John Lanza was hurt in a motor vehicle accident. He settled with the underlying tortfeasor and brought suit against his UIM carrier Progressive Direct. One issue was whether he would be allowed to claim future damages based upon headaches, neck pain and back pain. He wanted to recover for the future care he received. He […]
Damages For Future Medical Care Based On Subjective Injuries Requires Expert Support
Advice On Settling Wrongful Death Claims in Nevada In January 2017 “Nevada Lawyer”
Mike Mills’ article on Settling Wrongful Death Claims in Nevada appeared in the January 2017 issue of the Nevada Lawyer magazine. Mike was honored to join other legal scholars who covered important topics on Personal Injury Law in Nevada. Check out Mike’s advice HERE. If you need additional information on this topic, please don’t hesitate to […]
Collateral Source Is Still Good Law Despite Tri-County Equipment Decision
Following the California case of Howell v. Hamilton Meats & Provisions, Inc., 52 Cal. 4th 541, 257 P.3d 81, 128 CalRptr. 3d 658 (2011), the Nevada Law Blogs began wondering if Nevada would follow California’s lead and prohibit Plaintiff’s attorneys from introducing evidence of any medical bills that had been partially or totally forgiven by Plaintiff’s medical provider. […]
California Court Clarifies Confusion Post-Howell
Ever since the California Supreme Court decided Howell v. Hamilton Meats & Provisions, Inc., 52 Cal 4th 541 (2013), California’s lower courts have been dealing with the billed vs. paid issue. The opinion of Corenbaum v. Lampkin, 214 Cal.App.4th 1308 (2013) is an example. An intoxicated Lampkin drove his car and hit the taxi in […]
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