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When to Call an Accident Lawyer

March 1, 2018 by Erik

Getting in a car accident can bring on a state of shock that makes it hard to know how to move forward. Though some situations work out relatively smoothly, people often have difficulty with insurance claims, medical bills, and more. In the unfortunate event of a car accident, here are a few guidelines to help you decide when to call an accident lawyer.

At the scene of the accident

Before we talk about when to bring in a lawyer, it’s important to know what to do at the scene of the accident. If you do need a lawyer, the information collected at this stage is vital for your lawyer to be able to help you.

Be sure to keep your car at the scene of the accident, take photos of the damage, and collect insurance information from the other people involved. You should also immediately call the police, and an ambulance if necessary.

Bringing in a lawyer

Because complications can come up after an accident, it’s always good to run your situation by an accident lawyer. Car accidents can cause injury, loss of income, auto body damage, and even long-term disability. A car accident lawyer can help to negotiate the best possible outcome for you and work through the complicated red tape with your insurance.

Particularly, lawyers are important to bring on board if you’ve already talked with insurance and are struggling to work out a reasonable claim. If you’re over your medical limit from insurance and still need medical help, this is another time an accident lawyer is crucial to getting the attention you need.

Ahlander Injury Law serves the Las Vegas, Nevada area, and we are ready to help you resolve difficulties stemming from your car accident. Contact us today.

When to Call a Defective Product Lawyer

February 1, 2018 by Erik

If you were injured while using a product, do you have a legal case? If your situation possesses the following requirements, it’s time to hire a defective product lawyer.

If You Can Prove an Error, a Defect, or a Failure

To have a case, you must be able to prove that one or more of the following scenarios occurred:

Manufacturing Error: If a single product has a defect resulting from a manufacturing error.

Defective Design: If the inherent design of an entire line of products has a flaw and is unreasonably dangerous.

Failure to Warn: If the dangerous quality of the product is not obvious to the ordinary consumer.

If You Were Using the Product as It Was Intended

You must have been using the product in a way that the manufacturer intended customers to use it (or in a way that an ordinary consumer would use it) in order to have a defective product case. Also, the product can’t have been substantially changed from the condition in which it was originally sold.

One important note, you must be able to prove that you did not know about a product defect when you were using it. If you knew about the defect and continued to use it anyway, you have given up your right to claim injury damages.

If You Have Suffered a Direct Injury or Loss

You are not entitled to a claim if you didn’t suffer any form of direct injury, harm, or significant monetary loss caused by the defective product. By direct, it’s meant that the product itself caused the injury or loss, not if the product caused you to destroy something valuable.

Meeting All the Requirements

If you have met all of the above requirements, then you likely have a solid defective product case. If this is the case, contact an experienced defective product lawyer such as Erik Ahlander to get legal advice and a fair resolution for your injuries or loss.

What To Do When a Dog Attacks You

January 1, 2018 by Erik

Most of the time, dogs are loyal companions and a source of joy to their owners, friends, and family. Unfortunately, even man’s best friend can sometimes turn against humans in a nasty way, and anyone who has been victim of a dog attack can relate.

Avoiding an attack

There are a few tips that can help you ward off the danger of a dog attack in the moment. First off, avoid panicking. Though it’s hard to do, dogs do sense fear and may feel more confident or even threatened if you act in a fearful way.

Second, you should make yourself still and avoid eye contact with the dog. This will lessen the threat to the animal and minimize harm the dog may cause. Though it may be instinctual, you should avoid running from the dog and instead try to distract it with another object.

Defending yourself

If and when the dog does attack, you’ll need to step up your defense to get the dog off of you. Use your body weight to roll over the dog and use a commanding voice to tell it to back away. Use a stick or other weapon to hit the dog or use mace or pepper spray to fight back. Seek medical attention immediately if you have any broken skin or other injury.

Legal assistance

If you’ve experienced any level of dog bite, you have the right to contact a lawyer for personal injury claims. Ahlander Injury Law in Las Vegas has dealt with many dog bite injuries and has an experienced staff of lawyers ready to get the compensation you deserve. Contact Ahlander Injury Law today to help resolve the scarring, emotional damages, and other issues that many come up as a result of dog attack.

How to Drive Aware Near Semi-Trucks

December 1, 2017 by Erik

Certain things can make us nervous when we drive. Whether it’s a bicyclist on a narrow road, wet pavement, or unfamiliar areas, driving in stressful or unusual situations can feel uncomfortable. One situation we all encounter often on the road, especially on the highway, is driving near trucks. Trucks play an important role in our economy and infrastructure and are a frequent sight on the highway. Sharing the road with them, though, can sometimes be a challenge. The key to driving safely around trucks to be aware.

1. Be aware that truckers have limited visibility

The first thing to keep in mind when driving near trucks is the limit of a truck driver’s vision. Trucks are big and have big blind spots. Probably the most important thing you can do when driving around a truck is to stay out of its blind spots. This includes staying alongside a truck, behind it, or too close in front of it. As a rule of thumb, if you cannot see the driver’s face, he or she probably can’t see you either. This can be a problem and lead to a truck accident if a car is in a truck’s blind spot when the truck driver decides to change lanes or turn. So if you need to get near a truck to pass it, make sure you have enough room to pass and get out of its blind spots quickly.

2. Give trucks plenty of room when passing

The next key is to give plenty of room when passing. If a car merges right in front of a truck, it could lead to a truck accident. Truck drivers can’t see what is right in front of their tall front ends. They also can’t stop as quickly as a smaller vehicle, so they need additional open space in front of them.

In general, give a truck room. That includes staying far enough back when following a truck and anticipating wide turns and keeping the necessary amount of space.

3. Stay calm

Although driving near trucks can feel nerve-wracking, the key is to stay calm and know the spots to avoid. If you do experience a truck accident in Las Vegas, be sure to find a truck accident lawyer you can trust. Truck accidents are among the most serious, so you need serious counsel. First, do your part by driving safely. On rare occasions when something goes wrong, seek out a good lawyer you can trust to help with the rest.

When to Call a Las Vegas Lawyer for a Slip and Fall Accident

November 17, 2017 by Erik

Accidents happen, but in some cases the accident could have been prevented if proper safety procedures were followed. Whether it’s at a grocery store, restaurant, or someone’s home, when a slip and fall accident occurs it can be devastating and painful for the injured individual. If you have had a slip and fall accident, and you are wondering if you should call a Las Vegas lawyer, here’s what you should know about pursuing legal counsel:

1. Damages

If your slip and fall injury has impacted your ability to work and caused you to lose wages, or if you have medical expense as a result of your accident, you need to contact a lawyer. Proving your injuries requires proper documentation, and a slip and fall lawyer will know exactly how to put together the paperwork that will represent the repercussions of your injury.

2. Fault

Determine if the slip and fall accident was due to the business failing to maintain a safe and clean environment for their customers. Determining fault can be more complicated than it seems. For example, if the business provides a caution sign near a wet floor, but the sign is not close enough for it to be clearly visible and results in an injured customer, then liability can still be on the business. Lawyers are specialists on the ins and outs of the law and can properly examine if there is someone at fault.

If you have experienced a slip and fall injury that you feel was a result of neglect or improper safety regulations, and you are seeking a Las Vegas lawyer, call Ahlander Injury Law today for a free consultation.