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Accidents can happen any day and unexpectedly, leaving you seriously injured or reeling from the tragic loss of a loved one. Personal injuries can also inflict substantial financial losses with expensive medical or hospital bills. If someone else is responsible for causing you or your loved one’s accident, you may be owed compensation for any related physical, emotional, and financial damage that you have incurred.

Hiring a lawyer is often the furthest thing from your mind after an accident. Even after some time has passed, most people do not want to get a lawyer involved. They want to settle their personal injury case as quickly and smoothly as possible, so they work with the seemingly friendly insurance adjuster. Unfortunately, in cases like this, the only party that benefits is the insurance company. Insurance companies looking to protect their bottom line often take advantage of personal injury victims who do not have a lawyer on their side.

The devastation of these accidents would throw anyone’s life into chaos. The financial stress and emotional turmoil take a significant toll on you and your family, and the last thing you want to do is talk to the insurance company. Overwhelming medical bills, the sudden inability to provide for your loved ones, or a diminished quality of life should not ruin your life. Regardless of the situation, you deserve better treatment.

Thanks to the efforts of Dimopoulos Injury Law, victims of personal injury accidents and their families will receive compensation for accidents caused by at-fault parties. You have the right to hold the responsible party accountable. You should seek legal advice from professionals dedicated to understanding your situation, keeping you informed, and ensuring you receive everything exactly that which you are entitled.

What Is Personal Injury Law?

Personal injury law is a legal system in which accident victims seek compensation for the damages someone else’s negligence caused. The civil justice system allows for injured parties to demand and collect financial compensation for their economic and non-economic losses caused by the incident when the injured parties can prove the defendant is at fault.

Most personal injury cases do not need to go to court. More commonly, the injured party and the defendant (or the defendant’s insurance company) settle the case before going to trial.

Nevada Personal Injury Laws

The plaintiff or injured party must follow specific statewide laws when filing a claim in order to recover a settlement or jury award. In Nevada, certain burdens of proof, elements of a case, and rules for filing a claim exist. Our attorneys know the state’s personal injury laws well and navigate them easily with expert legal counsel.

A few of the most important Nevada laws to know are:

  • Statute of limitations
  • Fault auto accident laws
  • Shared fault personal injury laws

Statute of Limitations

Nevada has a strict deadline by which an injured party must file personal injury claims or lose the right to recover compensation. You have two years from the date of your initial accident to file a claim. Various civil cases can and will have different deadlines, however. Therefore, it is vital that you contact us for more information to make sure you do not miss these deadlines.

Fault Auto Accident Laws

Nevada is a “fault” state when it comes to car accidents, meaning you must identify the at-fault party and seek compensation through their insurance company. Fault laws allow victims in a car accident to pursue compensation through civil claims when necessary. An experienced car accident lawyer will be able to determine liability and the compensation due.

Shared Fault Personal Injury Laws

Nevada courts abide by modified fault rules when determining compensation. You may share fault for an accident and still receive a partial recovery. The courts will reduce the compensation awarded by the percentage of the plaintiff’s fault.

The state of Nevada has many different personal injury statutes that relate to your case. County-specific laws for Clark County play an integral role in how cases are handled. The best course of action is to work with an attorney who can help you gain a deeper understanding of the laws that might affect your case. Our injury lawyers will handle all of the legal matters and legwork your claim requires while you focus on getting well.

Do I Have A Personal Injury Case?

It is very common to see injury victims who do not realize they have a valid personal injury case. Evaluating a personal injury claim is a complex and challenging process, and the outcome depends on the case’s specific details. In most situations, it takes an experienced attorney to determine the validity of the claim.

Injury lawyers typically look at three critical things to evaluate any case: liability, damages, and resources.

Liability

Liability is determined by examining the facts of the case. Suppose the other party violated a rule on the road, such as violating a traffic law or stop sign. In that case, it is more likely that an attorney can establish liability. The same can be said for a business where the employer violates any standards, codes, regulations, or industry practices, thereby endangering their employees in the process. The employer would be held liable for violating the laws applicable to their business.

Damages

Damages are any hardships you faced as a result of your accident or incident. This can include anything from financial damages, such as bills, to non-economic damages, such as the pain and suffering caused by the injury.

Resources

Once liability and damages are determined, it becomes easier for an experienced personal injury attorney to figure out what resources and evidence they need to prove the other party’s liability in your accident.

If these three conditions are met, you have a personal injury case. You should not have to figure out the particulars of your case on your own. Our experienced personal injury attorneys at Dimopoulos Injury Law can walk you through the process, including identifying whether you have a claim or not. We offer free consultations to help you establish your claim.

The Role of A Personal Injury Attorney

An experienced personal injury lawyer can help you navigate and negotiate with the insurance company and corporations. Their focus should be on handling any negotiations with the insurance companies or corporations and gathering the best evidence to prove the other party’s negligence.

At Dimopoulos Injury Law, we handle negotiations with problematic insurance companies who are only looking out for their bottom line. We investigate your case thoroughly, using only the best available evidence, including witnesses, footage, and medical records, to prove negligence.

Types of Personal Injury Claims

Personal injury occurs due to many types of accidents or incidents that can happen in various places. Motor vehicle accidents, also known as car or auto accidents, are the most well-known. Still, personal injury accidents can be defined as accidents caused by another party’s negligence or recklessness.

