CAR ACCIDENTSAt Medrala | Rivera, Injury Attorneys, we are aware that a car accident can have a financial, physical, and emotional impact that can be overwhelming for you and your loved ones. As such, we will work with you to understand the unique circumstances surrounding your claim to ensure that you get back on your feet. Specifically, we will get you alternative transportation if you are without your vehicle and the best medical care for your injuries.
Further, insurance companies are focused on depriving you of fair compensation for your vehicle and your injuries. Therefore, we will utilize our extensive background specializing in personal injury claims to make sure that you are not only protected against insurance companies, but that your rights are vindicated so that you can be made whole. In other words, we will work tirelessly and aggresively to secure you the compensation that you deserve. |
PEDESTRIAN & BICYCLE ACCIDENTSPedestrian and bicycle accidents in Las Vegas are on the rise. Unfortunately, this is due to the increasing prevalence of distracted driving, where the primary culprit is smartphone usage by drivers.
Understandably, pedestrian and bicycle accidents can be devastating for its victims, leaving them more likely to suffer from severe injury or even death. Indeed, pedestrians and bicyclists do not have the same level of protection offered by a vehicle. As such, any impact can have catastrophic effects that may require substantial and long-term medical care. Due to the extensive medical treatment that may be required, it is very important that victims of pedestrian and bicycle accident are advised properly of their rights to compensation. At Medrala | Rivera, Injury Attorneys, we specialize in personal injury law, which makes us uniquely situated to handle all of the nuances that come with pursuing this particular area of personal injury. As such, we will advise you of your options with respect to medical care and will ensure that your compensation from the insurance companies reflects an amount that is fair and reasonsable. |
DRUNK DRIVING ACCIDENTSAlcohol related injuries and deaths are traumatic and devastating. Unfortunately, they are an all-too-common occurrence in the Las Vegas valley – especially around the Strip. Under the law of Nevada, it is illegal to operate a vehicle with a BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) of .08 grams or higher, and this is regarded as driving “under the influence”.
When a driver is under the influence, he or she puts everyone on the road at risk of significant harm. If you are involved in a car accident involving a drunk driver, contact Medrala | Rivera, Injury Attorneys for a consultation. Our attorneys have the expertise necessary to address the factual and legal issues associated with pursuing claims against a drunk driver. |
TRUCK ACCIDENTSOn average every day in America, there are 11 fatal truck accidents, killing nearly 4,000 people each year. Additionally, thousands of people are seriously injured in accidents involving commercial trucks. Due to the substantial size of a commercial vehicle, the damages are more significant than those suffered by occupants of standard vehicles.
Devastating injuries sustained in truck crashes can result in substantial medical expenses; therefore, it is critical to speak to an expert immediately who will aggressively protect your interests and help you obtain the compensation you deserve. |
MOTORCYLE ACCIDENTSUnderstandably, motorcyclists are more vulnerable on the road and are more likely to be injured or killed than car occupants. In fact, motorcyclists are 35 times more likely to be involved in a fatal accident than a person inside of a motor vehicle.
Even if the accident involving a motorcyclist does not led to death, the likelihood of severe injury is very high. Indeed, motorcyclists suffer from not only neck, back, and spine injuries (injuries that are normally associated with passengers in a motor vehicle), but they also suffer from traumatic brain injuries, biker’s arm or biker’s elbow, road rash, and leg, knee, ankle, or foot injuries. Based on this, it is important to have an attorney that has the experience to handle the complexities that exist with motorcycle accident claims. |
TAXICAB, UBER, LYFT, & OTHER ACCIDENTS
Las Vegas has tourist and visitors that require transportation. With approximately 16 local taxicab companies serving the Las Vegas area, the streets become congested with taxicabs. Further, a large number of these vehicles belong to operators of rideshare arrangements, such as Uber or Lyft.
We help the victims who suffer because of the negligent actions or carelessness of a taxicab, Uber, or Lyftdriver. As the victim of such an accident, you can claim compensation for your loss and suffering. If you have been injured in a taxicab, Uber, or Lyft accident, Medrala | Rivera, Injury Attorneys will work to obtain compensation for you. Our firm is experienced and knowledgeable, and we always seek to maximize the compensation our clients receive. |
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We are located in Las Vegas; however, our firm serves clients throughout the state of Nevada, as well as California. |