Fiery Crash Kills 1, Injures 4 in Summerlin

Fox Five Las Vegas reports that two trucks have been involved in a fiery auto accident that claimed one life and sent several others to the hospital. The full article is available here. The details of the accident have yet to be released but the article indicates the vehicles involved may have been related to a landscaping business. Reports indicate that the injured were taken to University Medical Center for treatment. No names have been released at this time, but our hearts go out those who were involved and their families. 

If you or a loved one have been injured, you may be entitled to compensation. Please do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc today.  The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We serve clients from all socioeconomic segments of our community and we will fight to ensure that you receive compensation for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a consultation.  Any delay could negatively affect your legal rights.  You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702) 750-9139 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc.

Save the Wranglers

Most people who know me are aware that I am a lifelong hockey fan. I was born and raised in Alaska where I often compare hockey’s popularity to football’s popularity in Texas. I am also a fan, season ticket holder and supporter of the Las Vegas Wranglers semi-pro hockey team (notwithstanding my continued support of my hometown team and Wranglers rival, the Alaska Aces). As many of you also know, the Las Vegas Wranglers are in trouble.

In late December of 2013 Boyd Gaming, owners of the Orleans Arena which has been the Wranglers home for eleven seasons, announced that they had failed to reach an agreement to extend the team’s contract for the 2014-2015 season. Representatives for the Wranglers claim that Boyd never entered into meaningful negotiations and that they simply refused to extend the contract or negotiate a new deal. Regardless, the failure to reach an agreement with the Orleans is a serious problem given the lack of suitable venues in the Las Vegas area.  Quite simply, there aren’t enough ice rinks in the valley capable of supporting a team like the Wranglers and its thousands of home game attendees. 

This dispute is a much bigger problem than simply losing their venue. The East Coast Hockey League (ECHL), in which the Wranglers play, requires that the teams have a contract with a home venue by no later than January 20, 2014. If the Wranglers fail to secure a contract with a local venue that is suitable for a team of their size the team will not be able to play in the ECHL next year, effectively killing the team in Las Vegas. The team will either be forced to move to a new city or fold. Clearly this is a serious problem for the Wranglers, its fans, employees and their families.

Losing the Wranglers will be a significant loss for our community. The Wranglers provide the only opportunity for fans to watch live professional hockey in Las Vegas. Many of these fans have been season ticket holders with the team for years and dozens of local businesses (including my own) have longstanding advertising agreements with the team. Losing the Wranglers will end those relationships and business that they bring in, not to mention the personal relationships between the fans. For me losing the team means losing an opportunity to share a part of my childhood with my children. I grew up watching the University of Alaska Anchorage hockey team and later the Anchorage Aces. Since moving to Vegas I have enjoyed taking my kids to Wranglers games and seeing them get excited about hockey just like I did. Losing the team will mean losing my opportunity to share that part of my childhood with my children and I assume I am certainly not alone in that loss.

Unfortunately, business disputes such as this are all too common. A large portion of my law practice is dedicated to resolving businesses disputes in Nevada including contract negotiations, commercial lease disputes and even complex litigation. I am hopeful that parties in the dispute are able to reach an agreement soon before the fans end up paying the price.

Fortunately all is not lost. Fans and supporters of the team have joined together on social media networks in an effort to save the Wranglers. The only way venues such as the MGM Garden arena, the Thomas & Mack Center (and maybe even the Orleans) are going to consider giving a contract to the Wranglers is if we show them what the team is worth If you would like to voice your support for the Wranglers, you can start by liking the Save the Wranglers Facebook page (7,500+ likes already).

Connor & Connor Pllc is a civil litigation firm and a proud supporter of the Las Vegas Wranglers. If you have questions, please call our office at (702) 750-9139.

Ring in the New Year Safely!

Ring out the old, ring in the new, Ring, happy bells, across the snow: The year is going, let him go; Ring out the false, ring in the true.

-       Alfred, Lord Tennyson

As 2013 draws to a close, Connor & Connor Pllc would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy New Year.  New Years Eve is a time to celebrate. However, please be safe when celebrating and keep a few things in mind:

1.             You have a right to say “NO.”: If you are stopped by a police officer and they ask to search you or your car or your home, you can say “No.” You do not have to consent to a search.  It does not give a presumption of being guilty if you say “no.” Therefore, if you are pulled over or you are stopped, remember your right to say “no.” If you do not consent to the search, the officers have to get a search warrant, unless there are exigent circumstances such as the officer believes and individual’s safety is at risk.

