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Monthly Archives: November 2011

Black Friday Poses Dangers for Motorists, Pedestrians

Some people are calling it "National Shopping Day." Others are making more plans for that day than they are for the Thanksgiving holiday. We’re talking about Black Friday 2011. It could be the craziest post-turkey day yet. According to a website devoted to this year’s Black Friday event, 13 million more people are expected to …

Despite New Laws, Distracted Driving Still a Problem

Lawmakers in Nevada have finally begun addressing the problem of distracted driving in our state. Earlier this year, the governor signed a new law prohibiting the use of handheld cell phones while driving on Nevada roads. But based on what police are saying, a large number of drivers aren’t getting the message. The handheld cell …

Nevada Supreme Court Rejects Motorcyclist’s Accident Lawsuit

If a car crashes into a motorcycle, the driver of the vehicle can be named in a personal injury lawsuit if the accident was caused by the car. But if a motorcyclist strikes a stationary object, then it’s usually the fault of the motorcycle operator – unless the object should not have been there or …

Crane Truck Runs Red Light in Fatal North Las Vegas Crash

Standard auto accidents can be bad enough. But damages, injuries, and fatalities can increase if one of the vehicles involved is heavier than the other. Like when a car is hit by an SUV, pickup truck, or van. Or if a box truck or an 18-wheeler causes a crash. But last week, a woman died …

School Bus Injures Teenage Pedestrian in North Las Vegas

School bus drivers receive extensive training and instruction in how to operate their large vehicles safely. But one Clark County School District bus driver apparently forgot one of the first lessons he learned: obeying posted traffic signs and markings. And as a result, a teenage girl is in the hospital with severe injuries. On Thursday …