- Apr 30, 2023 - Car Accidents - Written by Cloward Trial Lawyers, reviewed by Ben Cloward
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call or text us 702-605-5000Being involved in an accident can be a stressful and confusing experience. In the midst of all the chaos, it’s important to remember that you have rights. One of your most important rights is to exchange insurance information with the other driver involved in the accident.
In Nevada, it is illegal to not give insurance details after an accident. Insurance is designed to protect you in the event of an accident. If the other driver does not have insurance, you could be left with the financial burden of repairs and medical bills.
Car accidents can happen to anyone, and they can be costly. In addition to physical and emotional injuries, car accidents can result in significant financial losses. Medical bills, property damage, and lost wages can all add up quickly.
That’s why it’s important to have insurance. Car insurance can help you pay for the costs of a car accident, whether you’re at fault or not. If you don’t have car insurance, you may be responsible for paying for all of these costs out of your own pocket.
If you are involved in an accident, your insurance company will pay for the damages to your vehicle and any medical expenses you incur. This can be a lifesaver if you cannot work or pay your bills due to an accident.
Car insurance can even help protect drivers from legal liability. If you are found to be at fault in an accident, you could be sued by the other driver for their injuries and damages. Car insurance can help to cover the cost of these lawsuits, which can be very expensive.
Car insurance is required by law in most states, including Nevada. According to the Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS 485.185), it is illegal to drive an uninsured vehicle. If a driver is caught operating a vehicle without insurance, they could face a fine and time in jail. Uninsured driving may also result in their driver’s license being suspended.
If an uninsured driver is involved in an accident resulting in injury or death, they could face up to $50,000 in fines and jail time. They also may be liable for additional legal damages.
In addition to the legal repercussions, not having car insurance can make it difficult to get a loan or rent an apartment. It can also make it harder to find a job.
If you’ve been injured by an uninsured driver, it’s important that you know your legal rights. There’s no reason to go through the legal process alone; contact an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Cloward Trial Lawyers can help you understand options and will help you every step of the way to secure the compensation you’re entitled to.
Yes. Under Nevada law (NRS 485.317), it is required by law to exchange insurance information with other parties involved in an accident. Failure to present insurance is illegal and can result in fines of up to $1000. These penalties can vary depending on the number of offenses and the length of time for which the insurance was not in effect.
Under Nevada law, drivers involved in a car accident must stop at the scene, exchange information with other parties involved, and report the accident to the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles within ten days if the accident results in injury, death, or property damage exceeding $750. Failure to comply with these requirements can result in criminal charges and penalties.
Being involved in a car accident is stressful enough, but it can be even more frustrating if the other driver refuses to share their insurance information. If this happens, there are a few things you can do to protect yourself throughout the process.
A personal injury lawyer can help you understand your legal rights and options in the event of a car accident. You may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. A lawyer can help you determine how much compensation you are entitled to and can help you negotiate with the other driver’s insurance company.
If the other driver refuses to give insurance details after an accident, a personal injury lawyer can help track down the driver and be there to represent you in negotiations with the other driver’s insurance company. The insurance company may try to lowball you or deny your claim altogether. A lawyer can help you fight for the compensation you deserve.
If the other driver is uninsured, a personal injury lawyer can help you file a claim with your own insurance company to help you recover some of your losses. They may also be able to get you compensation through government programs that provide benefits to people who have been injured in accidents by uninsured drivers.
If the insurance company refuses to negotiate in good faith or if they deny your claim, a car accident lawyer from Cloward Trial Lawyers can file a lawsuit on your behalf to get the compensation you deserve, even if the other driver is uninsured.
In 2016, at the age of 37, Benjamin P. Cloward became the youngest lawyer in the history of the State of Nevada to be awarded the prestigious “Trial Lawyer of the Year” by the Nevada Justice Association. That same year, he became the youngest member of the Nevada, Las Vegas Chapter of ABOTA (American Board of Trial Advocates), and at the time was also the youngest person in the State of Nevada to be Board Certified as a Personal Injury Specialist.
Practice areas: personal injury, car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, Greyhound bus accidents, and walk-in tub accidents.
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