Too often we are contacted by individuals who knew they had something in their trunk, but gave consent for the officers to search their trunk. Do not give consent. Even if you do not have anything illegal in your trunk or your house, you still do not have to give consent. So take a moment and think before you answer the question “May I search your ____.”

2.             You do not have to answer the officer’s questions.: It is your right to refuse to answer a question. If an officer is holding you, you do not have to answer the questions of the officer. Now sometimes, you may want to answer the officer’s question, for instance if he asks if you are a medical marijuana patient and you are, you may want to answer “yes” and show him your valid medical marijuana patient card. However, you do not have to answer the questions.

3.             You can request to speak with your attorney. If an officer is holding you or has arrested you, you can request to speak with your attorney. State very clearly, “I will not answer your questions until my attorney is present. My attorney is Connor & Connor Pllc and can be reached at 702-750-9139.”

Unfortunately, these rules won’t always keep you safe. Sometimes, officers use unjustified force or excessive force. Last New Year’s Eve such an incident occurred.  (Click here to learn more). If you have been the victim of excessive force, please contact Connor & Connor Pllc.

If you or a loved one have suffered excessive force at the hands of law enforcement, you may be entitled to compensation. Please do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc today.  The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We serve clients from all socioeconomic segments of our community and we will fight to ensure that you receive compensation for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a consultation.  Any delay could negatively affect your legal rights.  You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702) 750-9139 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc.

Unwanted Anal Cavity Searches

Perhaps most colonoscopies are unwanted, but people should not be forced through traumatic anal cavity searches at the hands of local law enforcement without substantial probable cause. Yet, that is just what appears to have happened to multiple individuals.

As reported yesterday on the Las Vegas Criminal Defense Blog, a man has filed a lawsuit against law enforcement for violation of his civil rights because he was forced to undergo 8 separate and invasive anal cavity searches ranging from x-rays to colonoscopy because police claimed he was "clenching his buttocks." Now today it is being reported that another individual suffered a similar fate. For more information click here.

Every person has a right to not be subjected to excessive force by law enforcement. Police are there to protect the citizens; not to harm them. Certainly being forced to multiple invasive anal cavity searches is excessive force, but there are many other things that would qualify as well.

If you or a loved one have suffered excessive force at the hands of law enforcement, you may be entitled to compensation. Please do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc today.  The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We serve clients from all socioeconomic segments of our community and we will fight to ensure that you receive compensation for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a consultation.  Any delay could negatively affect your legal rights.  You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702) 750-9139 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc.

Video Shows Alleged Police Brutality

A Chicago woman is suing the police department for nearby Skokie Village after she suffered serious facial injuries while in police custody. 

After being arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence Mrs. Cassandra Feuerstein was taken to the local jail for booking. A video taken at the scene depicts Mrs. Feuerstein being led to the door of a jail cell just before she was violently shoved from behind by a uniformed officer. The male officer shoved Mrs. Feuerstein with such force that the 110 pound woman was flung completely across the cell and into the concrete bench. The video shows Mrs. Feuerstein's face striking the bench after which she is seen lying motionless on the ground for several seconds. When she raises her head blood is seen pouring from her face and pooling on the floor before officers return to assist her. Mrs. Feuerstein allegedly required facial reconstruction surgery for her injuries, including the installation of a metal plate in her head. The full video is available here (warning, the video is extremely graphic and viewer discretion is advised): 

Victims of police brutality and their families could be entitled to compensation for their injuries. If you or a loved one have been a victim of police brutality contact the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc today for a consultation.  The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We serve clients from all levels of our community and we will fight to ensure that you receive compensation for your injuries. You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702) 750-9139 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc. 

How to Avoid Hiring a Bad Lawyer

When most people hear the words "personal injury attorney", the first image that jumps into their head is that of the sleazy ambulance chaser or the guy whose ad appears during every commercial break. Unfortunately, the public's perception of personal injury attorneys is largely negative and sadly that perception is not entirely unearned. In this article I will explore some of the ways people can make a more informed decision when looking to hire a lawyer. 

