Texting and driving is illegal
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Jan 08, 2016
On their daily commute, many Reno drivers have been witness to illegal behavior. No, we aren’t talking about speeding, tailgating or erratic driving. We are talking about illegal cell phone use, specifically texting and driving. The state of Nevada has strict laws about texting and driving.

There is a state-wide ban on hand-held cell phone use in Reno and all Nevada cities. This includes activities such as texting and driving. Texting and driving is dangerous because hands leave the steering wheel and eyes leave the road during texting.

For those who have been injured in a car accident where distracted driving is suspected, there may be a chance for compensation. Bodily injuries and property damages are reason enough reason to seek compensation due to negligent driving. However, many injured Reno residents also suffer additional financial burden such as lost wages due to serious injuries sustained in the crash. Whatever the reason, holding a negligent driver responsible after engaging in distracted driving behavior such as texting and driving can make all the difference for the injured and their families.

No one can turn back the hands of time, however, the injured can decide how to proceed after a car accident resulted in injuries. Texting and driving is absolutely not allowed while driving in Reno and is considered distracted driving behavior. If determined that texting and driving was a factor that caused a car accident, the negligent driver can be held responsible. At least Nevada has a strict no texting and driving law in place to help protect Reno drivers.

Source: ghsa.org, ” Distracted Driving Laws ,” Accessed Jan. 4, 2016

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Medical expenses caused by a drunk driver can be compensated
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Dec 31, 2015
There are so many reasons that health is the top priority for Reno residents. Sometimes a person’s health can be compensated when they are involved in a car accident. Car accidents can have many repercussions including but not limited to medical expenses and lost wages due to serious injuries sustained in the crash. Car accidents can happen for many reasons with one of them being accidents caused by a drunk driver. If a driver was intoxicated at the time of a car accident and caused you or a loved one injury, it is important to understand that the injured party has options.

In order to have the best case possible, it is important to do the proper research in order to compile facts and proof related to an injured person’s claim. Medical records and bills, police reports and witness accounts can all help build an injured person’s case alleging negligence.

After all of the information that is introduced to the injured and their family, it is understandable how confusing it can be. The professionals at Bradley, Drendel and Jeanney understand that this may be all new to you and that you have a lot on your plate right now. Health is a top priority and if a drunk driver put your or a loved one’s health at risk after serious injuries sustained in a drunk driving accident, consider your legal options. No one should be expected to bear the burden of serious injuries due to a drunk driving accident alone.

While you or anyone else cannot turn back the hands of time, you can change what happens in the future. This comes only with the correct mindset and preparation. Understanding that you have the choice and the ability to be compensated for serious injuries sustained in a drunk driving accident is a big step. The next step comes with taking action by examining all of the legal options available to injured people and their families.

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What are some of the dangers facing Reno motorcyclists?
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Dec 24, 2015
The freedom and fun that motorcycles bring their operators and passengers is unsurpassed by any other mode of transportation. This is one of the main reasons that motorcyclists choose to travel this way. With all that freedom and fun does come some risk. Motorcyclists are about 26 times more likely to die in a crash than someone riding in a passenger car, and are five times as likely to be injured.

With these crazy statistics in mind, there must be certain factors contributing to such motorcycle injuries and fatalities. Sometimes other motorists are partially or completely responsible for the injuries or fatality a Reno resident suffered in a motorcycle accident. Unique to motorcyclists are issues afflicting them more than any other type of vehicle on the road. There are issues of road hazards and visual recognition on Reno roads since motorcycles are smaller than other vehicles and thus harder to spot.

When motorcycles are harder to spot, passenger vehicles may fail to yield to oncoming motorcyclists and can potentially strike them broadside. Obviously injuries resulting from this would be catastrophic to the motorcyclist. Oncoming traffic poses a huge threat to motorcyclists because if one loses control it could be devastating for the motorcyclist as far as bodily injury. Serious injuries due to a negligent driver should be appropriated for.

A full investigation of a motorcycle accident can help to determine if another driver was at fault for injuries a motorcyclist suffered. Understanding how data and evidence can contribute to a personal injury suit is important to reaping financial benefit. There are many ways to go about this. Experts can help point the injured and their families in the right direction.

Source: FindLaw, ” Motorcycle Accidents: Overview ,” Accessed Dec. 21, 2015

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Information to collect after a truck accident
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Dec 18, 2015
Trucks transport the goods and services necessary to keep our households and businesses running. While trucks are a necessary and important part of our economy, they can also be dangerous to those that travel alongside them on Nevada roads. Trucks can weigh several tons and any collision with another vehicle can result in serious injuries to other drivers.

Those injured in truck accidents are likely to have enormous medical expenses, property damage, lost of wages loss of quality of life and other damages. Truck accidents can easily lead to fatal injuries, and in these cases, surviving family members may, in addition to the emotional turmoil of losing a loved one, suffer financial damages such as loss of income.

