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Nevada commission nominates finalists for first judicial position
The Nevada Commission on Judicial Selection held a meeting on September 23, 2024, to discuss candidates for the vacancy in Department 1 of the 1st Judicial District Court.
By B. B. Urness | Oct 30, 2024
Attorney General Aaron Ford highlights achievements in recent biennial report
Earlier this month, Attorney General Aaron Ford's office submitted its biennial report to the Nevada Legislature and Governor Joe Lombardo. The document, spanning over 50 pages, details the achievements of the Office of the Attorney General over the past two years.
By J. D. Suayan | Oct 2, 2024
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Three attorneys apply for First Judicial District Court vacancy
By K. R. Nelson | Sep 19, 2024
Chief Justice Elissa Cadish announced this afternoon that the Nevada Commission on Judicial Selection has received three applications from individuals seeking to fill the judicial opening in Department 1 of the First Judicial District Court. The Commission will convene to determine the outcome of this vacancy, which arose following the resignation of the Honorable James Russell at the end of October this year.
Henderson driver: ‘My @GEICO car insurance just went up 15%’
By R. B. Pepalis | Sep 6, 2024
David Benjamin, a Nevada-based media consultant, said in an Aug. 18 post on X that his car insurance costs rose by 15% despite not having received a ticket or getting into an accident.
Nevada offers new grant opportunities for anti-violence programs
By A. A. Sanchez | Aug 30, 2024
Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has announced the availability of grants aimed at combating domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The funding opportunity is open to Nevada law enforcement agencies, prosecutorial offices, courts, and non-profit organizations through the Services-Training-Officers-Prosecutor (STOP) and Sexual Assault Services Program (SASP) grants.
Insurify report finds Nevada is fourth most expensive state for car insurance
By R. B. Pepalis | Aug 24, 2024
Insurify released a report on August 11, which found that Nevada is the fourth most expensive state for car insurance in the nation, with car insurance costs predicted to increase by a total of 20% this year.
Survey finds majority of Nevada voters not convinced by argument against capping attorney fees
By A. I. Benavidez | Aug 23, 2024
A survey conducted by Public Opinion Strategies in July among Nevada residents found that only 23% of respondents were "very convinced" by an argument opposing a proposed 20% cap on attorney contingency fees. The argument suggested that implementing the 20% cap could make it more difficult for plaintiffs to find legal representation.
Institute for Legal Reform: ‘Fearmongering lawsuit ads can mislead viewers’
By K. R. Nelson | Aug 22, 2024
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform (ILR) stated in an August 16 post that advertisements for medication lawsuits can mislead consumers, causing them to stop taking prescribed medications and potentially leading to negative health effects.
Attorney General Ford announces court victory against Google for unlawful monopoly
By A. D. Bamburg | Aug 7, 2024
Carson City, NV – Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced a significant court victory in the antitrust case against Google. This legal action was part of a broader coalition of attorneys general connected to a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Department of Justice, targeting Google's anti-competitive practices.
Applications open for First Judicial District Court vacancy
By R. B. Pepalis | Aug 6, 2024
Governor Joe Lombardo recently announced the retirement of the Honorable James T. Russell from the First Judicial District Court of Nevada, Department 1. Judge Russell will retire at the end of October 2024. The Commission on Judicial Selection will convene to fill the forthcoming vacancy. The application period opens August 12, 2024, and submissions are due by noon on September 19, 2024.
Attorney General Ford requests expedited appeal in fake electors case
By A. A. Sanchez | Jul 31, 2024
Carson City, NV – Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has filed a motion with the Nevada Supreme Court requesting expedited consideration of appeals in the "fake electors" cases. The request aims to clarify the path forward for prosecuting these crimes.
Nevada Supreme Court updates electronic filing and conversion rules
By R. B. Pepalis | Jul 29, 2024
On Friday, June 26, 2024, the Nevada Supreme Court entered an order in ADKT 0615 repealing and replacing the Nevada Electronic Filing and Conversion Rules. The amendments became effective on July 26, 2024.
Attorney General Ford appeals dismissal of fake electors case to Nevada Supreme Court
By R. B. Pepalis | Jul 27, 2024
Carson City, NV – Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has announced an appeal to the Nevada Supreme Court following Judge Holthus's decision to dismiss the case against six individuals accused of submitting fake elector certificates in the 2020 presidential election.
Institute for Legal Reform study finds nuclear verdicts contribute to rising insurance costs
By E. F. Cullerton | Jul 27, 2024
A study released by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform (ILR) on May 30 found that "nuclear" verdicts, or verdicts larger than $10 million, are contributing to rising car insurance costs.
Nevada Supreme Court seeks public input on bar exam administration
By A. A. Sanchez | Jul 23, 2024
The Nevada Supreme Court is seeking comments from the bench, bar, and public regarding how the Court should proceed in the administration of the Nevada bar examination and licensing proceedings for attorneys practicing in Nevada. Please see Order Inviting Public Comment for full details. Comments should indicate that they are being submitted in ADKT 0594 and may be submitted to the court in hard-copy format to Elizabeth A. Brown, Clerk of the Supreme Court, 201 South Carson Street, Carson City, Nevada 89701, or electronically to nvsclerk@nvcourts.nv.gov. The deadline for...
Attorney sues personal injury firm Morgan & Morgan over misleading advertisements
By K. R. Nelson | Jul 23, 2024
Attorney Jody Shackelford filed a lawsuit on July 17 against the national personal injury law firm Morgan & Morgan over the firm’s advertising campaigns, alleging that the ads have misled consumers.
George Mason University law professor: third-party litigation funders ‘are typically in it just for financial gain’
By A. K. Howerter | Jul 18, 2024
Donald Kochan, a law professor at George Mason University’s Antonin Scalia Law School, stated during a House Judiciary Subcommittee hearing on June 12 that third-party litigation funding (TPLF) serves as a means for investors to profit through lawsuits.
Attorney General Ford receives Thurgood Marshall Justice Award from AAMPGC Network
By R. B. Pepalis | Jul 15, 2024
Carson City, NV – Attorney General Aaron Ford announced today that he has been honored with the Thurgood Marshall Justice Award by the National Bar Association’s African American Managing Partners and General Counsel (AAMPGC) Network. The award recognizes individuals who have prioritized public service throughout their careers.
ATRA: Las Vegas personal injury firm political donations, ad spending contributes to 'excessive' lawsuits
By L. E. Bushouse | Jul 12, 2024
The Las Vegas-based Richard Harris Law Firm contributed $861,607 to political candidates and committees in Nevada between 2017 and 2023, according to a March 1 report from the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA). ATRA President Sherman "Tiger" Joyce said the firm spends large amounts of money on ads to solicit new clients while also financially supporting the campaigns of judges throughout the state, leading to a high volume of "excessive" lawsuits.
Liability expert: Cognitive bias has ‘been huge in leading to some of the nuclear verdicts’
By M. N. Tirado | Jul 12, 2024
Sedgwick Vice President of Liability Practices Steve Ellis said during a June 7 episode of the Sedgwick podcast that plaintiff attorneys use cognitive bias and emotional manipulation to secure large jury verdicts.