Personal Injury Attorney Las Vegas

Taxi Cab Accidents

Taxi cabs are one of the most convenient ways for the visitors of Las Vegas to get around the city. A typical taxi cab ride may start at one hotel and end at another. As would be expected, most taxi cab rides are uneventful. Unfortunately, not all of these taxis in Las Vegas reach their destination safely. Las Vegas Blvd is a bustling street with thousands of cars and pedestrians at all hours of the day and night. A negligent cab driver may be the cause of an accident that injures the passengers that he or she is carrying. Many passengers do not buckle up since they feel the short trip doesn't require a seat belt. In some cases the taxis do not have seat belts available or they are broken.

The injuries that a person receives from being a passenger in a cab can be quite severe. Most cabs have a barrier between the driver and the passenger that can cause substantial damage. There may even be pamphlet racks or a video screen that is not protected properly. Even a low speed accident could cause whiplash or head injury due to the conditions present inside the taxi.

When you hire a driver to get you from point A to point B, safety should be their number one concern. If you are hurt in an accident that was caused by an inattentive or reckless taxi driver, you may need to seek compensation for your injuries. An experienced trial attorney can fight to get you reimbursed for your medical expenses, pain and suffering, and ongoing care.

At Oronoz Law Offices we carefully look at each case to ensure maximum compensation to our clients. Our experience, resources and the personal attention put into every case ensures that we will get the best possible outcome for you. .