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.
You’ll be happy to know that Peters and Associates is a full-service law firm. Experienced attorneys specialize in one thing: Customer Service. Our attorneys are consistently named among the best lawyers in Las Vegas*.. In most personal injury (car accident) cases, any attorney can get a result. At Peters and Associates, we get great results and our clients get paid quickly. In addition, our dedication to customer service is constantly recognized by external rating organizations and most P and A clients would be happy sending their friends and family to our firm for help with their cases. In fact, nearly a third of our clients heard about our law firm from someone they knew that used us and was very happy with their results.
Kristina L. Black is an Associate Attorney with The Schnitzer Law Firm. Kristina grew up in Corpus Christi, Texas. She graduated from the University of Houston in 2000 with a degree in Political Science and minors in Political Theory and French. She went on to attend South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas and obtained her law degree in 2003.. Kristina moved to Nevada in 2004 to work for Fidelity National Title. She worked in the title and escrow business for 17 years facilitating both residential and commercial real estate transactions nationally. During her tenure with Fidelity National Title, she took the Nevada Bar Exam to obtain her license to practice law in Nevada and the United States District Court for the District of Nevada in 2012 and began her pro bono work with the Child’s Advocacy Program (CAP) through the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada representing children in Abuse and Neglect Cases.. Kristina’s work with CAP inspired her to enter the field of Family Law as an Associate Attorney. She assisted clients in all aspects of Family Law from divorce and custody to adoption and guardianship. She was promoted to Managing Attorney after her first year with the firm. She successfully litigated dozens of cases and helped hundreds of clients reach a successful resolution to their family law cases.. Kristina joined The Schnitzer Law Firm in 2023 and found her passion for helping injured clients navigate the legal process to get the compensation they deserve. Kristina assists clients in all aspects of pre-litigation, settlement, arbitration, mediation, and trial.. Kristina is a PADI Divemaster and enjoys traveling around the world to the most distant islands to Scuba dive. She has a Certification of Expertise from Cornell University in Shark Global Biodiversity, Biology and Conservation. If she is not advocating for her clients or underwater, she is spending time with her beloved dogs, Pete and Otis.. BAR ADMISSIONS: NEVADA and UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF NEVADA (2012)
After graduating cum laude from Oklahoma City University School of Law in 1994, Laura Hunt went to work for one of the leading insurance companies in the nation. By the time she decided to open her own law firm in 2003, she was lead attorney in that office in charge of ten lawyers and thousands of cases in the Las Vegas valley. She decided to open her own firm because she realized that the average person was not receiving adequate representation, and that the insurance companies were using their power and wealth to undervalue the injuries and property damage sustained by those people. Since then, Laura has gone on to help her clients obtain millions of dollars in personal injury cases by battling the insurance companies at their own game.
Attorney Lane S. Kay has practiced law for over 30 years representing exclusively personal injury victims. He does not advertise in the Yellow Pages, on billboards, or on T.V. He relies on good old fashioned "Word of Mouth" for all his business. He will personally handle the case from start to finish to make sure the client is happy with the process and the outcome. A satisfied client is more likely to refer their friends, family, and co-workers for all of their personal injury needs.
