In this episode of Behind the Neon Lights: Understanding Personal Injury Law in Las Vegas and Beyond, host Kevin Rosenquist sits down with Evan Simonson of Clark Law Group to discuss slip and fall cases. They break down common causes, property owner liability, key steps for victims, and how negligence is proven in court. Evan also shares insights into the challenges of these cases, the importance of incident reports, and how comparative fault laws impact settlements in Nevada.
Timestamps- 0:00 – Welcome to Behind the Neon Lights
- 0:03 – Introduction to personal injury law and Clark Law Group
- 0:35 – Most common causes of slip and fall accidents in Las Vegas
- 1:38 – Property owner liability and duty of care
- 2:50 – What victims need to do to prove negligence
- 3:53 – Common challenges in trip and fall cases
- 4:44 – Overcoming the "common sense" defense in slip and fall claims
- 6:13 – Key evidence in proving negligence and injury severity
- 8:51 – The role of hazardous conditions and weather in liability
- 10:28 – How property owners recognize and address dangerous conditions
- 10:57 – The role of reasonableness in jury decisions
- 12:11 – Understanding Nevada’s comparative fault rule
- 13:50 – Real-life case example: When a "slippery when wet" sign is present
Behind the Neon Lights: Understanding Personal Injury Law in Las Vegas and Beyond explores legal issues affecting residents and visitors in Las Vegas. Hosted by Kevin Rosenquist and featuring legal experts like Evan Simonson, the show covers personal injury cases, legal strategies, and real-life examples to help listeners understand their rights and options.
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