Valerie S. Christian’s practice is dedicated to personal injury claims and litigation, employment matters, contract litigation, as well as some appellate work. She has represented clients throughout all phases of their claims, from negotiating with insurance adjusters to appealing cases in the Nevada Supreme Court.
Valerie was born and raised in Las Vegas. In 2017, she completed the dual degree program at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas for her Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration. While completing the dual degree program, she served as articles editor of the UNLV Gaming Law Journal, competed nationally on the William S. Boyd School of Law moot court team, and served as a student attorney in the Thomas & Mack Legal Clinic. During her second year of law school, Valerie came to work for The Bourassa Law Group as a law clerk and subsequently joined the firm as an associate attorney in 2018.
Valerie is admitted to practice in all state courts in Nevada and Colorado, as well as the United States District Court for the District of Nevada.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A personal injury lawsuit is a legal action taken by an individual who has been injured due to the negligence or wrongful act of another party. The lawsuit seeks compensation for the damages suffered, including medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses.
Personal injury compensation is calculated based on a variety of factors, including the severity of the injury, the extent of any medical expenses and lost income, the impact on quality of life, and other damages such as pain and suffering. The amount of compensation awarded in a personal injury case will depend on the facts and circumstances of each individual case.
The statute of limitations for filing a personal injury lawsuit varies from state to state. Generally, you may have anywhere from one to three years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit depending on the state you live in. The most common answer is two years However, it is important to check the laws in your state as they may vary.
Yes, if you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, it is important to hire a personal injury attorney to help you receive the compensation you deserve. A personal injury attorney can help you navigate the legal process and ensure that your rights are protected. The at fault party will have an insurance company and a team of people behind them as soon as they learn about a claim. Don’t you deserve someone on your side?
Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they take a percentage of the amount recovered from the defendant. There really is no standard fee. The percentage typically ranges from 33% to 40%, but we have seen some attorneys negotiate contingency agreements as high as 60%.
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