Changes in weather require changes in careful driving habits
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Oct 05, 2017
Each winter snow blankets the mountains of the Sierra Nevada range and Reno residents take to the slopes to ski, snowboard and sled on their favorite runs. In order to reach many of the most popular spots, though, individuals must take to the roads and drive through weather-affected areas. For some, transitioning to winter driving is easy as they slow down, take extra precautions and ensure that they are not creating hazards for others. For others, aggressive and dangerous driving on weather-affected roads becomes a perilous problem for everyone near them.

Just a week ago the mountains were hit with an early season snow and hail and a major accident occurred on Interstate 80. Sixteen different vehicles were involved in the crash and one man lost his life when his pick-up truck hit another vehicle. The collision closed the interstate’s westbound traffic for some time as rescue crews and authorities addressed the mess.

While the cause of the crash remains under investigation this story is a good reminder to drivers that the long days of summer are over. Despite changes in weather conditions drivers are responsible for maintaining control of their vehicles and ensuring that they are operating them safely given the conditions present.

Victims of vehicle accidents can experience a range of harm and endure significant injuries any time of year, though the perils of driving in snow and on ice can exacerbate roadway dangers when reckless drivers drive too fast, follow too closely and stop too suddenly. Those who have suffered injuries while driving or riding in motor vehicles are encouraged to discuss their potential legal claims with personal injury attorneys in their communities.

Source: rgj.com, ” Sierra snow update: Fatal 16-vehicle crash closes part of I-80 ,” Sept. 21, 2017

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As a victim, what must I prove to win my car accident lawsuit?
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Sep 29, 2017
Car accidents occur when drivers commit dangerous mistakes during the important task of operating their motor vehicles. Reno residents have been injured and suffered extensive losses to drunk drivers, distracted drivers and drivers who simply failed to acknowledge the conditions present around them and created hazards for others on the roads. It can be a natural step for the victim of a car accident to seek legal recourse against the responsible party or parties so that they may be compensated for what they lost.

In order to prevail in a car accident case it is generally the responsibility of the suing party to prove that the other party or parties were liable for the incident. Liability assigns blame to the parties whose negligence caused the car accident to happen. In order to prove liability an accident victim must provide evidence of the other parties’ actions.

Different types of evidence can demonstrate liability in different ways. If law enforcement officials respond to a vehicle accident then they may generate police reports that discuss the details of the incident. Those reports can offer important insights into what happened at the time the accident occurred.

Additionally, evidence can come from the testimony of witnesses who were involved in the collision or who saw it occur. A witness may be able to provide an account of the negligent driver’s actions from their first-hand knowledge.

Even if an accident victim provides a solid case against another party for their accident-related losses that victim may still have to contend with the negligent party’s defenses and prepared arguments. As no vehicle accident case can be considered a guaranteed win it is important for victims of car accidents to discuss their legal options with attorneys who practice in the personal injury field. They are excellent resources for those who wish to pursue claims for their damages and who wish to understand what options they may have.

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Drunk driving is a deadly problem in Nevada
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Sep 22, 2017
Vehicle accidents with intoxicated drivers are an unfortunate problem for Americans all throughout the country and Nevada residents are not immune from feeling the devastating effects of these collisions in their lives. According to the Centers for Disease Control , 1,025 people were killed in Nevada in drunk driving crashes between the years 2003 and 2012.

This works out to more than 100 individuals in the state losing their lives each and every year during the mentioned stretch of time. While individuals from every age bracket can become the victims of these preventable and senseless crashes, young adults between the ages of 21 and 34 are most likely to lose their lives in alcohol-related crashes, with adults over the age of 35 having a lower rate of mortality from similar collisions. These statistics do not factor in the devastating and often life-altering injuries that accident victims who survive their crashes can experience and then carry with them for the rest of their lives.

When a person is involved in a crash with a drunk driver they can face a multitude of challenges as they struggle to get their lives back on track. They may be forced to take time away from their jobs in order to heal from their injuries and recover from their accident-related harm. They may witness their medical bills mount and their losses compile as the days and weeks pass after their collisions. If one of their loved ones lost their life in the crash they may struggle with how they will move forward without the support of their deceased relation.

Drunk driving accidents are shattering and create incredible challenges for the people who are unlucky enough to become victims of them. While it is possible for civil lawsuits based on personal injury theories of law to assist victims in recovering their losses, victims of drunk driving accidents are advised to discuss their potential cases with their attorneys in order to assess the strength of their legal arguments.

