Las Vegas Legal Blog
Is it possible to get a DUI while sleeping in a car?
After a night out, you head back to your car and have a realization: You probably should not drive. You’ve had a few drinks and do not want to put yourself or anyone else at risk. So you clamber into your vehicle, shut the door and close your eyes. It seems like the...
3 Important child passenger safety tips
Millions of visitors travel to Las Vegas every year. But that also means that Las Vegas sees millions of people who aren’t familiar with their surroundings. Paired with alcohol, partying and sight-seeing, a Las Vegas tourist behind the wheel of a car can be risky. As...
A complete breakdown of dog aggression
Your playful companion, helper on the ranch, or cuddle buddy is one of your best friends. However, is your dog friendly with others? Aggression in dogs doesn't just happen and shows itself in many forms. Many dogs subdue their hostile behavior to only a growl, while...
Why tourists get arrested in Vegas
What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas, right? No rules, no consequences? Not quite. While tourists might come to Nevada to let loose, it’s not exactly the wild west. When you go on vacation, you don’t want to spend part of that time in jail, waiting for someone to...
How to stay safe as a city biker
Biking in busy cities like Las Vegas is very different from biking on park trails or even in a small town. Traveling by bike can be a great way to get outside, get exercise and be environmentally conscious, but it’s important to know how to safely bike in traffic....
DUIs are for more than just alcohol
When you visit Las Vegas, you plan to take part in activities that many other places don’t allow. You expect to have fun indulging in the vibrant nightlife, seeing sights that you don’t usually see. But if you plan on driving around town, you may want to limit what...
Las Vegas itself can cause distracted driving
Cellphones lead to endless stories of distracted driving. Drivers run into the back of stopped cars, drift into the oncoming lanes, run through stop signs and red lights, and much more. People need to know that it's time to put the phone down and drive. As important...
5 tips for treating your child’s dog bite
It can happen in an instant. Your child is playing at the park and a dog gets loose. Before you know it, your child has been attacked and bitten. You’re in a state of shock, not sure what to do next. It’s every parent’s nightmare that happens more frequently than you...
Insurers deliver breached coverage with bad faith
Getting in an accident can change your life. Mounting bills and missed work can quickly add up to trouble. You might be planning to fall back on your insurance coverage, but you could be surprised when getting coverage is harder than you expected. Accidents send...
Can I sue for damages if a car crash was partly my fault?
Imagine for a moment you’re behind the wheel of your car. You’re late for a very important family matter and, admittedly, going about 10 mph above the speed limit. You’re coming to an intersection and see the light turn yellow, so push the gas pedal to get through –...
