What Truck Accident Damages Cover
The good news for Nevada drivers is we are on the list of the states with the lowest percentage of large trucks involved in fatal crashes. The rate is just 7%, according to the National Safety Council. Unfortunately, any truck accident can lead to catastrophe for anyone involved. If you’ve been involved in an accident with a truck, there will be a lot to sort through, starting with whoever was at fault. If it can be established the truck driver was driving negligently, you are entitled to pursue [...]
Is It Legal to Drive Without Bumpers?
Published on August 20, 2025, by Law Office of Matthew L. Sharp
Car Accident
The more you drive on the road, the more likely you’ll encounter some “unique” cars. Along with all the high-roller sports cars, there are also plenty of car owners who like to modify their rides with all kinds of aftermarket add-ons. High-roller sports cars, there are also plenty of car owners who like to modify their rides with all kinds of aftermarket add-ons. What some of those owners might not know is that there are many regulations about what should and shouldn’t be on their cars that they [...]
The Dangers of Tanker Truck Accidents
A tanker truck spill is going to mean delays. That was certainly the case in a recent accident outside of Vegas involving a tanker truck that spilled over 1,000 gallons of fuel, forcing the closure of all northbound lanes on I-15. While delays like these aren't welcomed, they are a more favorable outcome than a tanker truck colliding with another vehicle, resulting in serious injury or a fatality. An accident with a tanker truck can lead to devastating injuries for motorists and their passengers. These kinds of accidents [...]
Top 10 Causes of Pedestrian Accidents
Published on August 6, 2025, by Law Office of Matthew L. Sharp
Personal Injury
Whenever you go for a ride, you take several safety precautions, starting with buckling up your seat belt. When you drive at the proper speed and follow traffic laws, you’re also practicing safety. The fact that you’re in a sturdy steel frame surrounded by airbags also adds to your protection. Unfortunately, pedestrians don’t have the same level of protection. That makes them extremely vulnerable. When a pedestrian is involved in a collision with a car, they can end up injured from the impact with the vehicle and the [...]
What To Do if an Insurer Won’t Pay for a Totaled Car
Published on July 29, 2025, by Law Office of Matthew L. Sharp
Car Accident
You should always consider yourself fortunate if you get into a car accident and don’t suffer any severe physical injuries. Of course, dealing with car damage is not anyone’s idea of fun. When the damage is significant enough to involve an insurance claim, an adjuster will be assigned to determine the extent of your damages. That adjuster might determine that your car is deemed totaled. What happens if an insurer won’t pay for a totaled car? That is when you need to involve an auto insurance dispute lawyer [...]
Evidence Needed to Prove an Insurance Bad Faith Claim
When an insurance company fails to uphold its end of the bargain, policyholders may have the right to file a bad faith claim. In Nevada, insurance bad faith occurs when an insurer unreasonably delays, denies, or underpays a legitimate claim without proper justification. Bad faith cases don't just hinge on whether the insurer was wrong, they depend on showing that the company acted without a reasonable basis. Proving this requires specific evidence demonstrating the insurer's conduct crossed the line. The burden of proof falls on you (the claimant), [...]
The Time Limit to File an Insurance Bad Faith Claim
Submitting a claim to an insurance company might seem straightforward but once you hit “enter” on your submission, there is no telling what might happen. There are also concerns that the insurance company you’re dealing with isn’t honoring the policy. If you suspect that your insurance company has acted unfairly, you may consider filing a bad faith claim. These claims arise when an insurer unreasonably delays, denies, or underpays a valid claim. However, even if the insurer clearly acted in bad faith, the window to take legal action [...]
How To Tell if Your Insurer is Acting in Good Faith
Published on July 8, 2025, by Law Office of Matthew L. Sharp
Insurance
Insurance is something you pay for every month, hoping you never have to use it. If you did need to make an insurance claim, it means you’ve been in some kind of accident and either got hurt, your car was damaged, or both. No matter what happens, you hope your insurance company will act in good faith. When an insurance company acts in bad faith, it could be actionable. The Law Offices of Matthew L. Sharp have helped many clients push back against insurance carriers who have treated [...]
9 Reasons Insurers Can Cancel Car Insurance Policies
There are a lot of opportunities to win at gambling in Reno. Whether you’re playing the slots or roulette, there will always be a risk. One area where you don’t want to gamble is with your insurance. You’re not obligated to carry health or homeowners’ insurance if you own your home outright. However, you must carry homeowners’ insurance if you have a mortgage. You also need to carry automobile insurance. In Nevada, drivers must carry liability insurance with the following minimums: $25,000 bodily injury liability per person $50,000 [...]
Is Only Paying a Partial Claim Considered Insurance Bad Faith?
The only reason to start a business is to earn profits and expand the customer base. That holds true for insurance companies. Although they profess to be there for their policyholders when they need them, they are always focused on the bottom line. They only make money if they continue to collect premiums without paying out on claims. Unfortunately, when an insurance company opts not to pay out a claim, it acts in bad faith, which can be actionable. Although it might seem straightforward, it can be complex [...]