6480 W. Spring Mountain Rd. , Las Vegas , Nevada 89146
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Attorney Kyle R. Tatum chose a career practicing law due to his close ties to the Hispanic community and his awareness at the disservice and injustice that was taking place to the immigrant population in the United States. Kyle wanted to make sure that citizens and non-citizens alike were treated with fairness and respect in the workplace and given an opportunity to see the best of what our country has to offer.. Kyle’s interests are in the fields of immigration, employment law and personal injury.. Kyle is affiliated and volunteers for the Boy Scouts of America and has been a Troop Leader for both English and Spanish scout troops in two states since 2007. Kyle currently volunteers as a merit badge counselor and accompanies troops as needed on activities.. Kyle is a Member of the Latino Bar Association.. Brigham Young University – BA History. University of Arkansas Little Rock – JD. Kyle was awarded scholarships for academic achievement throughout his law school career.. During law school he was accepted into various limited entry programs that focused on international law. Kyle participated in an international business law program which focused on trade in the European Union and international litigation in the summer of 2011 in Rome, Italy.. In the summer of 2012, Kyle completed another international law program in Guanajuato Mexico which focused on international trade agreements, the Hague convention, and international contract law. Upon completion of the program he applied for and was accepted to an internship with the President of the State Supreme Court of Guanajuato. While there he assisted both judges and attorneys with an understanding of American criminal procedure while they transferred their criminal trial process from a written brief, to oral trial process, similar to US criminal procedure.. During his final year of law school Kyle was accepted into a competitive internship with the Honorable Judge D. Price Marshall of the Eighth Circuit District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas.. Kyle also won an award for best oral argument in his trial advocacy class.. Fluent in Spanish. State of Nevada
I approach every case with relentless dedication and the same compassion I would show my own family. While I have recovered more than $80 million for my clients, what truly sets me apart is not just the results—it’s the way I practice law. At The Cottner Firm, every client has an open line of communication directly with me. You will never be passed off to a paralegal or non-attorney case manager, because I believe your case deserves my personal attention from start to finish. Every client receives my personal cell phone number and is encouraged to reach out anytime with questions or concerns.. I have always believed that keeping my finger on the pulse of every case and going the extra mile is what separates a good recovery from a great recovery. And why would you ever settle for anything less than great? When you work with me, you don’t just get an attorney—you get a dedicated advocate who will fight for you, keep you informed, and treat you with the respect, honesty, and compassion you deserve.
4484 South Pecos Road Suite 145 , Las Vegas , Nevada 89121
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Kristie Fischer is an experienced civil litigation attorney, licensed in Nevada and Minnesota, with a reputation for excellence in trial advocacy. She earned her Juris Doctorate from the William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, in 2009, graduating in the top 15% of her class. While in law school, Ms. Fischer competed nationally as part of the Society of Advocates moot court team and earned the CALI award for her outstanding performance in Persuasive Legal Writing. Over the course of her career, she has successfully litigated hundreds of civil matters and has been recognized for her courtroom achievements, including being named one of Nevada’s Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff Attorneys by the National Trial Lawyers Association in 2018. Ms. Fischer has also contributed to the legal profession as an author for the Nevada Pattern Jury Instructions and the Nevada Civil Practice Manual. Outside of her legal practice, she enjoys traveling with her family and spending time outdoors.
Firm: Battle Born Injury Lawyers - Las Vegas Office
10789 W. Twain Avenue , Las Vegas , Nevada 89135
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Justin L. Watkins is a managing partner at Atkinson Watkins & Hoffmann LLP, DBA. Battle Born Injury Lawyers, a Las Vegas personal injury law firm. The firm handles all types of personal injury cases, including those involving motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, pedestrian accidents, dog bites, workplace accidents, and more.. The attorneys at Battle Born Injury Lawyers have recovered over $100 million for injury victims throughout Nevada, and Justin and his team have more than 85 years of combined legal experience.. Justin has been continuously recognized for his dedication to his clients and the legal profession. He received the Avvo Clients’ Choice Award and has a perfect-10 Avvo rating. He’s been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers, a Mountain States Super Lawyer, and one of the top 150 lawyers in Southern Nevada by the Nevada Business Journal.. Justin is a Nevada native and cares about his community. In 2016, he was elected to the Nevada Assembly from District 35 and served on committees for Transportation, Judiciary, and Natural Resources. He also served as Chairman of the Board for the Nevada Conservation League.. When he’s not serving his clients or community, Justin lectures and provides materials related to his law practice and politics. Several organizations have used his materials, including the State Bar of Nevada, the National Business Institute, and the National Association of Residential Property Managers.. Justin earned his civil engineering degree from Oregon State University and his law degree from the University of San Diego. He’s an award-winning Las Vegas personal injury lawyer and is available to help after any type of accident in Nevada. Call Battle Born Injury Lawyers today to set up a free consultation and get the compensation you deserve.
