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After appearing, how can an attorney be removed from a case? (August 18, 2017)

Leave of court is required to be removed from a case, LR IA 11-6. If an order is entered removing an attorney, the docket will reflect that the att...

Can I fax or email a document to the court for filing? (August 18, 2017)

No. The court does not accept documents for filing by facsimile or email. A person who is not registered as an electronic filer must file documents...

Can I get a waiver of paying the filing fee? (August 18, 2017)

Only with the approval from the court. You will be required to submit an Application to Proceed Without Prepaying Fees with your complaint or petit...

How can I view restricted documents? (August 18, 2017)

Sealed documents can only be viewed by the court unless and until further order of the court. Ex parte documents are made available on the public d...

How do I get access to electronically file documents in my case? (August 18, 2017)

A person acting as his or her own attorney may request the court’s authorization to register as a filer in his or her specific case, LR IC 2-1(b)....

How do I view documents in my case? (August 18, 2017)

Public documents are available on the PACER system. You can access and register for PACER at pacer.uscourts.gov. There is a public computer termina...

How many copies are required when I file documents? (August 18, 2017)

One original of each document should be filed. An attorney or pro se party who wishes to receive a file-stamped copy of any pleading or other paper...

What am I supposed to do when my mailing address changes? (August 18, 2017)

File with the court a written notification of any change to contact information in your case, LR IA 3-1.

What are restricted documents? (August 18, 2017)

There are three types of restricted documents: sealed documents; ex parte documents; and, other select documents that contain personal identifiers...

Will the clerk call me when there is something filed in my case? (August 18, 2017)

No. For a non-electronic filer, the court and opposing parties send documents in paper form via U.S. mail or other delivery service. For registered...

How long does it take to get a court date notice?

You will be notified by the Central Violations Bureau of your court date by mail. You will receive a Notice to Appear usually within 4 to 8 weeks from issuance of the ticket.

Can a court reporter redact a transcript?

Yes. While court reporters or transcribers are authorized to redact the specific personal identifiers, parties may move the court by separate motion. A ruling from the court is required before other information in the transcript may be redacted.

What is a PACER?

Public Access to Court Electronic Records ( PACER) is an electronic public access service that allows registered users to review and print case and docket information in federal appellate, district, and bankruptcy courts.

How long can you view transcripts in CM/ECF?

Filed transcripts are restricted in CM/ECF for the first 90 days. Counsel of record in a case who have received a transcript from the court reporter or transcriber will be given access to the transcript via the CM/ECF system. Counsel of record in a case who have not purchased a copy of the transcript from the court reporter or transcriber will not have access to the transcript through CM/ECF until they purchase it from the court reporter or transcriber or until after 90 days. Anyone can view the transcript at the public terminal in both clerk’s offices. Anyone wishing to obtain a copy during the first 90 days must request the copy from the reporter or transcriber using the Transcript Order form and pay the fee set by the Judicial Conference and General Order 2018-01.

What is a CM/ECF?

The Case Management/Electronic Case Files ( CM/ECF) system allows parties and the court to file documents electronically making the case information immediately available. For assistance with CM/ECF please call the Las Vegas Help Desk at 702-464-5555 (toll free at 1-888-674-2323) or the Reno office at 775-686-5800.

What are the types of personal injury claims?

So, that means an injury claim against the state government could be brought if it can be shown that the government or one of its employees caused or contributed to a: 1 a car accident involving injury and/or property damage 2 a slip and fall accident 3 medical treatment error amounting to medical malpractice, and 4 other accidents and injuries that would give rise to a personal injury lawsuit agains a private party.

How long does it take to file a claim in Nevada?

Any claim brought against the state in Nevada must be filed within 2 years of the date of injury. If the claim is not filed within two years, it will be rejected by both the state and the courts.

Where did sovereign immunity originate?

This rule originated in England and was adopted by governments in the United States. Traditionally, the king (or sovereign) was immune from lawsuits.

What is a slip and fall accident?

a car accident involving injury and/or property damage. a slip and fall accident. medical treatment error amounting to medical malpractice, and. other accidents and injuries that would give rise to a personal injury lawsuit agains a private party.

What is a statement of damages?

a statement of the amount of damages the person is seeking. a description of how the injury or property damage occurred. an explanation of why the injured person believes the state is responsible for the damages, and.

What is a medical report?

an explanation of why the injured person believes the state is responsible for the damages, and. a copy of a medical report from every physician who treated or examined the injured person, or if property was damaged, a statement of the value of the property, the cost of repairs, and the salvage value.

What is victim witness assistance?

Victim Witness Assistance. If you are a victim or a witness to a crime, the Victim - Witness Assistance Program is designed to provide you with services while you are involved with the criminal justice system. As a victim of crime, you may be experiencing feelings of confusion, frustration, fear, and anger.

What is the purpose of Victim Witness Program?

Attorney’s Office, District of Nevada, is to respond to the needs and uphold the rights of victims and witnesses, and to implement and carry out the requirements of federal law and Department of Justice regulations.

What is an order of restitution?

(c) may order, in addition to or, in the case of a misdemeanor, in lieu of any other penalty authorized by law, that the defendant make restitution to any victim of such offense, or if the victim is deceased, to the victim's estate.

What is the VWPA?

In response to the 1981 President’s Task Force on Violent Crime, and the Victim and Witness Projecting Act (VWPA) of 1982, victim and witness assistance in the federal government was assigned to the U.S. Attorney's Office. A Victim Witness Coordinator was appointed for each U.S. Attorney's Office to ensure compliance with the VWPA.