Personal injury cases in Las Vegas typically resolve within 6 to 30 months, depending on complexity, court schedules, and whether the case settles or proceeds to trial.
Las Vegas Court Backlog
Estimated active personal injury case backlog ranges from 200 to 700 cases, reflecting court workload and ongoing filings.
Personal Injury Las Vegas Filing Volume
Public data suggests 80 to 180 new personal injury cases are filed monthly in Las Vegas, varying by season and local factors.
Personal Injury Case Outcomes
Approximately 60% of cases settle before litigation, 25% after filing, and about 10% succeed at trial, based on industry surveys and court outcomes.
Practice Areas: Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Products Liability, Professional Malpractice, Personal Injury, Personal Injury, Personal Injury
Eric Blank focuses his practice on representing plaintiffs in personal injury and workers’ compensation actions. Before opening his current practice representing plaintiffs, he worked in insurance defense, defending insurance companies against claims asserted by plaintiffs. This experience provides Mr. Blank with unique insight into how insurance companies evaluate various types of claims and the strategies they employ to defend them. He also gained extensive business experience acting as general counsel for local NBC and Fox affiliates.. Mr. Blank decided to pursue a more fulfilling career, and shifted his practice to the exclusive representation of individual plaintiffs against insurance companies and corporations. Since transitioning his practice to the representation of plaintiffs, Mr. Blank has obtained millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts on behalf of his clients. More importantly, he has achieved a level of satisfaction in helping others that he was never able to achieve when he represented insurance companies and corporations.. Mr. Blank is committed to assisting people with legal problems, previously hosting a radio show where listeners could call in and have their basic legal questions answered. He derives great personal satisfaction in helping clients obtain the recovery they are entitled to receive.. Outside the practice of law, Mr. Blank is heavily involved in the community. He was voted Man of the Year by the Southern Nevada Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and he enjoys spending time volunteering at the Jewish Federation of Las Vegas. Mr. Blank has also published the inspirational illustrated book The Success of Robert Fitzgibbons, in which he encourages readers to listen to their hearts, work hard, and follow their dreams. He uses these philosophies in his practice of law as he assists people who are experiencing difficult times in their lives.
Eric Palacios has practiced law in Nevada since 1999. He founded Eric Palacios & Associates in 2004. Eric’s goal is to help hard-working families in Las Vegas fight for justice and resolve their legal problems quickly and economically. Eric appreciates the value of hard work.. Prior to being an attorney he aspired to teach, working for the Clark County School District for 2 years, working with challenged students. Eric also worked in the hotel industry and as a real estate broker, while attending UNLV.. Eric Palacios applies an inspiring motto to his practice of law: treat each client as if they were his only client. With this approach, Eric Palacios, and his team of attorneys, take the time to understand your situation, answer your questions, explain your legal options and set realistic expectations. This allows us to resolve your case quickly and efficiently. Our attorneys have ample experience in their respective fields. In fact, our attorneys are in court, fighting for our clients, an average of 50 times per week! (conducting trials, hearings and administrative proceedings). Most law firms can’t say the same, and don’t have our experience. We strive to put our clients’ needs first. Our winning results have led to a reputation of competence and assertiveness amongst our colleagues and clients. We pride ourselves in that more than 40% of new clients are referred to us by past clients. We are deeply honored to serve the Las Vegas Metropolitan community. We have represented over 30,000 clients and look forward to fighting for our clients’ rights for many years to come
Attorney licensed to practice before all courts in the state of Nevada.. My practice focuses on civil litigation defense, primarily in the areas of personal injury, wrongful death, premises liability, and products liability.. Our firm represents Nationwide, Farmers, Travelers, State Farm, WinCo, Circle K, and other large insurance, retail, hotel, and transportation companies.. If I can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me at:
9900 Covington Cross Drive , Las Vegas , Nevada 89144
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Oronoz & Ericsson, LLC serves clients seeking criminal defense and personal injury representation. The attorneys at our law firm have earned a reputation as the top personal injury and criminal defense attorneys around.. When you are faced with a potentially life-altering situation, it's important to think critically and carefully review every single legal option before you. The support and guidance of a dedicated Las Vegas attorney can prove an asset in helping you overcome your criminal charges or receive compensation after an accident.. James "Jim" Oronoz is a Martindale-Hubbell® AV rated (Preeminent in Personal Injury and Criminal Defense), Las Vegas personal injury lawyer and criminal defense attorney with nearly over 15 years of experience successfully fighting for the rights of his clients in Las Vegas courtrooms. He understands the serious short-term and long-term implications of injuries on accident survivors. This is why he fights for the most favorable outcomes that provide exceptional compensation for his clients, against the largest and well-represented insurance companies.. Mr. Oronoz's experience as a Las Vegas courtroom veteran allows him to defend the rights and fight for compensation on behalf of clients in a wide variety of areas. This includes accidents involving premises liability, child injury, tourist injuries, product liability, construction accidents, and wrongful death, among others. Every client receives the highest levels of personal attention during these troubled times.. As an experienced personal injury lawyer, Jim works with individuals and families who have been injured due to a driver's negligence. He is experienced in representing cases of auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, 18-wheeler truck accidents, pedestrian accidents, taxicab accidents, bicycle accidents, and others. Mr. Oronoz uses his keen attention to detail and proactively builds a case on behalf of his clients. When confronting an insurance company more concerned about its bottom line, presenting a solid case initially can go a long way towards minimizing the impact of a lengthy trial. Realizing that most cases are won because of painstaking pre-trial preparation, Jim is committed to leaving no stone unturned in the preparation of your case. Rest assured, by the time your case gets to trial, everything will have been done to maximize the strengths of your case.. If you or a loved one have been injured in an accident, contact Jim Oronoz of Oronoz & Ericsson, LLC today. Your initial consultation is free and you do not pay a single attorney fee unless a financial recovery is made on your behalf. When you have lost so much, it's important to work with a Clark County attorney who possesses both the experience and drive to fight for your future.
