Strategies, Challenges, and Answers

Just, Speedy, and Inexpensive

Does anyone else have a favorite Rule of Civil Procedure?  I do.  It is Rule 1, particularly the last sentence which says that the Rules of Civil Procedure “should be construed, administered, and employed by the court and the parties to secure the … [Continue reading]

What Happens If You Split Causes of Action?

Nevada follows the rule that a Plaintiff may not file two separate suits arising from the same set of facts.  The consequence of trying to split causes of action is that if requirements of the rule are satisfied, the second suit will be … [Continue reading]

Mixed Claims? Defend as to One, Defend as to All

Mr. Alm bought his Homeowner’s Policy from Hartford Fire Ins. Co.  He got sued for bodily injuries.  The First Cause of Action of the Complaint alleged that the injury happened because of Mr. Alm’s negligence.  But the Second Cause of Action … [Continue reading]

Nevada Court Finds That The Graves Amendment Preempts NRS 482.305.

The Nevada Law Blogs have written a lot about Rental Car Liability and the Graves Amendment.  Those posts need an update as a result of the Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Judgment entered in Avalos v. Estate of Cunningham et al, Eighth Jud. … [Continue reading]

Excess Policy vs. Umbrella Policy: What Is The Difference?

Often the terms Umbrella Insurance and Excess Insurance are used interchangeably.  Is there a difference?  What is it?Let’s start with primary insurance.  Primary insurance is the first layer of insurance.  Primary insurance provides immediate … [Continue reading]