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Clark County Has One of the Highest Crash Rates in the Country

From 2017–2021, Clark County recorded 981 fatal crashes, representing 64% of Nevada’s total fatal crashes during that period. (Nevada DOT) Las Vegas sees more than 20,000 reported collisions every year — roughly 56 per day. Clark County consistently records among the highest traffic fatality totals in Nevada. These are not abstract numbers. Each one represents a family whose life changed in seconds.

After a crash, insurance adjusters contact you fast — sometimes before you've left the hospital. They are trained to close claims quickly and cheaply. They will ask leading questions, seek recorded statements, and use your own words to minimize your payout. Nevada's modified comparative negligence law means even a small admission of fault can significantly reduce your recovery. An attorney from day one changes that entirely.

What to Do After a Car Accident

1. Call 911 and get medical attention — adrenaline masks serious injuries. Document everything at the scene: vehicles, road conditions, signals, and your injuries.
2. Exchange information and gather evidence — get the other driver's insurance, license plate, and contact information. Get witness names and numbers.
3. File a Nevada DMV accident report within 10 days if there were injuries or property damage exceeding $750. Failure to report can create legal complications.
4. Do not give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurer — you are not required to, and anything you say will be used to minimize your claim.
5. Contact Sellouk Law immediately — the sooner we are involved, the sooner evidence is preserved. Black box data, surveillance footage, and witness recollections all degrade fast.

Common Causes of Crashes in Las Vegas

• Distracted driving — cell phone use, in-vehicle systems, and passenger interaction
• Impaired driving — a leading cause of fatal crashes in Nevada
• Speeding — especially on I-15 and US-95
• Running red lights and failure to yield
• Unfamiliar drivers — tourists navigating an unfamiliar road system contribute to intersection crashes
• Aggressive driving and tailgating

Common Injuries We Handle

• Whiplash and soft tissue damage
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
• Spinal cord injuries and herniated discs
• Broken and fractured bones
• Internal organ damage
• Scarring and permanent disfigurement
• Wrongful death

Nevada Law: What You Need to Know

Nevada is an at-fault state: The driver who caused the crash is responsible for the other party's damages, typically through their liability insurance. Nevada requires minimum coverage of $25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident for bodily injury, and $20,000 for property damage — but an estimated 10–15% of Nevada drivers carry no insurance at all.

Statute of limitations: You have 2 years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit. In most cases, missing this deadline permanently bars your right to recover.

Comparative negligence: Nevada follows modified comparative negligence under NRS 41.141. In car accident cases, insurers immediately look for evidence that you were speeding, following too closely, distracted by your phone, or failed to yield. Even if those arguments have some basis, you can still recover as long as your fault is 50% or less — your award is reduced proportionally by your share.

Recoverable damages: Medical bills, future treatment, lost wages, lost earning capacity, property damage, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and punitive damages in cases of extreme negligence or DUI.