Jakub is the founder of The Medrala Law Firm, PLLC. Jakub combines pragmatism, knowledge and dedication to deliver innovative, cost-efficient, and extremely effective solutions for his clients.. Being Jakub’s client means having someone who will take care of your problems and just make it happen.. Jakub is willing to go the extra mile for his clients and not afraid to fight the powerful if they do not give his clients what is owed. Also, Jakub is a realist. If you do not have a case, he will not sugarcoat it to string you along. He will tell you what you need to hear. His passion, creativity, and realistic outlook on every case is what sets him apart.. Jakub represents businesses and individuals in matters primarily related to all aspects of personal injury, business law, civil litigation, real estate law, employment law, and legal malpractice.. While business law and litigation are his specialties, his passion lies in helping personal injury victims in vindicating their rights against large insurance companies.. Jakub is admitted to the California and Nevada State Bars and multiple jurisdictions throughout the United States. He routinely serves as an arbitrator in the court-annexed arbitration program in the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada and has successfully served as a mediator in many private disputes.. Jakub’s legal career began in Kraków, Poland, where he obtained his first law degree. In 2006, he decided to challenge his legal skills on American soil. He is living proof that the American dream is still alive and attainable. Within a few years of his arrival, he mastered English, graduated from law school, and founded a successful and well-known law firm in Nevada. There is one English word that Jakub still does not understand: “impossible.” He brings the same perseverance and dedication to fighting for his clients as he employed to become one of the finest attorneys in Nevada.. Jakub regularly speaks at conferences, seminars, and training sessions on topics related to law and business. He is the recipient of multiple industry awards and is widely regarded as one of the most effective attorneys in the plaintiff’s bar.
Jack joined the litigation team at Eglet Prince in 2016, and practices catastrophic personal injury law. He has been recognized as one of Nevada’s “Legal Elite” and “Best Up and Coming” by the Nevada Business Press, a “Rising Star” by the Mountain States Super Lawyers publication, and a “Top 10 Under 40” personal injury attorney in Nevada by the National Association of Personal Injury Attorneys (NAOPIA). Prior to joining Eglet Prince, Jack was a business litigator for one of Nevada’s oldest law firms, and before then served as insurance defense counsel for a national law firm. During law school, Jack worked under the tutelage of one of Nevada’s most accomplished trial lawyers. He is licensed to practice in all Nevada state and federal courts, as well as in Washington state courts and the United States Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.. Jack has resided in Las Vegas for more than 30 years, and graduated from Bonanza High School. He remained in Las Vegas to complete his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in accounting at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas (UNLV). From there, Jack began law school at the University of Denver – Sturm College of Law before finishing his Juris Doctorate degree at UNLV’s William S. Boyd School of Law. Jack is a member of the Nevada Justice Association (NJA) and Clark County Bar Associations. He is also a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the State of Colorado.. In his spare time, Jack enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. Jack also enjoys golfing, watching and attending sporting events, and training for his next Ironman triathlon when time permits.