Other types of personal injuries include:

  • Motorcycle accidents
  • Bus accidents
  • Bicycle accidents
  • Pedestrian accidents
  • Medical malpractice
  • Nursing home neglect & abuse
  • Vacation injuries
  • Premises liability
  • Construction accidents
  • Workplace accidents
  • Defective product accidents
  • Slip and fall accidents
  • Dog bite injuries
  • Wrongful death

There is also another category of personal injury claims known as intentional tort. This type of personal injury claim means that the injuries caused were an intentional act on the defendant’s part.

Our personal injury attorneys can help determine what type of personal injury your claim falls under and follow the proper procedures to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. No matter the type of personal injury case, our team can help.

What Steps Should I Take After An Injury?

The steps you take directly after an injury are important and can affect the overall success of your personal injury claim. You want to make sure your claim is as successful as possible.

Report Your Accident

You should first report your accident to the appropriate authorities as soon as it happens. This could be the police, your employer, or a workplace supervisor. Request medical care immediately if you notice you have injuries. Visit the hospital if you are unsure if you are injured or do not know the extent of your injuries.

Some injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries, can have delayed symptoms. Immediate medical attention is vital to your overall health and wellbeing.

Remain At the Scene

After an accident, you should remain at the scene to collect any information you can or have a trusted friend or family member collect the information on your behalf. Make sure to gather all important information, such as the names of all parties involved and any eyewitnesses. In the case of car accidents, collect the other driver’s insurance information.

Take Photographs

Be sure to take photographs of the scene, any property damage, damage to your car (when applicable), and your injuries. These photos can be used as evidence to prove the negligence of the other party.

Request Copies of Important Documents

You should request copies of any police reports, incident reports, medical documents, and communications or correspondences with insurance companies or corporations following your accident. Like photographs, these are used as proof of the other party’s fault.

The more information about your case you can collect, the stronger your claim will be. Learn more about car accident injury lawsuits by reading our article on car accidents and contact one of our experienced car accident attorneys to begin the claim process.

How Is Negligence Determined?

Negligence plays a critical role in most personal injury cases in Nevada. The burden of proof in personal injury cases requires the victim or their family to prove through a preponderance of evidence that the defendant was negligent and that they are the cause of the injury. Determining negligence often takes an in-depth analysis of the facts of the case.

Learn more about the burden of proof by contacting one of our knowledgeable personal injury attorneys. Our team can help you collect proof and identify who the defendant in your injury claim will be. The defendant could be a driver, doctor, property owner, employer, corporation, or any combination of these parties.

How Long Do I Have To File A Lawsuit In Nevada?

In Nevada, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is two years from the injury or injury discovery date. We still recommend speaking to a lawyer as soon as possible to ensure you do not miss any critical deadlines.

Once our team has determined who is at fault for your injury, we can fill out the appropriate claims paperwork to begin a lawsuit in the Clark County civil courts. The responsibility of filing a personal injury lawsuit falls on you, not the police or the city. Our injury attorneys are here to help you file a claim, including handling the confusing paperwork and making sure you still meet the statute of limitations.

How Much Is My Injury Claim Worth?

In a personal injury case, damages refer to both the losses you or your family have suffered and the financial recoveries you could receive as compensation. Consider the price of your medical care bills, the impact the injury has had on your life since the accident, and the actions of the other party involved in the accident.

The value of your personal injury claim depends on the severity and extent of your injuries, whether you have a disability, how long you will be unable to work, how much the accident impacted your life, the actions of the at-fault party, and many other factors.

Types of Damages I Can Recover

In personal injury cases, you can classify your damages in two ways: economic and non-economic. Economic damages are financially based and calculated based on your actual monetary loss. These include any out-of-pocket expenses, such as medical, lost wages, or rehabilitation costs. Economic damages are usually easy to determine.

Meanwhile, non-economic damages can be more challenging to quantify because they depend on the emotional association with them. One classic example of non-economic damages is pain and suffering. In the case of pain and suffering, the damages could be physical or emotional, or potentially both.

Some states, including Nevada, place caps on non-economic damages awarded in medical malpractice claims. The cap for Nevada cases is $350,000. However, there are currently no caps on non-economic damages for other personal injury accidents, such as for motor accidents.

In short, you may be able to receive compensation for your past and future medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, lost quality of life, and loss of consortium (the loss of benefits or services of an injured spouse). In the tragic case of the victim’s death, family members can receive funeral and burial costs payments.

You might wonder about the average payout for a personal injury claim, but it is not an easy one to quantify. The amount always depends on the details of each case and the injuries you have sustained. The Las Vegas courts tend to give greater compensation awards for more serious or catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spine injuries, or amputations.

Why Choose Dimopoulos Injury Law?

If you want someone to truly look out for your interests and well-being after an accident, look no further than Dimopoulos Injury Law. You have already endured enough –– let us handle your case to make the process as smooth and swift as possible. Your financial, physical, and emotional recovery is our only priority. You can rely on us to handle the insurance companies so you can focus on recovering.

Each case we operate receives our full and personalized attention so that we can achieve the best possible outcome for you. If you or a loved one are seeking a personal injury attorney following an accident, we are here to help you.

We will not be satisfied until you get a fair settlement that covers the damages you suffered and provides the resources you need to make a full recovery. If that settlement offer doesn’t come, we are fully prepared to take your case to trial and get justice for you and your family.

Unsure if you have a case? We offer a free, no-obligation consultation to go over your case with you. Injury laws can be difficult to understand, so we discuss the particulars of your case to ensure you know if you’re able to file a personal injury claim.

Our team is available to serve you 24/7. Give us a call NOW to get started with a free consultation!