Volume Firms: 

We have all seen the lawyer whose face is plastered on every billboard within 50 square miles of the city, we have seen their annoying ads on tv and listened to their awful radio jingles that get stuck in your head for the rest of the day. Most personal injury attorneys who saturate their local market with their ads are what I refer to as "volume firms". Volume firms are law firms that operate by bringing in as many cases as they can. Their ads often offer promises of "a fast check" or "getting you all the money that you deserve". The problem with these firms is that they exist solely make money as quickly as possible. Consequently, I would avoid hiring a volume firm at all costs. 

To learn more tips about a personal injury case and hiring an attorney, click here. 

Las Vegas Police Appeal Wrongful Death Lawsuit

According to Fox 5 Las Vegas, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has appealed a federal judge's decision to allow the case to move forward after denying the Department's motion for summary judgment. The appeal will have the likely affect of delaying the trial for at least a year while the case moves to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco, California. The plaintiff and her attorney describe the appeal as a delaying tactic by the Department in the hopes that they will simply give up their case, but the plaintiff and her attorney said they have no plans to drop their lawsuit. The full Fox 5 article is available here. 

The wrongful death lawsuit stems from an incident in September 2009 where former Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Officer Derek Colling shot and killed 15 year old Tanner Chamberlain as Tanner grasped his mother in a headlock while holding a knife. Tanner suffered from bipolar disorder and was having a bipolar episode at the time. Tanner's mother, Evie Oquendo, repeatedly shouted at Officer Colling begging him not to shoot her son, but Colling ignored her pleas and shot Tanner in the head, killing him instantly. Officer Colling who already had one fatal shooting prior to this incident was later fired from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department after severely beating a man for video taping officers in his yard. The video tape incident is available here:

The Department later recommended a $100,000.00 settlement to the man who former Officer Colling beat in the video. This lawsuit and several more like it come on the heels of several high profile incidents involving the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. The Department has been embroiled in numerous controversies where it has engaged in questionable shootings and used excessive force against arrestees or suspects.

If you would like to learn more about police brutality, click here. 

Victims of police brutality and their families could be entitled to compensation for their injuries. If you or a loved one have been a victim of police brutality please do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc today.  The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We serve clients from all levels of our community and we will fight to ensure that you receive compensation for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a consultation.  Any delay could negatively affect your legal rights.  You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702) 750-9139 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc. 

25th Death in 2013

Today the man accused of driving under the influence and causing the death of a 15-year-old boy went to court. Arturo Castillo appeared in court and denied being under the influence when a deadly crash occurred on Saturday. Robert Brown, age 15, was a passenger of Castillo's and was killed in the crash that occurred near Rainbow and Lake Mead. Unfortunately, Mr. Brown's death was the 25th death in Metro's jurisdiction in 2013.

According to the KSNV My News3, bail was set at $250,000. The prosecution requested five additional days to prepare the complaint against Mr. Castillo. Mr. Castillo denies being under the influence but the police report indicates that he admitted to smoking marijuana and drinking beers. He also allegedly failed a field sobriety test and preliminary breathalyzer.

While Mr. Castillo will face criminal charges, he may also face a civil lawsuit by the family of Robert Brown for wrongful death. People or families that have suffered injuries or loss of a family member due to the fault or bad acts of another may be entitled to compensation.

If you or a loved one have been injured, you may be entitled to compensation. Please do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc today.  The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We serve clients from all socioeconomic segments of our community and we will fight to ensure that you receive compensation for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a consultation.  Any delay could negatively affect your legal rights.  You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702) 750-9139 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc.

7 Year Old Seriously Injured When Hit By Truck

A 7 year old boy was hit by a truck today in North Las Vegas. According to NBC My News 3, the boy ran between two cars and then into the street. He was struck by a truck. According to police the truck was not speeding.

Image from NBC My New 3

The boy has been rushed to University Medical Center. At this time, the driver is not expected to face charges. 

If you or a loved one have been injured, you may be entitled to compensation. Please do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc today.  The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We serve clients from all socioeconomic segments of our community and we will fight to ensure that you receive compensation for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a consultation.  Any delay could negatively affect your legal rights.  You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702) 750-9139 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc.

CDC Issues New Warning Regarding Meningitis Outbreak

This week the Center for Disease Control issued a new warning regarding the meningitis outbreak that occurred approximately six months ago when the New England Compounding Center (NECC) shipped thousands of steroids contaminated with fungus. The issue is that the fungus is slow growing and thousands of patients who were previously cleared are now becoming ill.

14,000 individuals were infected with the tainted steroids. Thousands of those were cleared in October 2012 but now many of those individuals are turning up sick. Thus, the CDC issued a warning that individuals who were previously cleared should again be checked.

