsibilities at once, there is bound to be a driver or other party that is negligent and, in turn, causes an accident. Accidents on community roads between vehicles are a common occurrence and, although pedestrian accidents do not happen as frequently, the consequences when …
What Causes Teenage Driving Accidents?
The inexperience of teenage drivers, combined with distraction, is the main cause of teenage driving accidents. If you have been injured in an accident involving a teenage driver, an experienced personal injury lawyer from Pacific West Injury Law can help you understand the process of seeking compensation for the expenses and impacts of your injury. …
What Nevada Laws Apply to Teen Drivers
There is no doubt that teen drivers do not have much experience behind the wheel. While teens must follow the same as other drivers on the road, in Nevada there are additional laws that apply to them. Their inexperience, unfortunately, can lead to traffic accidents. If your teen has been involved in a car accident, …
Determining Fault By the Location of Damage Is Not Easy
In a vehicle accident, the police arrive on the scene to help clear up the accident. While there, they also gather evidence about what may have happened to cause it. Their initial job is to attempt to determine fault by the location of damages on the vehicle. If you have been in an accident, your …
Las Vegas Road Crash Report
Nevada roads recorded one of the deadliest car crash incidents in 2021, with approximately 349 crash-related fatalities, with over half of these cases occurring in Clark County. After every car accident, no matter how minor it may seem, there should be a crash report containing all the details about the incident. This can include the cause …