Heather E. Harris is a Partner with Harris & Harris Lawyers. Heather was born, raised, and educated in California, but has made Southern Nevada her home.Heather was raised in Northern California and graduated from Lodi High School in 1993. In 1997, Heather completed her undergraduate education early and received a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies, with honors, from the University of California Santa Barbara. As a result of her academic achievements, Heather was awarded a scholarship and chose to attend the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law. Initially, Heather planned to focus her legal career on environmental law, but that changed after working at an on-campus legal clinic helping indigent clients. As a result of her experience, Heather developed a new plan for her career: helping injured people.In 2008, Heather and partner Brian K. Harris formed their current firm, Harris & Harris Lawyers. Since the beginning of Harris & Harris Lawyers, Heather has been exclusively committed to representing injured victims. She meets with her clients personally and they know she is working every day to get the results they need and deserve.Heather has successfully litigated hundreds of cases in Nevada. She is an active member of the State Bar of Nevada, the American Bar Association, the Clark County Bar Association, and is a sustaining member of the Nevada Justice Association. She is also a sustaining member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum; an organization which recognizes trial lawyers throughout the United States who have achieved Multi-Million Dollar verdicts and settlements. Recently, Heather was also recognized for her consistent successful results by being named one of the Top 40 Lawyers under 40 in Nevada. She has also served as a Member of the Board for Neighborhood Housing Services of Southern Nevada, an organization that assists low-income families find housing. Heather has made numerous television and media appearances to promote safety awareness and provide legal tips to the Southern Nevada community.Heather loves being a trial lawyer. As she learned early on, Heather believes there is truly no satisfaction like winning for an injured person who needs her help. She states, “as a trial lawyer, there is no greater feeling of success than when clients thank me for standing up for them and getting their lives back. That is my goal every time. I will always stand up for injured victims.”
Glenn co-founded the law firm of Aaron & Paternoster, Ltd. After 15 years of leading the personal injury litigation department of that firm, Glenn founded Paternoster Law Group utilizing his years of experience to exclusively represent injured victims against insurance companies.. Glenn became an Advocate of Trial Advocacy with ATLA (Now American Association for Justice) in 2002, is a member of the American Association for Justice, the Nevada Justice Association and the Million Dollar Advocates forum. He is also a Colleague of the Nevada Law Foundation. He is a member of America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators and a member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100. He is designated an Advocate by the National Institute for Trial Advocacy and a Graduate of Trial Lawyers College founded by famed trial lawyer Gerry Spence. He focuses on representing victims of injury accidents and wrongful death and bad faith insurance practices. He regularly obtains 7-figure and occasional 8-figure results for his personal injury clients.
I have been a licensed attorney since 1993. In 1998, I opened my own practice in Las Vegas, Nevada focusing in the personal injury, criminal represenation and business representation. Throughout my carreer I have helped thousands of people with their legal problems. My firm, Trachtman Law LLC, was formed with the goal of merging the best possible customer service with the best possible representation. Whether your matter is civil or criminal, if you need representation, Trachtman Law LLC can help. I have sat as a Justice Court Referee and as an Alternate Judge for the Municipal Court. I currently sit as an Arbitrator for the Eight Judicial District Court.
3885 S Decatur Blvd Suite 2100 , Las Vegas , Nevada 89103
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
The Law Office of Ernest A Buche Jr offers expert legal services to the residents of the Las Vegas, Nevada area. Mr. Buche has years of legal experience and continues to successfully fight and win legal cases in the Las Vegas area. The Law Office of Ernest A Buche Jr is always available throughout your case to explain the legal process and help you make important legal decisions. If you or someone you know has been involved in an accident feel free to call my office for a consultation.
Eric Woods moved to Las Vegas from Northern California in 1981. He has been practicing law in Clark County since 1982. Mr. Woods is a graduate of the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law receiving his J.D. in 1981. He was admitted to the California Bar in 1981 and remains an active member. He has been a member of the State Bar of Nevada since 1982.
One of "The Top 10 Attorneys, under the age of 40" by "The National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys". Eric Roy is the owner and lead attorney of the Eric Roy Law Firm. Eric graduated from the Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada in Las Vegas. During law school, he externed for Roger Hunt, the Chief Federal Judge for the District of Nevada and for United States Senator Harry Reid. Eric has handled hundreds of cases across Clark County. He has gained valuable legal experience working with some of the brightest trial lawyers in the nation. Eric is committed to being an outstanding advocate to his clients and to the community.
5785 Centennial Center Blvd. , Las Vegas , Nevada 89149
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
I dedicate nearly all of my practice to representing victims who are injured due to someone else's negligence. Formerly in my career, I represented the insurance companies and defended against injury claims at one of Nevada's largest defense firms. This former experience provided me with the skills necessary to advocate for the injured and has given me a unique perspective that allows me to efficiently work with insurance companies and their attorneys.
1091 South Cimarron Road , Las Vegas , Nevada 89145
Practice Areas: Business Law, Entertainment Law, Employment Law, Litigation, Personal Injury, Real Estate, Arbitrator, Auto Accidents, Trucking Accidents, Slip and Fall, Bicycle Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Commercial Leasing, Easements, Business Planning, Business Litigation, Wage and Hour Law, American Disability, Sexual Harassment, Discrimination, Whistleblower Litigation
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