Can You Go to Jail for a Fatal Car Accident?

You could go to jail for a fatal car accident. Nevada statute  484B.657 makes vehicular manslaughter a misdemeanor offense–if the driver proximately causes the death of another person through negligence or an act of omission. However, not all accidents are caused by negligence. The highway might have been dangerous due to inclement weather, such as…

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If You Rear-End Someone, Is It Always Your Fault?

The basic presumption when you rear-end someone is that you are at fault. However, this is a presumption and not an incontestable fact. Evidence in a rear-end collision might show that the driver you rear-ended or a third party ultimately caused the crash. Proving fault in a Nevada rear-end collision is crucial because of…

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What Happens if You Total a Leased Car?

If you total a leased car, your contract will require you to continue to make payments, even if it is undrivable or totaled after an accident. Your auto insurance may pay off at least a portion of the remaining balance of the lease payments. However, if you do not carry guaranteed asset protection (i.e.,…

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Can I File a Claim Without a Police Report?

You can file a claim without a police report in Las Vegas, Nevada. However, without it, you could be at a disadvantage when filing a claim. Our Las Vegas car accident lawyers from Valiente Mott know it is a valuable resource for investigating your accident and negotiating with the insurance company for a favorable…

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Is Nevada a Comparative Negligence State?

Nevada is a modified comparative negligence jurisdiction. The statute allows an injured accident victim to recover damages if they are not more than 50% at fault. It also includes exceptions for matters such as strict liability and intentional torts. However, Nevada’s modified comparative negligence standards will apply in most cases and inevitably play a…

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