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Meet Blake Friedman
Blake S. Friedman brings years of personal injury experience to your case. As a Las Vegas native and the founder of Friedman Injury Law, Blake has dedicated his practice solely to personal injury law. He has secured over $50 million in settlements for clients across Nevada. Blake and our team prioritize client needs, keeping open communication throughout the legal process. We never recommend settlements below a case’s true value. With extensive courtroom experience and a commitment to fighting for our clients, we are fully prepared to represent you aggressively and help you recover the maximum compensation possible.
BLAKE S. FRIEDMAN, ESQ.
HAS RECOVERED OVER
$100,000,000
FOR HIS CLIENTS IN
LAS VEGAS AND ACROSS
SOUTHERN NEVADA
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Spring Valley
Spring Valley is a busy residential and commercial hub. With heavy traffic flowing through areas like Chinatown and near the 215 Beltway, riders face constant hazards. Most crashes are not the fault of the rider; they happen because drivers aren’t scanning for motorcycles.
- Left-Turn “S-MIDS” (Spatial Misjudgment): This is the #1 cause. A driver at an intersection misjudges the speed of an oncoming motorcycle and turns left directly into its path. They often tell the police, “I never even saw him.”
- Blind Spot Hits and Unsafe Lane Changes: Drivers on the 215 or busy stretches of Sahara Avenue often merge suddenly. Because of a bike’s slim profile, it is easily hidden by the “A-pillar” of a car or a simple blind spot.
- Distracted Driving: In a world of smartphones and touch-screen dashboards, many drivers are looking at a screen instead of scanning for smaller vehicles. A split second of checking a text can be a death sentence for a rider.
- Failure to Yield: Whether pulling out of a driveway on Jones Boulevard or a shopping center near Rainbow, drivers often “look but don’t see” a motorcycle because their brains are only looking for the shape of a car.
- Road Hazards and Poor Maintenance: Since bikes only have two small contact patches with the road, a patch of loose gravel, a deep pothole, or an oil slick that a car would just bounce over can send a motorcycle into a deadly slide. If a construction crew or the county left the road in a dangerous state, we hold them accountable.
Most Common Injuries in Spring Valley Motorcycle Wrecks
Bikers lack the “steel cage,” airbags, and seatbelts of a car. This means the human body absorbs the full, violent force of the impact. These injuries are often catastrophic and require a lifetime of care.
- Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): Even with a DOT-approved helmet, the brain can strike the inside of the skull during an impact. This can lead to concussions, permanent cognitive impairment, memory loss, and personality changes.
- Spinal Cord and Vertebral Fractures: Impact can crush or twist the spine, leading to partial or full paralysis (paraplegia or quadriplegia). Blake Friedman’s personal experience with an L5-S1 injury makes him a fierce advocate for those suffering from debilitating back issues.
- Severe Road Rash (Friction Burns): This isn’t just a “scrape.” When skin meets asphalt at high speed, it tears through layers of tissue, often reaching the muscle or bone. These injuries require painful debridement, skin grafts, and leave permanent, sensitive scarring.
- Orthopedic Fractures (The “Biker’s Arm”): It is a natural instinct to put your hands out to break a fall. This often results in shattered wrists, forearms, and shoulders. We also see many broken femurs and shattered pelvises from the initial impact with a car’s bumper.
- Internal Trauma and Organ Damage: The force of hitting the handlebars or the ground can rupture a spleen, liver, or kidneys. Internal bleeding is a “silent killer” that may not show symptoms for hours, making immediate medical evaluation vital.
Understanding Nevada’s Accident Laws
Navigating the legal system can feel like learning a second language. Here are the two most important rules you need to know to protect your claim:
The Two-Year Statute of Limitations
In Nevada (under NRS 11.190), you generally have two years from the date of the crash to file a lawsuit. Two years might sound like a long time, but it moves fast. Evidence like skid marks wears away. Witnesses move. Surveillance footage is often overwritten in as little as 30 days. If you miss this deadline, you lose your right to seek compensation forever.
Modified Comparative Negligence (The 51% Rule)
Nevada uses a “51% rule.” This means you can still recover money even if you were partially at fault for the accident, as long as you were less than 51% responsible. For example, if a jury finds you were 20% at fault because you were slightly over the speed limit, but the other driver was 80% at fault for turning left in front of you, you can still recover. However, your total settlement would be reduced by that 20%. We work tirelessly to minimize your fault percentage to maximize the money in your pocket.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is my motorcycle accident case worth?
There is no “average” settlement because every injury is unique. It depends on your total medical bills, the amount of insurance coverage available, and the impact on your ability to work. Blake Friedman has recovered over 100 million dollars for his clients, and he fights for the absolute maximum value for every client.
What if I wasn’t wearing a helmet?
You can still file a claim. While Nevada has a universal helmet law, not wearing one doesn’t make you at fault for the cause of the accident. It may impact the compensation for head-related injuries, but it doesn’t take away your right to hold a negligent driver accountable for your broken leg, road rash, or property damage.
Should I talk to the other driver’s insurance adjuster?
No. They are trained to get you to say things that damage your case. They might ask, “How are you feeling today?” and if you say “I’m okay,” they will use that against you later to claim you weren’t actually hurt. Let us handle all communication with them.
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If you are hurting, you need someone who will fight for you like you’re family. Blake Friedman is known for his aggressive, detail-driven approach. He isn’t afraid to track down elusive video or hire the best experts in the country to win a tough case. We work on a contingency-fee basis, which means we only get paid if we win. You pay nothing out of pocket to get us started. We take on the financial risk because we believe in our ability to help you.
Call us today at (702) 970-4222 for a free, no-obligation consultation. We are local, we are experienced, and we are ready to stand by your side. Let us take over the legal battle so you can focus on getting back on your feet and back on the road.