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Trent L. Richards

Trent L. Richards

Law Offices of Trent L. Richards

16+ Years

Legal Experience

About Trent L. Richards

Trent L. Richards is a distinguished attorney whose practice focuses on business and contract litigation, construction defect cases, employment law, and consumer law. He has been based in Henderson, Nevada, since relocating from Salt Lake City, Utah, in 2003.

Before embarking on his legal career, Mr. Richards served in the United States Marine Corps from 1997 to 2003. During his service, he was a non-commissioned officer with Fox Co. 2nd Bn, 23rd Marines, participating in both Operation Noble Eagle and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Mr. Richards has extensive experience in the construction industry, having worked on single-family residential production homes in Las Vegas, Nevada, and custom homes in Salt Lake City, Utah. His construction work includes award-winning home show houses, both before and after his military service.

In 2008, Mr. Richards earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Nevada Las Vegas, William S. Boyd School of Law, alongside a Masters of Business Administration from the same institution. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Westminster College of Salt Lake City, obtained in 2001.

Mr. Richards is admitted to practice law in several jurisdictions, including the State Bar of Nevada, the Utah State Bar, the United States District Court for the District of Nevada, the United States District Court for the District of Utah, the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Nevada, and the United States Tax Court.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Personal Injury
Business Law
Consumer Law
Collections
Animal & Dog Bites
Brain Injury
Car Accidents
Construction Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Premises Liability
Truck Accidents
Wrongful Death
Business Contracts
Business Dissolution
Business Finance

Nevada Car Accident Laws

Understanding Nevada's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

2 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

modified comparative fault (51%)

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$20K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Trent L. Richards's main practice areas?

Trent L. Richards focuses on business and contract litigation, construction defect, employment law, and consumer law.

Where did Trent L. Richards receive his law degree?

He received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Nevada Las Vegas, William S. Boyd School of Law in 2008.

What military service did Trent L. Richards complete?

Trent L. Richards served in the United States Marine Corps from 1997 to 2003, participating in Operation Noble Eagle and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

In which jurisdictions is Trent L. Richards admitted to practice?

He is admitted to the State Bar of Nevada, the Utah State Bar, and several U.S. District and Tax Courts.

Contact Information

112 S. Water Street, Suite 104 Henderson NV 89015
Henderson, NV
7028007634 Visit Website

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Trent for a free case review

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