Wrong-way crash injures 1 near Boomtown
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Jan 02, 2014
A head-on collision is one of the most terrifying types of auto accidents a motorist can experience. Even when two vehicles are travelling at a relatively low speed, the damage caused by a head-on crash can be catastrophic. Unfortunately, wrong-way accidents are a dangerous reality on Nevada roadways, and motorists who have been injured because of a wrong-way driver’s negligence should be aware of the available legal options for covering the costs resulting from the crash.

Recently, two vehicles collided head-on near Boomtown. The crash happened the night of Dec. 29 in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 80, and one person was taken by ambulance to a hospital. A news report doesn’t indicate which driver was injured, and the exact cause of the crash was not reported.

Even when an accident was clearly the fault of a wrong-way driver, it is still very important to gather the proper evidence to prove liability. Insurance companies are notorious for trying to reduce payouts to injured motorists, and sometimes insurers will try to shift blame for an accident onto an innocent victim. Nevada drivers should keep in mind that insurance companies are often more concerned with profits than with the well-being of someone injured because of another driver’s negligent or reckless actions.

Wrong-way collisions can be especially injurious and disorienting, but it is nonetheless important to begin gathering evidence as soon as possible after the crash. A personal injury attorney can work to obtain such evidence in order to prove liability and maximize recoverable compensation.

Source: News 4, ” Head-On collision on I-80 near Boomtown ,” Dec. 29, 2013

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Las Vegas man killed in hit-and-run motorcycle accident
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Dec 27, 2013
It is difficult to imagine the devastating effects of a serious or fatal car accident. That is the reality for family members of a 19-year-old man who died in a fatal crash while riding his motorcycle in Las Vegas. The driver of the other vehicle received a sentence on Dec. 9 for fleeing the scene of the motorcycle accident.

The fatal crash took place on Aug. 1, when a 29-year-old driver made a left turn. The motorcyclist attempted to brake and slid until the Volkswagen struck him. He suffered serious injuries, and was pronounced dead following the accident. The driver of the Volkswagen did not stop and instead fled from the scene of the accident. A witness who had written down the license plate of the Volkswagen assisted officers in locating the offender at his residence.

On Dec. 9, a judge sentenced the accused to six to 15 years in prison for leaving the scene of a hit-and-run accident, which is a felony offense. Although the accident is tragic for all parties, it is a reminder of the dangers that negligent drivers can bring to motorcyclists. According to Erin Breen, the director of Safe Community Partnership at the University of Nevada, an overwhelming 38 motorcyclists have died on Nevada roadways so far this year, which is up from 25 deaths in 2012.

Negligent driving may result in catastrophic injuries, especially when motorcyclists are involved. If victims are fortunate enough to live through motorcycle accidents, the results are often broken bones, neck injury, spinal cord injury and brain injury leading to years of rehabilitation or permanent disability.

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Medical condition leads to boy’s spinal cord injury
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Dec 18, 2013
When people think of spinal cord injuries, it’s generally assumed that the severe physical trauma that led to the injury was caused by something such as a car accident. But illnesses can also lead to serious spinal cord damage.

The parents of a little boy in Reno initially though he was suffering from flu symptoms, but in just five days, the 10-year-old’s condition worsened dramatically. Concerned, his parents took him to the emergency room, and after the treating physician could not identify anything wrong with the boy from standard blood, urine and CT scans, the physician suggested calling a pediatric neurologist.

Unfortunately, though, the neurologist denied treatment, saying he was not taking on new patients. On a hunch, the treating physician suspected the little boy might have a condition called Guillain-Barre Syndrome, or GBS, which can cause permanent damage to the spinal cord, leading to problems with swallowing and breathing. The doctor suggested that the boy undergo a spinal tap.

The boy’s parents took him to a hospital in California where, after a spinal tap confirmed the treating physician’s hunch, doctors treated the child for GBS.

The parents were very upset by the pediatric neurologist’s denial of treatment, and the parents have filed a complaint with the Nevada Medical Board.

Spinal cord damage can occur as a result of many kinds of accidents and illnesses. However, if another party’s negligence was a factor in the injury, then victims or their families may want to explore the legal avenues for holding the responsible party accountable. Spinal cord injuries sometimes require years of medical care and physical therapy, and people suffering from spinal cord injuries shouldn’t have to take on the added financial burden of receiving that care.

Source: My News 4, ” A Need for Neurologists ,” Dec. 2, 2013

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Alcohol contributed to 74 traffic deaths in Nevada in 2012
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Dec 06, 2013
The Nevada Department of Transportation data shows that in the year 2012 there were 74 people who lost their lives in an accident in which alcohol played a contributing factor. The 2013 year has not yet come to a close, but there have already been 49 alcohol-related traffic deaths in the state.

Even though it appears that this year could end with fewer traffic fatalities related to alcohol than the last, one death is still one too many. Thus, law enforcement agencies across the nation often conduct campaigns that target drunk driving. Nevada is certainly no different than the rest.

As an example, the Henderson Police Department will be working hard to reduce the number of drunk driving accidents that occur in their area just outside of Las Vegas. This particular campaign will span 12 months and include 15 different initiatives.

“I have worked many traffic accidents in my time as a police officer,” said the Henderson Police Chief Patrick Moers, “and know the impact that a drunk driver can have on a family and a community.”

The Nevada Department of Public Safety, Office of Traffic Safety will back the Joining Forces program with $188,000.

Drunk driving isn’t the only type of negligent behavior that can lead to fatal accidents. In the past five years, there have been 50 lives lost in Nevada as a result of distracted driving alone. Beyond these two categories, there are a multitude of other driving behaviors that would be considered negligent in a personal injury lawsuit.

Source: The Henderson Press, “Police announce continuing special driving safety enforcement efforts,” Nov. 26, 2013

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Winter storm makes for dangerous conditions on Reno roads
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Dec 03, 2013
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Car accident on I-580 off ramp in Reno leaves 1 injured
On Behalf of Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney • Nov 18, 2013
Many of us in Reno read about car accidents all the time. Because they happen so often, we rarely think twice about them. However, those who have been in a serious car accident know how dramatically they can change your life.

A bad car accident can leave a victim with serious injuries, a mountain of medical bills and unable to return to work. This situation can leave a victim to cope with both financial and emotional challenges all because one driver made a poor decision on the road. Unfortunately, this may be just what one Reno resident is facing now after being involved in crash just over a week ago.

The accident took place on the off-ramp of I-580 in Reno. According to Reno fire officials, a car was hit by a pick-up truck just off the exit ramp. The truck slammed into the car’s passenger side, leaving the passenger trapped in the vehicle.

The man suffered leg injuries in the accident and was taken to a nearby hospital after fire fighters freed him from the wrecked vehicle.

As of right now, it is not clear what caused the accident, and it seems that no one has been charged. Nevada Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate.

Sadly, there is a good chance that the man in this crash is likely suffering from a scenario similar to the one we described above. Although dealing with the financial impact of a serious car accident can be overwhelming, crash victims in Nevada should know that there are ways to seek compensation after an accident.

Regardless of whether a negligent driver was charged by police, a victim can hold a driver accountable through a personal injury lawsuit. A successful personal injury lawsuit can result in compensation that can help cover medical expenses, lost wages and other damages related to the accident. Not only that, but a successful personal injury lawsuit can give a victim peace of mind, knowing that his or her expenses are covered.

Source: News 4, ” Car crash at Glendale exit ,” Nov. 10, 2013

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