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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice for Nevada on
Q: I called and was refused ambulance ride

I called an ambulance because I couldn't move and was sick and was refused a ride to the hospital and was told I am a waste of space and don't deserve a bed. Ten minutes later I pulled the courage to call again and I told them I was sick and now also having suicidal thoughts.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 18, 2020

I'm sorry for your ordeal. There wasn't a question here, but if you are wondering about your rights, the best option might be to contact a Nevada attorney to discuss the matter in further detail. This could be a fact-intensive matter, where an attorney may want to review any reports that... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Small Claims for Nevada on
Q: Can I be compensated for pain from a fallen sprinkler head cover?

I was in a casino in Las Vegas and struck by a falling sprinkler head cover. It hit my arm so it's not a major injury, but after a night my arm is hurting badly. What kind of compensation can I ask for from the risk management?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 1, 2020

It's possible you could. Your post remains open for two weeks, so at this point, you might want to think about contacting an attorney to discuss your matter. There are Nevada attorneys on this site who handle these types of cases. You could contact one of them, or you could search for someone... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Nevada on
Q: If a person falls on a buisness property, is it the buisnesses responsibility to cover the costs? Medical etc.

My mother fell at walmart, the video is very poor quality, she got hurt, and they say the wheel was never on the cart tto begin with. That to me is worse than if the wheel fell off because an employee didnt inspect the cart, and put it where a customers safety was at risk( where all the carts are... View More

Mr. Garrett S. Handy
Mr. Garrett S. Handy
answered on Dec 24, 2019

A business owner is not responsible for all accidents/injuries that occur on their property. However, I think this is common assumption that a lot of people have. They assume that if they fall and get injured on someone else's property that the property owner is responsible to pay medical... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Nevada on
Q: I was injured in an accident involving a minor w/o a driver's license. I have learned he didnt have permission to drive

What are the laws relating to minors driving w/o permission, causing an accident, with over $40k in medical bills?

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Nov 6, 2019

You should get advice--and the services--of an attorney with the Nevada Trial Lawyers Assn in the county where the wreck happened--they give free consults. I'm assuming it's their fault--if its your fault, the fact that he wasn't licensed etc doesn't mean you collect if... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Products Liability for Nevada on
Q: Statute of Limitations

Does this hold true in all states?

In most states, there are several other methods by which the statute of limitations can be extended. ... So, if the statute of limitations in your state is three years, and the defendant was outside the state for two years after the accident, the statute... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jun 15, 2019

In your case I doubt it but why not contact an attorney handling a tobacco litigation case to see--you may be covered under a "class" of people when your state AG or some attorney filed a class action.

1 Answer | Asked in Copyright, Personal Injury and Internet Law for Nevada on
Q: What can I do if someone is sharing my explicit content that I've made, directly to their own underage community?

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Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta
answered on Feb 27, 2019

if the content is yours you can stop them to use it.

If they are using a platform like youtube you can get youtube to help stopping them.

It always helps to have a copyright registration.

Contact me if you need any consultations

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Consumer Law for Nevada on
Q: Is it legal to place a GPS tracking system on an RV rental without notifying or getting consent from the person renting
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jan 9, 2019

As it's their vehicle I believe they can put that equipment on it. Even if it wasn't it would be hard to prove damages.

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Nevada on
Q: My child was injured while on a nature walk. There was a sign that warned of dangers on the trail but nothing about the

the animal trap he stepped in. Can we still sue the owner for a dangerous condition?

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jan 9, 2019

Yes--that's an unantiicpated danger he should have warned of separately. Contact a member of the Nv. Trial Lawyers Assn for the county where it happened--they give free consults.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Nevada on
Q: If the DA's office decides to file a criminal charge against the drunk driver who hit my car, can I accept a settlement

offer or do I have to wait until the criminal verdict is handed down?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 4, 2019

I do not practice in Nevada and can't advise on the specifics of Nevada civil/criminal procedure, but your question hasn't been picked up in four weeks. As a general matter throughout the nation, the criminal prosecution is a separate action from the civil proceeding, resulting in injury... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Nevada on
Q: I got whiplash as a result of a rear-end accident. Can I sue for pain and suffering?
Eric  Day
Eric Day
answered on Oct 25, 2018

