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call or text us 702-605-5000Key Takeaways Loss of consortium is a separate legal claim filed by a spouse whose partner was severely injured or killed due to someone else's negligence. In Nevada, only legally married spouses may file a loss of consortium claim; unmarried and domestic partners are not eligible....read more
Key Takeaways Settlement proceeds follow each heir's documented losses, not an equal split. Nevada recognizes surviving spouses, domestic partners, children, parents, and siblings as eligible heirs, in priority order. Each heir must show what they personally lost as a result of ...read more
Key Takeaways Nevada's modified comparative negligence rule allows recovery only when a claimant is 50% or less at fault. Under NRS 41.141, financial recovery is reduced proportionally by an injured party's assigned fault percentage. If a judge or jury finds a claimant 51% or mo...read more
Key Takeaways Nevada requires minimum bodily injury liability coverage of $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident. Bodily injury liability coverage pays for the other party's injuries, not your own medical costs. Covered expenses include medical care, lost wages, pain and su...read more
Key Takeaways Las Vegas property owners may face liability when criminal harm results from inadequate security measures. Busted cameras, dim lighting, no security on site, and locks that do not work are what victims point to most often. A claim only holds up if the victim can sh...read more
Key Takeaways Knowing what happens if you crash a leased car in Nevada helps protect you from unexpected financial liability. Leasing companies require OEM parts for repairs, and cutting corners can put your lease agreement at risk. When a leased car is totaled, the insurer pays...read more
Key Takeaways Nevada draws the line between an accident and a crime based on how a driver behaved behind the wheel. A DUI that causes a fatal crash can support vehicular homicide charges, carrying a sentence of 25 years to life. When simple negligence leads to a death, Nevada la...read more
Key Takeaways A neglected safety duty is often what sets a hotel injury claim in motion. Hotels are obligated to fix or flag known hazards before guests get hurt. Any valid claim rests on proving duty, breach, causation, and damages. Responsibility does not always stop with t...read more
Key Takeaways Negligence is a tort arising from careless conduct that causes harm. Liability follows when careless conduct produces injury and measurable losses. Tort law covers three categories: negligence, intentional torts, and strict liability. Claims require proof of dut...read more
Key Takeaways Negligence involves failure to use reasonable care under the circumstances. Gross negligence requires conscious disregard for known safety risks. Awareness of danger often determines whether conduct qualifies as gross negligence. Property owners must address for...read more
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My family worked with Ben and his team for the better part of 4-5 years to obtain justice for our mother involving injuries she suffered. Throughout the entire lengthy process, Ben and his team were nothing short of amazing in handling the case, providing updates timely and clarifying an...
As someone who never thought they would need a personal injury attorney, I was hesitant and overwhelmed when I reached out to Cloward Trial Lawyers for help. But when I met Ben, everything changed. The weight on my shoulders was lifted by his genuine kindness and empathetic nature. I did...
I was referred to Cloward by a family member. From the first time I met with Ben, he truly listened, was empathetic and cared. He fights for what is right. His demeanor is calm but don’t let the smoothness fool you. He knows exactly what needs to be done and will ensure justice is serv...
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