Sixty Minutes is airing a special regarding the distribution of these tainted drugs. NECC was able to distribute the drugs without oversight from the Food and Drug Administration because it was a compounding pharmacy. This means that it was supposed to create the drugs for an individual and not mass produce medicines. However, in this special, an employee reveals that NECC was distributing medicines to hospitals and clinics knowing that the lists of names were fraudulent because they contained such names as "Homer Simpson" or "Jane Doe."

48 individuals have lost their lives due to the tainted drug. Over 700 individuals have become ill and are suffering great pain in trying to fight the meningitis.

The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We served clients from all socioeconomic segments of our community and we will fight to ensure that you receive compensation for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured by a bad drug, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a consultation. You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702) 750-9139 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc.

Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in Las Vegas?

According to the Las Vegas Sun, Senator Tick Segerblom (D - Las Vegas) wants Nevada to authorize medical marijuana dispensaries and he has developed a plan.

Currently there are approximately 3,600 medical marijuana permit holders. However, there is no legal manner in which these permit holders can purchase marijuana.

Senator Segerblom proposes for-profit dispensaries that would be strictly regulated. The Senator's plan was laid out after the Senate Judiciary hearing in which the legal ambiguity surrounding the state's constitutional provisions allowing for medical marijuana was addressed.

Currently the medical marijuana laws are being considered in an ongoing case. However, currently there is an ambiguous situation in which the law permits medical marijuana permit holders to possess marijuana but does not allow them to cultivate or purchase it. Thus, Senator Segerblom's plan attempts to address this uncertainty or ambiguity.

Steve Yeager of the Office of the Public Defender for Clark County stated, "It puts people in an absurd position where people have this right but no realistic way to really exercise it."

Other states around the nation have approved the use of medical marijuana and dispensaries for the drug. These include Colorado, Arizona, California, Oregon, and Washington. However, under federal law the use or possession of marijuana is illegal.

Please do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc today.  The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We serve clients from all socioeconomic segments of our community and we will fight for you. If you or a loved one has been injured or if you have pending criminal charges, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a consultation.  Any delay could negatively affect your legal rights.  You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702) 750-9139 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc.

5 Year Old Boy Locked In Room and Forgotten By Teacher

  A five year old boy was allegedly locked in a small room by his kindergarten teacher. The parents state that the room was dark and that the boy had been locked in the room for over an hour. Out of fear the boy was crying and had urinated on himself. The boy wasn't discovered until the parents went to the school to search for him because he was over 45 minutes late from returning home.

   As reported by msn.com, the Idaho school district in Caldwell does not deny that the teacher did in fact put the boy in the small room as a form of discipline. It is unclear what action by the boy prompted such discipline and the school is not revealing that citing student privacy. However, the school district states that the discipline actions taken by the teacher were not appropriate. The school district does dispute the allegations that the room was locked and that it was dark, but do not deny that the boy was placed in there and then forgotten for over an hour.

   At this time, it is unclear what actions the school district is taking against the teacher and to ensure that such an incident does not occur again. The school district has permitted the young boy to move to a different kindergarten teacher.

   While it is hoped that our schools will keep our children safe, that is not always the case. If your child or you have suffered due to actions of an educator, you may have claims against the school district. People have that have suffered harm from an educator needs an experienced personal injury attorney.   If you or a loved one believe you have suffered due to the actions of a teacher or educator, you may be entitled to compensation. Please do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc today.  Amanda N. Connor was a teacher in the public schools and is familiar with the system.  The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We serve clients from all socioeconomic segments of our community and we will fight to ensure that you receive compensation for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured by an educator, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a consultation.  Any delay could negatively affect your legal rights.  You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702) 430-4614 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc.

Organic Peanut Butter Factory Shut Down After Numerous People Infected with Salmonella

The Food and Drug Administration has shut down a peanut butter factory in New Mexico due to production of unsafe food. The Sunland factory, located in Portales, New Mexico, is the largest organic peanut butter producer. The popular store, Trader Joe's obtains its peanut butter from this factory.

Fox News reported that people in 20 states across the country have contracted salmonella due to the peanut butter. An outbreak linked to Sunland's peanut butter occurred in September 2012 and the factory voluntarily shut down its New Mexico based factory. Sunland planned to reopen its factory today, but the Food and Drug Administration shut down the factory for unsafe food production.

