In what has long been recognized as a common habit, drivers often feel that eating and drinking while behind the wheel is not a distraction but a simple example of multitasking. Unfortunately, any activity that takes your eyes, thoughts or hands away from the focused...
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Poor security, unqualified staff lead to nightmare Vegas trip
Your weeklong trip to Las Vegas had just begun as you looked forward to gambling, food, drinks and time with family and friends. But the enjoyment abruptly ended after a drunken stranger attacked you on casino property. And while the casino pledged it had the best...
Do advanced driver-assist systems make you safer?
When you stroll into a Las Vegas car dealership, salespeople will eagerly show you automakers’ latest offerings. One of the increasingly popular features found in new models are Advanced Driver-Assist Systems (ADAS) designed to help you avoid motor vehicle crashes. Do...
Avoid these common driving distractions
The more experience someone has behind the wheel, the more comfortable they become while driving. While this comfort can benefit drivers, it can also cause them to fall into a false sense of confidence. Overconfidence can cause a driver to make simple mistakes, like...
Who is liable for my rideshare injuries?
For a long time, a car accident was just between the at-fault driver and the victim. With the explosive increase in rideshare companies like Lyft and Uber, accidents are becoming more complicated. How can you tell who is liable when your rideshare driver gets into an...
Truck drivers make the same dangerous mistakes as other people
The law generally holds commercial drivers to a higher standard than people licensed to operate passenger vehicles only. Commercial drivers typically have to go through additional educational courses, carry much higher insurance policies and comply with strict...
Study: Luxury car drivers are less likely to stop for pedestrians
A study published in the March edition of the Journal of Transport and Health shows people who own expensive vehicles are less likely to stop for pedestrians than drivers of lower-priced cars. Pedestrian fatalities are a significant public health issue, and the number...
Dog attacks, owner awareness, and animal behavior classifications
When a dog attacks a human or another animal in Nevada, its owner may face liability if he or she already knew of the pet's aggressive behavior. Because of reporting requirements, a previously recorded attack indicates an owner's awareness. If a dog does not have a...
What happens after a crash caused by someone in a rental car?
Although Las Vegas has a thriving local economy, much of the city's accumulated wealth depends on the constant influx of visitors. Between tourists ready to hit the strip and business professionals visiting for a convention or expo, people from out of town are...
Commercial truckers have an obligation to secure their cargo
Without commercial trucks and their drivers, the economy would grind to a halt. After all, prompt delivery of goods is necessary for individuals, families and businesses. Still, if a commercial truck driver does not properly secure his or her cargo, your life may be...