Attorney Kimberly Valentin is a dedicated personal injury lawyer who has been a part of the talented team at De Castroverde Law Group since 2010. After graduating magna cum laude from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, she went on to earn her Juris Doctor degree from the William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV, and graduated in the top ten percent of her class.. Admitted to practice law by the Nevada State Bar and the United States District Court, District of Nevada, Attorney Valentin focuses primarily on representing clients in personal injury cases. She understands the difficulties victims face after being harmed in negligent accidents, and works tirelessly to help her clients obtain the fair compensation they deserve. She represents her clients’ rights and interests in the many areas of personal injury law, and can help you seek justice from the liable party. Visit the firm’s website today to learn how Attorney Kimberly Valentin’s caring and attentive legal counsel can benefit your case!
3175 E Warm Springs Rd., Ste. 110 , Las Vegas , Nevada 89120
Practice Areas: Car Accident, Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Car Accidents, Car Accidents
Ms. Welch is a former insurance defense attorney, who now thrives on fighting for the rights of victims of the negligence of others regarding personal injury and truck and auto accidents. She also helps her clients get back on their feet, financially, with her bankruptcy services.
5440 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 206 , Las Vegas , Nevada 89146
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
I graduated from the University of Utah in 1993 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and attended the University Of San Diego School Of Law where I received a Juris Doctorate in 1995.. I practice actively in Nevada and California and am admitted to practice before all state courts in Nevada and California and the United States District Court, District of Nevada and the Central District of California.. I practice in the areas of personal injury, automobile accidents, slip and fall, premises liability, product liability, social security disability, consumer rights, construction law and commercial landlord/tenant law. I have tried many cases in California and Nevada with excellent results. My jury trials have involved automobile accidents, slip and fall cases, complex construction litigation, commercial landlord/tenant, premises liability, general negligence and products liability.. I am fluent in Danish having attended high school in Nykobing, Denmark and enjoy waterskiing, wakeboarding and snow skiing with my two daughters.
1815 Village Center Circle, Suite 140 , Las Vegas , Nevada 89134
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Mr. Hanratty obtained a degree in Chemistry with a minor in Biochemistry with honors from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in December 1997. After obtaining a scholarship in May 1998, Mr. Hanratty attended Whittier Law School in Costa Mesa, California. In May 2001, Mr. Hanratty obtained his Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree (Cum Laude) from Whittier Law School where he finished in the top 12% of his class of over 200 candidates. Mr. Hanratty also received Whittier Law School’s Intellectual Property Certificate for course work in the areas of Trademarks, Copyrights, Patents, and Trade Secrets.. Mr. Hanratty has been a member of the Nevada Bar and has practiced in Las Vegas, Nevada since October 2001. Mr. Hanratty initially worked for a Large Insurance Defense Firm where he concentrated on all aspects of civil litigation including catastrophic personal injury, real estate litigation, contract litigation, landlord/tenant disputes, evictions, and business/corporate/LLC disputes. It was during this time, Mr. Hanratty gained invaluable knowledge of the tactics of the insurance companies in defending personal injury lawsuits. Thereafter, Mr. Hanratty determined to represent those less fortunate individuals that are significantly injured due to the another parties negligence.. As a direct result in December 2003, Mr. Hanratty decided to focus his practice to represent persons injured in accidents including auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and falls, drunk driver collisions, wrongful death claims, uninsured/underinsured claims, pedestrian/automobile accidents, bike/automobile accidents, dog bites/dog attacks, defective products, truck accidents, and serious and catastrophic injuries.. Since his admission, Mr. Hanratty has represented only a select and limited number of clients at any given time in a diligent effort to provide each and every client the strongest, most aggressive, and best representation available. If you are looking for an attorney that will diligently work to provide you the strongest, most aggressive and best representation available, please contact our office located in the heart of Las Vegas for a free confidential consultation.
As a partner at Gallagher & Lipshutz, I represent whistleblowers prosecuting False Claims Act (qui tam) cases and corresponding retaliation claims involving fraud on government programs, with a focus on healthcare and PPP fraud. I also handle cases involving kickbacks, SEC and IRS fraud. I run disciplined investigations, translate insider knowledge and evidence into thoroughly developed cases, and coordinate with the Department of Justice, U.S. Attorneys’ Offices, and state Attorney Generals. My earlier work in personal injury and criminal defense sharpened my litigation strategies and trial tactics.
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