The Food and Drug Administration gained the power to shut down companies for unsafe food production in 2011 through a food safety law. This is the first time the agency has exercised its power. The company now has the burden of showing that its food is safe, before it can reopen.

A hearing will be held and the company will be inspected to determine if it is safe. Previously the company was inspected and 28 different instances of salmonella were found in the factory. The agency also discovered improper handling of food, unclean equipment and peanuts that were stored outdoors without being covered so that the peanuts were exposed to insects and birds.

After the outbreak this year, the Food and Drug Administration released results of inspections conducted in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011 stating that the company had unclean equipment and improper handling of food. Also, there is evidence - denied by the president of Sunland - that in the last three years, the company would send out products that had tested positive for salmonella through internal tests.

Very concerning now is that Sunland distributes not only to Trader Joe's, but also to Target, Safeway, Whole Foods and other national grocery store chains. When the outbreak of salmonella was reported, many of these grocery stores repackaged the Sunland products and sold them under their own company names. Thus, there is the potential that contaminated peanut butter and other nut products is still on the shelf.

People who have been injured by a dangerous product need the advice of an experienced products liability attorney.  If you or a loved one believe you have suffered adverse medical reactions as a result of tainted peanut butter or nut products, you may be entitled to compensation. Please do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc today.  The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We serve clients from all socioeconomic segments of our community and we will fight to ensure that you receive compensation for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured by a bad product, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a consultation.  Any delay could negatively affect your legal rights.  You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702) 430-4614 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc.

Energy Drinks Reportedly Linked to Deaths

It was recently reported by the Marquette Tribune that certain energy drinks have been linked to multiple hospitalizations and several deaths (the full article is available here).  According to a report released by the Food and Drug Administration, the popular energy shot known as "5-Hour Energy" has been linked to 33 hospitalizations and 13 deaths (the full report from the FDA is available here).  The FDA report also names Monster and Rockstar energy drinks (which are marketed to the public as dietary supplements) as being linked to health problems in numerous cases across the United States. Common side affects noted by patients were flushing, increased heart rate, vomiting, heart attack, cardiac arrest, convulsions and death.  The report was careful to note that the incident reports made to the FDA sometimes contain incomplete information such as whether the individuals suffered from other medical conditions such as heart disease.  

The reports of possible side affects relating to the use of energy drinks is disturbing for many reasons.  Foremost is that these products have been marketed to the public as being safe for consumption.  If it is true that these products are in fact dangerous, the companies who produce them could be held liable under a products liability lawsuit.  People who are injured by an unsafe product could be entitled to compensation for their injuries including past and future medical costs, pain and suffering, lost wages and potentially punitive damages (punitive damages are a monetary award intended to punish the at fault party and deter others from engaging in similar behavior.  In cases where people have died as a result of unsafe products a wrongful death lawsuit could be brought on their behalf by their surviving family members.  That said, it appears premature to declare that these energy drinks are unsafe until all the facts are in.  Nevertheless, people wishing to avoid any potentially adverse medical reactions may wish to avoid these types of products altogether.  

People who have been injured by a dangerous product need the advice of an experienced products liability attorney.  If you or a loved one believe you have suffered adverse medical reactions as a result of energy drinks or dietary supplements, you may be entitled to compensation. Please do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc today.  The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We serve clients from all socioeconomic segments of our community and we will fight to ensure that you receive compensation for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured by a bad product, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a consultation.  Any delay could negatively affect your legal rights.  You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702) 430-4614 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc.

Drunk Driver Injures Four Children in Weekend Crash

A drunk driver injured four children in Mesquite, Nevada over the weekend. According to Fox 5 News, police arrived at the scene of the accident where bystanders were forced to physically restrain the driver as he attempted to flee (the full article is available here).  Fox 5 reports that the man struck two vehicles that were parked along a curb.  The children who range in ages between 1 and 5 years old were transported from the scene for treatment. One child had to be airlifted to Las Vegas due to the severity of her injuries.  A 33 year old Mesquite resident has been detained on suspicion of drunk driving, child endangerment, child restraint and other various traffic violations.

Accidents caused by drunk drivers are inexcusable.  Fortunately the law recognizes that Drunk drivers are per se liable for the injuries that they cause. Unfortunately, many people who suffer injuries in alcohol related crashes never receive full compensation. Often times the at fault party has little to no insurance or the victim's Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage (UM/UIM) is insufficient to fully compensate for their injuries.  This is especially true when a wrongful death or serious bodily injuries are involved. 

