Vegas Personal Injury Law Blog

Hot Coffee and Tort “Reform”

Allen A Cap Esq — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 16:00:29 +0000

A few weeks ago, I was preparing jury voir dire questions for a short trial. Some of the questions that I prepared involved various issues of tort “reform” and other items currently in the media that dealt with negative events involving personal injury lawyers. One area that always has to be covered is the McDonald’s [...]

When Does a Treating Physician become an Expert Witness in a Personal Injury Case?

Allen A Cap Esq — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 16:00:40 +0000

Recently, I reviewed a Federal case that was posted on the Nevada Justice Association list-serve. This 9th Circuit case interpreted Arizona law regarding the testimony of treating physicians. This decision answers the question: When does a treating physician’s testimony morph him into an witnesses hired to render expert opinions? If a treating physician renders opinions [...]

CHECKLIST: Did I Do Anything That Devalued My Recovery on My Auto Accident Claim?

Allen A Cap Esq — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 16:00:30 +0000

If you think that you are not getting enough compensation on your auto accident, ask yourself if you did any of the following things that could have possibly devalued your case or claim. Check the ones that apply to your case or claim. ___1. Failure to seek immediate medical attention. ___2. Delaying the treatment for your symptoms [...]

Structured Settlements and Minors Compromises

Allen A Cap Esq — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 16:00:09 +0000

A Structured Settlement allows a personal injury claimant to obtain cash over a period of time, rather than obtaining his settlement in a lump sum.

The Impact of Social Networking Sites on Personal Injury Claims

Allen A Cap Esq — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 15:00:58 +0000

As a personal injury lawyer, I have seen how trends in personal injury claims handling and litigation have changed over the years. In this electronic age, information and documents posted on social networks like Twitter, Facebook, and Myspace can potentially have a negative impact on personal injury claims. Insurance Companies and defense attorneys are using these [...]

How Physicians Can Assist Their Patients on Wage Loss Verification

Allen A Cap Esq — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 16:00:17 +0000

A few weeks ago I had an arbitration hearing involving a motor vehicle accident. Both of my plaintiff/clients were employed as casino dealers. One took 3 days off work immediately following the accident. Both missed some full days of work periodically, and both used early outs because their neck or back pain was [...]

Powers of Attorney

Allen A Cap Esq — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:00:11 +0000

You have undoubtedly heard the line that, “A person that represents himself in a legal matter has a fool for a client.” Are there legal matters that can be handled economically without the direct services of an attorney? One such legal matter may involve a Power of Attorney. A Power of Attorney gives authorization to a person to [...]

Five Infants Die At Apartment Complex in Las Vegas

Allen A Cap Esq — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 17:39:21 +0000

Between the dates of September 5, 2008 and October 9, 2008 five infants, all under the age of 3 months died from similar symptoms. Each of the infants lived in a separate building of this Section 8 apartment complex. One infant died in each five of the separate buildings of the six-building complex.

What Documents Do I Need to Have Available When I Talk to a Personal Injury Attorney?

Allen A Cap Esq — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 16:00:39 +0000

This Blog will provide you with valuable information so that you can be fully prepared for your initial consultation with your attorney. Your attorney will be impressed if you provide him with all this documentation at your initial consultation.

What is the Difference Between Occurrence and Claims-made Insurance Policies?

Allen A Cap Esq — Mon, 24 May 2010 16:00:38 +0000

Recently, I received a telephone call from a woman who was involved in an accident in her boyfriend’s garage. Her boyfriend had recently purchased a new home. The girlfriend lived with the boyfriend about 75% of the time. While the boyfriend was hospitalized, the girlfriend went into the garage to put some kitchen appliances in [...]