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Your motorcycle accident injuries may avail you to civil damages
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Sep 15, 2017
Just as the drivers of cars, trucks and other automobiles are required to follow the rules of the road so too are motorcyclists expected to abide by the laws that govern safe driving in the state of Nevada. Additionally, just as vehicle drivers have rights to seek compensation when they are harmed in collisions with other automobiles so too may motorcycle accident victims pursue their losses when they are injured in crashes with motor vehicles. The law firm of [nap_names id=”FIRM-NAME-1″] proudly represents victims of motorcycle accidents and works zealously to attain damage awards for its clients.

A victim’s damages in a motorcycle accident can differ from those experienced in different types of vehicle crashes due to the unique characteristics of motorcycles. Because motorcycles have no frames those who ride them can be thrown from their motorcycles if they are hit by other vehicles, may suffer road burns if the force of their collisions throws them to the pavement, and can suffer significant injuries if they are hit by moving vehicles once their motorcycles are down. The potential for a motorcyclist to suffer significant injuries in a crash can be high and the costs associated with recovering from such an incident can be immense.

No victim of a motorcycle accident should have to carry the expenses of their recovery when those losses resulted from other people’s negligence. Personal injury-based civil lawsuits can provide victims with opportunities to recover what they lost when they became the victims of motorcycle crashes.

The law firm of [nap_names id=”FIRM-NAME-1″] is conveniently located in Reno, Nevada and is available to consult with new clients. In addition to providing superlative legal assistance to victims of motorcycle accidents the attorneys of the firm represent victims of vehicle accidents with large trucks, drunk drivers and other negligent parties.

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What are the symptoms of a spinal cord injury?
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Sep 07, 2017
A spinal cord injury can be a very serious medical condition that may result in serious complications, and even death, if not properly treated. Reno residents who believe that they may have suffered spinal cord injuries as a result of the negligence of others are strongly encouraged to contact medical professionals to have their health conditions assessed. The contents of this post are offered only as information and should not be used as medical or legal advice.

When the victim of an accident or incident suffers a spinal cord injury, there are two ways that the injury may be classified: complete or incomplete. While a complete spinal cord injury is indicated by the absence of feeling or sensation in the victim’s body below the site of the injury, the victim of an incomplete spinal cord injury may have some feeling in his or her body below the affected part of the spine.

There are certain symptoms people may feel or not feel if they have suffered damage to their spinal cord. They may experience an inability to move parts of their bodies and they may lose the ability to feel sensations such as temperature and pressure. Their muscles may seize up or spasm, and depending upon the site of their injuries, they may have difficulty breathing and clearing out their lungs.

Any time a person is involved in an accident it is a good idea for him or her to be checked out by a doctor. If an individual has suffered a spinal cord injury , the early treatment of that damage can be critical to any recovery. Once medical needs are addressed , it is not unreasonable for spinal cord injury victims to seek the assistance of legal professionals to pursue compensation for their accident-related losses and medical costs.

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Tired truck drivers are a danger to other motorists
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Aug 30, 2017
Readers of this Reno personal injury legal blog have probably experienced this situation: while driving down the road, their attention may start to wander as their eyelids begin to feel a little heavy. When exhaustion begins to influence one’s ability to drive, most individuals stop their vehicles, take a break from driving and either rest or engage in other activities that may stimulate their attention and make it once again safe for them to operate their cars.

However, in one occupation, stopping and taking a break from driving can be a costly matter. Truck drivers and drivers of other commercial vehicles are often placed on schedules that may require them to cover certain distances during specific periods of time. If they fall behind schedule they may feel compelled to drive their rigs when their bodies are too tired and their minds too distracted from the important task of operating their trucks.

Truck driver fatigue is a dangerous problem that can cause accidents on American highways and roads. As such, the federal government has enacted hours of service requirements that limit how long drivers of commercial vehicles may operate between their periods of rest. The hours of service mandates were created in order to prevent commercial drivers from driving while tired and causing injuries to others.

In order for a commercial or truck drivers to demonstrate compliance with the federal hours of service requirements they must often complete a log book that indicates when they were driving, when they were resting and how they spent their time during a given day. Log books can be useful pieces of evidence for individuals who have been hurt in truck accidents and may give injured victims’ opportunities to show fault on the part of the commercial and truck drivers whose actions caused their harm.