People who have been injured by drunk drivers need competent legal representation. Hiring an experienced personal injury attorney can be a victim's best chance to receive compensation for their injuries. Victims of drunk drivers could be entitled to compensation for their pain and suffering, permanent disability, property damage, lost wages, medical bills and even punitive damages. The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are ready to fight for Nevadans who have been injured by drunk drivers. Our former insurance defense attorneys gained valuable experience defending insurers from claims made against their policy holders. Our attorneys know what it takes to make sure you are fully compensated for your injuries. Our attorneys are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. If you or a loved one has been injured by a drunk driver, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a consultation. Any delay in contacting an attorney could negatively impact your legal rights. You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702)430-4614 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc.

Update on Fungal Meningitis Outbreak and Las Vegas

According to  Las Vegas Action 13 News, the United States Food and Drug Administration has released a list of Las Vegas area medical practices that received potentially dangerous products from the  pharmacy linked to a deadly fungal meningitis outbreak.  According to the article (available here), the following medical practices received medications that were produced by the pharmacy during the recall period: 

• The Cosmetic Surgery Center of Las Vegas
• Shepherd Eye Surgicenter
• The Weiland Group
• Valley Hospital
• Valley Hospital Medical Center

So far over twenty people have died and dozens more have been sickened as a result of being exposed to fungal meningitis, which has been linked to the New England Compounding Center's Framingham, Massachusetts facility.  The drugs which have been linked to the outbreak were a form of injectable steroid that is used to treat pain, including low back pain and joint discomfort.  Symptoms of fungal meningitis include fever, nausea, vomiting, stiff neck, sensitivity to light and altered mental status.  If you were treated at any of the above Las Vegas facilities and have any of the above symptoms you should seek medical attention immediately.  

While it is undisputed that most doctors and pharmaceutical companies intend to help their patients to the best of their abilities, occasionally doctors and pharmaceutical companies make mistakes and innocent people suffer injuries as a result.  Every year thousands of people are maimed or killed as a result of negligent medical care or dangerous medical products.  If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of a negligent medical professional or by a dangerous medical product you could be entitled to compensation for your injuries.  You could be entitled to past and future medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages and possibly even punitive damages (punitive damages are a monetary award levied against the at fault party intended to punish the party and to deter others from engaging in similar behavior in the future).  

Health care providers take in massive amounts of money every year and have the resources to fight claims made by victims of their negligence.  If you have been injured by a health care provider or a dangerous medical product you need competent and tenacious legal representation to fight for your rights. The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We served clients from all socioeconomic segments of our community and we will fight to ensure that you receive compensation for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured by a bad product, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a  consultation. You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702)430-4614 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc.

Sunscreen Recall after Reports of Users Catching Fire

Banana Boat Sunscreen has recalled its UltraMist sunscreen product after reports that five individuals throughout the United States and Canada have caught fire after applying the sunscreen. There are nearly two dozen formulations of the sunscreen that are being pulled off the shelves and Banana Boat is  instructing people to not use the UltraMist products.

According to the Las Vegas Sun, more than 20 million units of the sunscreen have been sold. According to USA Today, approximately a half-million bottles of sunscreen have been recalled. Thus, there is still a possibility that more people could be injured by this product. The error appears to be with the spray valve with over applies the product. Thus, after applying the product takes longer to dry and if the user comes into contact with a flame or a spark while the product is still wet, the product will ignite and the person will catch fire.

This is a voluntary recall by Banana Boat. Banana Boat has informed the Food and Drug Administration of this voluntary recall.

If you have any Banana Boat UltraMist product, please stop using it as the potential danger is severe. If you have any questions, the manufacturer can be reached at 1-800-SAFESUN.

If you have been injured by the Banana Boat sunscreen or another bad product you may be entitled to compensation. Please do not hesitate to contact the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc today.

The attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc are licensed to practice law before all Nevada state and federal courts. We served clients from all socioeconomic segments of our community and we will fight to ensure that you receive compensation for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured by a bad product, contact one of the attorneys at Connor & Connor Pllc as soon as possible for a consultation. You may contact the firm through email at info@connorpllc.com or by phone at (702)430-4614 or visit www.connorpllc.com. You may also visit the firm's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/ConnorConnorPllc.