Personal injury or wrongful death lawsuits involving a truck accident can be very complicated. In addition to the serious damages the victims and their families face, the question of liability in a truck accident can be more complicated in a truck accident case than in other types of motor vehicle accident cases. The truck driver may be held liable, but often so too may be the driver’s employer or other businesses involved with putting the truck on the road.

Whenever possible, it is a good idea for affected families to collect some basic information about the truck accident that may help establish fault and negligence. These can include the name of the trucking company, the truck driver’s name and commercial driver’s license number, the truck’s license plate and other identifying details.

An attorney with experience in truck accident matters can help the injured or their family members to understand their legal options.

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Impairment suspected in Nevada two-vehicle crash
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Dec 09, 2015
There are many dangerous and illegal activities that could result in a terrible car accident on Reno roads. One of these activities is drunk driving. One recent two-vehicle accident is being investigated by Nevada police as a possible drunk driving accident.

The crash occurred in the early afternoon. The driver suspected of impairment was driving his Chevy southbound on the SR88 while another vehicle traveling west on Mottsville Lane approached the intersection. One of the motorists was then believed to have run a red light causing the vehicle driving westbound to crash into the side of it. Luckily, all victims involved in the crash were wearing their seatbelt, but that did not stop them from suffering injuries in the crash. The Nevada Highway Patrol says they suspect that impairment was involved in the crash, and they have obtained a blood draw from the driver of the Chevy.

No toxicology reports have been officially released to date. However, if the authorities believe that they have evidence of drunk driving behavior from the driver of the Chevy, it could be useful injured victims in a personal injury suit. Such evidence can be key to proving negligent behavior after a car accident that causes injuries. There are many potential financial ramifications after a car accident, so it may be in the injured’s best interest to seek reparations.

Whatever the injured parties in this accident decide to do, the facts are facts. One minute they were driving along in their vehicle and the next they were sliding across the intersection coming to an abrupt halt in a neighbor’s yard. In accidents like this, victims may want to research whether they have a legal cause of action.

Source: mynews4.com, ” 2 vehicle crash in Gardnerville may have been caused by impairment ,” Nov. 30, 2015

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Proving liability of a drunk driver after a Reno car accident
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Nov 25, 2015
As many Reno residents know all too well, anything can happen out on roads and highways today. Statewide, there has been a crack-down on those who choose to drive while intoxicated. However, this has not stopped all intoxicated drivers from getting behind the wheel. If you or a loved one was involved in a car accident caused by a drunk driver, consider what this incident could mean for them long and short term. It may be possible to seek compensation besides the criminal charges often associated with such behavior.

Drunk driving accidents can occur when a driver chooses to get behind the wheel after their blood alcohol concentration is above the legal limit. Then, an accident occurs between the drunk driver’s vehicle and another vehicle that results in damages and bodily injury. Authorities on the site of an accident are trained to notice behaviors of intoxicated drivers. Often the suspected drunk driver will be tested for their BAC limit amongst other sobriety tests that will determine if the driver was in fact intoxicated at the time of the crash.

Establishing the intoxication level of the drunk driver in question is key to proving their liability for the accident in terms of drunk driving. Once the intoxication level is established, the plaintiff must prove that said intoxication level was too high for safe operation of a motor vehicle. Because of this intoxication level, the plaintiff finally must demonstrate that the defendant failed to exercise reasonable care for the public’s safety due to their earlier decisions and actions.

It is important to keep in mind that each drunk driving case presents it’s own set of challenges. However, drunk driving accidents are serious and require the utmost attention for the injured parties to receive reparations. If you or a loved one was injured in a Reno drunk driving accident, consider all your options before choosing inaction as plan of action.

Source: FindLaw, ” Drunk Driving Accidents ,” Accessed Nov. 22, 2015

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Medical expenses and injuries due to Reno driver are compensable
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Nov 20, 2015
People have a lot on their plate today juggling work, family and anything else that may cross their path on a daily basis. It is somewhat understandable how a person could possibly become distracted or make a poor choice behind the wheel. However, a situation can be understood but a person can still be held liable for negligence if a Reno driver caused a car accident resulting in injuries to an innocent party. Medical bills today are outrageous; if you or a loved one has suffered a familiar-sounding fate consider your options for compensation.

Serious injuries due to a car accident can significantly interrupt your plans and quality of life. Pain and suffering is a real possibility for those who have been involved in a car accident. On top of all that, medical bills can drain your bank accounts and render you penniless. If someone is responsible for this type of physical, emotional and financial devastation, shouldn’t they be held accountable?

At the law office of [nap_names id=”FIRM-NAME-1″], our Reno car accident attorneys assist car accidents victims who were injured by another person’s negligence or wrongdoing. Our main purpose is to aid clients in maximizing potential recoverable compensation. This is done by thoroughly examining the accident scene and determining potential points of legal interest. Nevada state laws govern personal injury claims, such as one that would be made in a car accident situation, and we know how to interpret these laws and apply them to your case.

