Category Archives: Blog
A Masterclass in Workers’ Compensation: Featuring Herb Santos Jr.
Herb Santos Jr. recently headlined the “WC Completely Masterful Seminar” in Las Vegas. This event, a key part of the Richard A. Harris Series of Continuing Legal Education, showcased the intricate complexities of Workers’ Compensation cases. On December 8, 2023, esteemed legal professionals gathered at the Durango Station to delve into an intensive day… Read More »
How Long Does It Take for an Insurance Company to Process a Claim?
After experiencing a tragic incident, the last thing anyone wants to deal with is the prolonged process of making an insurance claim! Although it’s an indispensable step in recouping financial and emotional loss, the most pressing question individuals often wonder after the accident is, “How long does it take an insurance company to settle… Read More »
Spread Joy This Season: Support the Holiday Toy Drive with Herb Santos Jr.
The spirit of giving is the cornerstone of the holiday season, and this year, The Law Firm of Herb Santos Jr. is leading the charge with a heartwarming Holiday Toy Drive. From November 17 to December 14, join us in making a difference in the lives of children through NJA’s Trial Lawyers Care initiative…. Read More »
TEN STEPS TO ENSURE THAT THE VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION PLAN IS VIABLE.
One of the benefits available to injured workers in Nevada is vocational rehabilitation. This benefit comes into play when an injured worker is unable to return to the pre-injury job due to the industrial, permanent physical restrictions and the employer is unable to provide a permanent light duty job within those restrictions. It is… Read More »
Trial Lawyers Care Annual Holiday Toy Drive!
The Law Firm of Herb Santos, Jr. is proud to be teaming up with the Nevada Justice Association. This holiday season we are collecting toys for local charities including FEAT (Families for Effective Autism Treatment) and Ashlee’s Toy Closet. We invite you to make a kid’s holiday special and donate a toy today! Drop off new, unwrapped toys…. Read More »
3 Critical Records You Need for Your Auto Accident Claim
A successful auto accident claim requires credible evidence. The evidence comes in various forms, including records or documentary evidence. Below are three critical records that can strengthen your claim, plus how to get them. 1. Police Report The police report contains both facts and opinions about the accident. Specific information the report may contain… Read More »
If I have an accepted workers’ compensation claim, can I see any doctor?
By Herb Santos, Jr., Esq. One of the first questions I receive from my clients is whether they can see any doctor they want for their industrial injury. Unfortunately, there are some attorneys who advertise that they can get you into any doctor. This is nothing more than a marketing ploy… Read More »
If Your Work Injury Prevents You From Returning To Your Job, You May Be Eligible For Retraining
If your work injury prevents you from being able to return to your job, you may be eligible for vocational rehabilitation benefits. Eligibility is determined after a written assessment is completed by a vocational rehabilitation counselor. The written assessment must evaluate the injured employee’s ability or potential to return to the position the employee… Read More »
COVID-19 AND THE WORKPLACE
I have received numerous questions from various people on what one should do if you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 at work. Under some situations, it may be covered under Nevada workers’ compensation laws. If an injured worker believes that he or she may have been exposed to COVID-19, I would suggest… Read More »
DEFENSIVE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY
For the past 29 years, I have represented many people who have been seriously hurt in highway accidents. Many of them were involved in accidents with big rig trucks. It is imperative to be a defensive driver whenever you are driving on the highway. I urge you to remember safety rules of the road… Read More »