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Car and bicyclist collide in Reno, cyclist killed
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Aug 23, 2017
A recent early evening collision caused a Reno-area bicyclist to suffer serious injuries when his bicycle was involved in an accident with a car. The incident occurred shortly after 5 o’clock in the evening and happened near Airway and Garden Homes drives. The victim, a 30-year-old man, was taken to an area hospital where he died from the significant harm he sustained in the crash.

Although the driver of the vehicle that was involved in the fatal accident stayed on scene when police arrived, law enforcement officials are continuing to investigate this matter to determine how and why it occurred. They do not believe that the driver of the involved car was impaired at the time of the crash, though this does not necessarily mean that the driver will be able to avoid liability for his role in the deadly incident.

When an accident of this nature occurs, it is not uncommon for law enforcement personnel to evaluate the evidence they collect from the crash, and in some cases, to make a recreation of the incident to determine its cause. As they work through the facts of the case the data they encounter may reveal that the driver of the involved car exhibited negligence in his driving conduct and was responsible for the fatal collision.

Motorists who operate on Nevada streets and highways owe a duty of care to all of the other motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians and others with whom they share the roads. When they breach their duty to others through negligence or recklessness, their conduct may make them liable for the losses others experience. As investigators sort out the facts of this story, their findings may reveal instances of negligence and possible civil claims for the family members of the deceased victim.

Source: rgi.com, ” UPDATE: Bicyclist dies after Reno bike-vs-vehicle crash ,” Aug. 15, 2017

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Compensation may be available after a spinal cord injury accident
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Aug 16, 2017
Spinal cord injuries can be devastating, and in worst-case scenarios, life-threatening. They can limit the control Nevada residents have over their ability to move their bodies, and manage necessary bodily functions, such as respiration and reflex. The law firm of [nap_names id=”FIRM-NAME-1″] has represented many victims of spinal cord injury accidents and advocated for their recovery of damages after suffering harm at the hands of others.

When a victim’s spinal cord is injured, the damage may prevent the victim’s brain from sending messages to other parts of their body. A serious spinal cord injury may prevent people from moving their arms and legs, which alone may keep victims from walking, dressing themselves, feeding themselves, and doing the many other personal care tasks that individuals with full mobility are able to do for themselves each and every day.

A spinal cord injury may also impact a person’s emotional wellness. Losing one’s ability to move and care for oneself can be detrimental to the victim’s mental health as one is forced to rely on others to ensure that the most basic needs are met. People injured in this way may suffer stress and anxiety over their lost abilities and may endure pain as they rehabilitate and work to regain the functionality their spinal cord injuries deprived them of.

Spinal cord injuries can be very serious and very expensive to recover from. No victim of a spinal cord injury accident should be victimized a second time by being forced to pay for the costs of his or her recuperation and care. In some cases, victims of spinal cord injuries are able to receive compensation for their losses, and readers who wish to explore this possible means of recovery in the wake of their accidents are invited to seek more information on our website.

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First Hearing for Little Valley Lawsuits
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Aug 15, 2017

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Could conduct bar me from recovering after a motorcycle accident?
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Aug 09, 2017
Negligence is the basis for many of the personal injury lawsuits that are filed in Nevada courts. When a person has a duty to another individual and fails to fulfill that duty to the injury and detriment of the other, then it can be possible for the victim to recover compensation for his or her losses from the breach.

It is not unusual for motorcycle accidents to be caused by negligence. Drivers generally have a duty of care to others who are out on the roads with them; when drivers fail to yield to motorcyclists, fail to check their blind spots for motorcycles, or otherwise act irresponsibly in the presence of motorcyclists, their actions can be deemed negligent and they may be held liable for their victims’ injuries.

However, the state of Nevada recognizes an extension of the general negligence law that can, if proven, inhibit a victim’s chances of fully recovering accident-related losses. Contributory negligence can limit a victim’s recovery if a court finds that the victim also acted negligently, or otherwise contributed to the harm that they suffered.

For example, during proceedings on a negligence-based motorcycle accident claim, the defendant may allege that the victim failed in his or her duty to drive responsibly as well. After reviewing the facts of the case, a court may determine that while the defendant was 75% responsible for the accident the victim was 25% responsible for the harm that was suffered. In such a case, the victim would only be able to recover a portion of the damages that may have otherwise been received.

If a victim is found to be more responsible for an accident that the actual defendant, then under Nevada law the victim may receive no recovery. Contributory negligence is not only applicable to motorcycle accidents, but other forms of personal injury-causing incidents as well. Individuals who have concerns and questions about their personal injury cases are encouraged to discuss their legal needs with their personal attorneys.

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