No one can turn back the hands of time in order to prevent this catastrophe from happening. However, it can be made right in the eyes of the law. Car accidents are serious and cause serious problems, and they should be handled as such. Carefully examining all details of the case can unearth new possibilities of which you may not have been previously aware. At [nap_names id=”FIRM-NAME-1″], we understand the pain and frustration you are feeling during this difficult time.

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Texting and driving is distracted driving in Reno
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Nov 13, 2015
Everyone has been talking about how dangerous texting and driving is. Depending on how fast you are going, a car can travel the length of a football field in a matter of seconds while texting and driving. Think of all the obstacles the car could come into contact with during that distance traveled. This is why texting and driving has come under close scrutiny by Reno drivers — because of the serious injuries and even deaths associated with the activity.

Actual laws prohibiting texting and driving vary by state and local laws. But there has been an increase in the desire for such restrictions on drivers with the news of deaths and injuries circulating through the media. Many states have enacted laws specifically banning texting while driving for this reason. In addition, many counties have enacted laws against texting while driving or serious penalties for engaging in the activity.

Due to the variance of these laws by state and local law, there are a variety of punishments for texting and driving such as fines and license suspension. If texting and driving is the direct cause of a car accident , it could result in a charge of negligence by the injured party. This could even be considered reckless driving if the driver was speeding or otherwise driving erratically while texting and driving.

Negligence occurs when a driver acts carelessly and thereby causes a car accident or some other type of tort. Distracted driving is a larger classification of driving offenses that can cause serious injury to innocent drivers. Safety should be every driver’s number one concern when behind the wheel. This is why distracted driving like texting and driving can be prevented.

Source: findlaw.com, ” Texting While Driving ,” Accessed Nov. 9, 2015

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Reno police: Driver believed impaired in 2-vehicle crash
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Nov 06, 2015
Car accidents can strike at the least expected moment; many Reno residents have discovered this unfortunate reality. Early on a Monday morning, two vehicles collided that resulted in both drivers sustaining moderate injuries. However, there was one big difference between the two drivers. According to Reno police, one of the drivers is suspected of driving under the influence at the time of the crash.

If this is true, the driver could face charges for causing a drunk driving accident. According to reports, two vehicles crashed into each other at the intersection of Longley Lane and South Rock Boulevard. It occurred when one driver allegedly crossed over into the wrong travel lane, which is where that vehicle struck the other. Both drivers were hospitalized, including the driver who is suspected of being hit by a drunk driver.

Of course, a full investigation will follow an incident such as this. If the driver was found to have been impaired during the accident it may change how a personal injury suit would be handled by the prosecution. The injured party may decide that it is in their best interest to seek reparations for any damages caused to them by a negligent party. Medical expenses and property damage are often areas of concern for injured parties.

Luckily, no one was killed in this car accident. However, there isn’t much margin for error between injuries and death when it comes to car accidents. It is best to avoid this type of situation at all costs. It seems that this accident could have potentially been avoided had one driver not gotten behind the wheel when intoxicated.

Source: Reno Gazette-Journal, ” Police: 2 hospitalized in south Reno crash, driver possibly impaired ,” Marcella Corona, Oct. 26, 2015

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Truck driver fatigue can have disastrous effects
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Oct 29, 2015
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, over 30,000 people perish on U.S. roads every year. There is nothing more important than protecting the lives of those who travel on the road every day. Because of the threat of losing more citizens lives, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) passed a law a few years back regulating how many hours truck drivers can work and also regulating their breaks. This change in regulation has hopes aimed at preventing truck driver fatigue.

Truck driver fatigue can be the direct cause of road fatalities. When a truck driver is fatigued, they aren’t thinking right due to the sleepy nature of their consciousness. This can affect reaction time and can cause the driver to make poor choices when behind the wheel. Sadly, 4,000 people per year die in truck accidents with truck driver fatigue as a leading factor in these deaths.

Those who have suffered serious injuries or even a loved one’s untimely death at the hands of a truck driver know how serious this issue is. Truck accidents can make such an impact that it affects the course of life for any who were unlucky enough to be in its path. Medical expenses, quality of life and ability to work are all factors affected when in an accident with a truck that causes severe injuries. If another party is at fault for the terrible accident that has befallen you or a loved one, shouldn’t they be held accountable?

While the U.S. Dept. of Transportation’s goals may be admirable, they are not the directly affected party in a truck accident. Only families can truly understand the devastation these type of accidents can cause. What is so ironic is that truck driver fatigue can be so easily prevented. It can be prevented as simply as a truck driver pulling his or her rig over when fatigue sets in.

Source: transportation.gov , ” Why We Care About Truck Driver Fatigue, ” Anthony Fox, Dec. 8, 2014

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