It depends on what the claim is about but in a typical insurance bad faith case, we would see the following types of damages. Damages for property loss (economic damages)… CONTINUE
Acts that could lead to an insurance bad faith case
There are several actions that an insurance company may do that could support a claim against them for bad faith. An insurance company may fail to disclose policy benefits to… CONTINUE
What does the term “insurance bad faith” mean?
Generally, insurance bad faith takes place when insurance companies fail to act reasonably and properly when dealing with their insured. Q: Does insurance bad faith apply only to certain types… CONTINUE
What is the Tort Claims Act in Nevada?
Historically, it came from England where the king was perceived as someone who could do no wrong, so the king had immunity for certain acts. The United States took over… CONTINUE
What is the statute of limitations on an elder abuse case?
In Nevada, if you are seeking damages for personal neglect or negligence it is within two years. Assault and battery or another intentional act is also two years. There may… CONTINUE
Do these types of cases settle, or do you find them frequently going to trial?
About 99% of all civil actions settle, and elder neglect or elder abuse cases are not outside of the norm. However, when we take the case, we are ready to… CONTINUE
What kind of damages would one pursue for elder abuse?
The damages for elder financial abuse are monetary damages. For physical elder abuse, the damages you would sue for depend on the severity, the type of injury, pain and suffering,… CONTINUE
What factors make older people more vulnerable to abuse?
Cognitive issues, dementia and the fact that they have a difficult time getting around make them more vulnerable. For example, dementia could make them a target for financial abuse because… CONTINUE
Insurance Coverage for Elder Abuse
Q: When an experienced elder abuse attorney like you is pursuing someone for committing elder abuse, is there insurance? There might be an insurance company that has agreed to defend… CONTINUE
Is elder financial abuse a tort or do you simply give back the money?
It could be atort if there is bodily harm, or if someone is hurt for financial gain, which would be property damage. Q: Are there also criminal issues that relate… CONTINUE
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