Yes, you will have to retain an attorney to file a complaint against the individual driving the other car. However, you will need to get the treatment needed as soon as possible and probably wait until treatment is done in order to know what the value of your case is before filing the Complaint.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Nevada on
Q: What duties do property owners have regarding ice/snow removal? I'm paranoid about someone getting injured at my home.
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 19, 2018

Most states provide that the homeowner has 24 hours after the snow stops to get rid of it. Talk to your insurance--make sure you have a) coverage and b) get their guidance.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Criminal Law, Personal Injury and Civil Litigation for Nevada on
Q: What is hotel security protocol and are they liable for damages in a shooting?

This concerns the hotel mass shooting oct 1 2017

Someone said

Service elevators are not protected by law. That’s a company policy and the only reason they are called service elevators is because they are generally larger in size, able to carry a heavier load, and keep the public... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 19, 2018

If anyone is sued by MGM grand I'll be happy to give them a free consult.

As to the question, status of elevators is not relevant.

Hotel security guards and management liable if they don't take appropriate steps. If the person is violent they are not required to put their...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Nevada on
Q: Insurance company that insures a driver without a driver's license, directly liable for her DUI?

An unlicensed driver who obtains insurance is then able to register her car and obtain valid plates. Doesn't this make the insurance company directly complicit in her DUI? Hoping the minimum coverage limit they are providing could be increased in such a manner?

Nevada Law requires a... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jun 29, 2018

No. But others may be liable. Why not contact a member of the Nv. Assn for Justice--they give free consults.

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Nevada on
Q: If my friend gets in an accident while driving my car, can he sue me for his injuries?
Eric  Day
Eric Day
answered on Jun 29, 2018

He himself would be the proximate cause of his injuries and could not recover from you individually for his injuries sustained in an accident while driving your car. He could, however, still recover from the insurance company of the driver at fault or from your insurance company if they have... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Landlord - Tenant and Wrongful Death for Nevada on
Q: Can an apartment complex be held responsible for injury sustained from a falling stove since it was not secured?
Eric  Day
Eric Day
answered on May 30, 2018

The apartment complex can be held responsible for an injury resulting from a fallen stove, it would just depend on a few factors. Was the stove installed negligently? Did the apartment complex have any other complaints of a similar nature? (Notice).

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Nevada on
Q: Should my son ask for more money if the person who hit him was drunk?
Eric  Day
Eric Day
answered on May 25, 2018

Whether or not the person was drunk would not typically matter when deciding the amount of the award to be given. By proving the driver was drunk, there will be less fighting over liability in this issue. But for damages, they are going to depend on the amount and expense of the treatment that... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Government Contracts for Nevada on
Q: I'd like to sue Barack Obama for giving 150 billion dollars of american tax payer dollars to Iran, without consent.

Since there are close to 250-300 million american workers that would bring my share to around 4.2 million dollars. I'd like to be compensated, since this was done without consent. Is there a lawyer who will take my case?

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Mar 13, 2018

No. If there had been I'm sure it would have been done. There are a number of reasons way too long for me to give you.

Consider a similar thought--can someone sue the Congress for giving over a trillion dollars in tax breaks to wealthy people? No, that's what they do.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Nevada on
Q: Haven't efest slim K2 charger caught on fire do I have any legal Stand

Also burnt me and burnt a hole in the carpet in my apartment

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Dec 19, 2017

small one for small claims.unless burn sever. Why not speak with a member of the Nv Assnfor Justice--they give free consults.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Nevada on
Q: I got hit by a car with what seems minimal injuries. What is the lowest compensation I can get.

I was walking in a cross walk and was hit.

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Dec 12, 2017

Depends on your injuries and what the records say. However pedestrian run down cases can have severe consequences over time and you really should consult a member of the Nv. Trial Lawyers Assn--they give free consults.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Personal Injury and Consumer Law for Nevada on
Q: If a person gets ran over by a hit and run driver while they are walking thru a Walmart parkinglot who pays the damages

Nevada,

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Nov 11, 2017

Your uninsured motorist if you have it. Why not contact a member of the Nv.Assn for Justice? They give free consultations.

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