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Nevada Car Accident Compensation Laws<\/h1>\n
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\n By Christie Nicholson, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by FindLaw Staff<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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People get in car accidents every day in Nevada<\/a>. The good news is that most motor vehicle accidents don’t result in personal injury. If you’re in a fender-bender, you’ll likely only have to deal with property damage.<\/p>\r\n

You may have a potential personal injury claim<\/a> if you’re a car accident victim. It depends on several factors, including the nature and extent of your bodily injuries. It also depends on whether your car accident attorney can prove fault. Usually, your car accident lawyer will negotiate a settlement<\/a> with the car insurance company. If not, you may have to sue the at-fault driver for damages.<\/p>\r\n

Here, we’ll explain Nevada’s car accident laws and how they impact your right to compensation. If you still have questions about your car accident case, contact a skilled personal injury lawyer<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

Nevada Car Accident Compensation Laws at a Glance<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

Below is a table outlining Nevada’s car accident compensation laws, including limits on damages and the statute of limitations.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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Limits on damages<\/th>\r\n
Other limits<\/th>\r\n

Nevada follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which states that plaintiffs can still collect damages, even if they\u2019re partly at fault. Under this rule, you can only pursue damages if you\u2019re less than 50% at fault. The court will reduce your damages by your percentage of fault (N.R.S. \u00a7 41.141<\/a>).<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n

Note: State laws are subject to change through new legislation, higher court rulings, ballot initiatives, and other means. While we strive to provide the most current information, consult an attorney or conduct legal research to verify your state’s laws.<\/i><\/p>\r\n

Types of Damages in Nevada<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

The reason you file a car accident claim is so you can collect damages<\/a>. If you suffer injuries in your auto accident, you may have a legal claim. When you file your auto insurance claim, you’ll demand compensation for your out-of-pocket losses.<\/p>\r\n

You won’t have to take further action if the insurance adjuster pays your claim. But you’ll have to sue if your insurance coverage doesn’t pay your entire claim or the insurance company denies your claim<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

In your car accident lawsuit, your personal injury attorney will demand some or all of the following types of damages<\/a>:<\/p>\r\n