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  • What if the Driver Who Hit My Car Fell Asleep?

    June 23, 2022

    How can you prove the driver who hit my car nodded off at the wheel, and how is liability assessed in this situation? At High Stakes Injury Law, we have been handling car crash claims for decades, which means we know how to handle difficult cases. We also have a strong history of getting results, […]

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  • Liability for Blind-Spot Crashes: What You Should Know

    June 16, 2022

    Blind spots are a common road risk every driver experiences. Knowing where these reduced visibility zones are on your vehicle and on larger, commercial vehicles may help you to avoid a serious collision. Learn more about blind-spot crashes, including why proving liability is challenging and how a qualified attorney may benefit your case. At High […]

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  • Do Online Settlement Calculators Give Accurate Results?

    June 03, 2022

    Many crash victims may use an online claim settlement calculator to help them find out how much their case could be worth. After trying multiple online calculators, however, victims may begin to wonder why the estimates on these sites vary so much. At High Stakes Injury Law, we can tell you that these calculators are […]

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  • Insurance Tracking Devices: What Happens to Your Data After a Crash?

    June 02, 2022

    Car insurance is necessary, but unfortunately, it is also not cheap. Drivers often look for discounts that can help them save money. One way to save money is through your auto insurance carrier’s good driver discount program. Many large insurance companies offer similar programs to their policyholders. If you join a good driver program, you […]

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  • Proving a Back Injury Resulted From a Car Crash

    May 18, 2022

    If you suffered a back injury from a crash, you may be eligible to recover compensation. However, because back injuries are so common, the insurance company will likely push back and try to devalue or deny your claim. They may say your back injury was not caused by the crash; that it was preexisting or […]

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  • What if a Driver Lies About Causing an Accident?

    May 13, 2022

    If a driver lies to the police or insurers about causing your crash, it can become much more difficult to prove what really happened, and the insurance company may even deny your claim. How can you protect your ability to recover compensation for your medical costs and other damages? In Nevada, there are several laws […]

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  • Myths Victims Should Know About When Filing a Car Crash Claim

    May 12, 2022

    A car crash is a difficult experience, even when the damages are minor. However, few injury claims are as straightforward as they first appear. When things get complicated, as they often do, victims may make decisions based on myths/misconceptions that could hurt their claim. At High Stakes Injury Law, we are prepared to protect your […]

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  • Can I File a Car Accident Claim if I Was Not Wearing My Seat Belt?

    April 29, 2022

    Seat belts have been shown to save lives and reduce the severity of injuries in many crashes. Like many states, Nevada has laws about buckling up. However, how do these laws impact you if you were involved in a crash while not wearing a seat belt? Can you still seek compensation for your damages? At […]

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  • Do Independent Medical Exams Matter in an Injury Claim?

    April 27, 2022

    During an injury claim, accident victims may receive requests to attend an independent medical examination (IME). Many injury victims are uncomfortable with the idea of being examined by a different doctor. They may also be concerned that the doctor performing the IME may be on the insurance company’s side. If you have been injured because […]

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  • Does Legalized Marijuana Use Increase the Risk of a Crash?

    April 25, 2022

    Recent polls show that more than 68 percent of adults today support legalizing marijuana for recreational use. According to 2020 Census Bureau statistics, more than 145 million Americans already live in a state where the recreational use of marijuana is legal. In 2016, Nevada also passed laws legalizing marijuana – these laws went into effect […]

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I Was Injured In An Accident.
What Do I Do Now?

By Scott L. Poisson

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