Proven Record In Resolving Cases For The Maximum Amount.
When you are up against corporate giants and insurance companies, you need an advocate who refuses to back down. At April Injury Law, I use a ‘Tough as Nails, Warm as Toast’ approach, combining aggressive, creative litigation tactics with genuine, compassionate care for my clients. As a boutique firm, I intentionally maintain a smaller caseload so I can personally handle the details of your claim from start to finish. My mission is to serve as your North Star through the chaos, fighting fearlessly to secure the absolute maximum compensation you deserve.
$3.8 Million Wrongful Death
Plaintiff v. Defendant, Las Vegas Mega Resort
Premises case involving the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) where our sweet elderly client fell while attempting to traverse a non-compliant ADA ramp. Our client fell
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to the ground and hit her head. She suffered a severe traumatic brain injury resulting in a subdural hematoma and two strokes, ultimately causing her unfortunate untimely passing. The parties engaged in heavy litigation and were prepared to go to trial. The Client’s Estate successfully won at the Nevada Appellate and Supreme Court level for wrongful death and survival statutes issues that were issues of first impression in Nevada. Defendant’s initial offer to our Client’s Estate and her family was $50,000. The case settled a month before trial for nearly mid 7-figure.
$3.5 Million Product Liability
Plaintiff v. Defendant, International Tool Manufacturing Corporation
Young Doe Client, who was a U.S. Government employee, sustained severe burn injuries to his body after a defective product used as part of his job scope malfunctioned. Shortly after
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conducting tireless investigations, discovery and filing a federal lawsuit against the Corporation in U.S. District Court, District of Nevada, Young Doe Client received a settlement in the 7-Figure without a single deposition being conducted.
$3.0 Million Wrongful Death / ADA Violation
Doe Estate and Family v. California Public Entity
An elderly woman using a disability device fell within a path of travel that violated the ADA on public grounds. As a result, she suffered terrible injuries that she fought very hard to overcome
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with her family by her side. The public entity has since fixed the dangerous condition – litigation was avoided. Co-Counsel with David T. Duncan, Esq.
$1.3 MILLION Auto Collision
Plaintiff v. Defendant, Travel Corporation
Rear-end auto collision involving a 26-year-old young woman who sat as the passenger with her husband. Client was an “eggshell” plaintiff due to having a previous back surgery when she was a teenager. Our young Client had low
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monetary expectations for recovery and was litigation averse. Client suffered four levels of disc protrusions, underwent six different injection procedures between her spine and sacroiliac joint (“SI joint”) with her doctors recommending future surgery to her SI joint and lumbar spine. Honoring the Client’s wishes to not live a long chapter of litigation while also aggressively pursuing maximal justice, Ms. Bonifatto filed a lawsuit to get the case rolling and shortly thereafter, the parties were able to work together efficiently, creatively, and outside the box to reach a successful resolution.
$1.3 MILLION Wrongful Death
Plaintiff v. Doe California County Jail
The young son of our client died from water intoxication (hyponatremia) in a California Jail after the County failed to render medical aid in the mental health unit. Our client’s son was
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a kind non-violent inmate who suffered mental illness who was in the mental health unit for a very short period of time. Co-Counsel with David T. Duncan, Esq.
$1.25 Million Premises Liability
Plaintiff v. Defendant, Large Multinational Gaming Corp.
Ms. Bonifatto was brought in the case to assist as lead litigation counsel to take the case to a jury trial if the case failed to settle. Ms. Bonifatto successfully accomplished settling the case for
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7-Figure shortly after commencing litigation. The matter involved a high-speed auto collision where the commercial travel van defendant hit Client’s vehicle nearly head-on pushing the vehicle into a cement blockade. Client was severely injured. Client underwent two major back surgeries with eight levels of her spine fused together. Defendant initially offered Client $0. Ms. Bonifatto was also able to obtain Client’s under-insured motorist insurance policy limit first in addition to the 7-figure settlement.
$1.25 MILLION Premises Liability
Defendant, Large Multinational Gaming Corp.
Premises case that advanced to heavy litigation. Doe Client was injured by another employee causing him to suffer severe spinal injuries resulting in spine injections and spinal fusion. A few weeks before a jury trial, after
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Doe Client prevailed on a Motion for Summary Judgment on Liability, the parties reached a 7-figure settlement.
$1,050,500 Auto Collision Pinning Man
Plaintiffs in Their Golden Years v. Defendant Driver & State Farm (First Party Insurance)
Elderly couple’s vehicle hit at the Nevada DMV by a young unlicensed driver while exiting their vehicle throwing them to the ground between two vehicles. L2 compression fracture, shoulder tear and surgery.
$750,000 Premises Liability — Pool Area
Plaintiff v. Nevada Hotel & Casino
Trip and fall of a man resulting in a fractured hip. Matter handled efficiently and resolved in less than one year. Co-Counsel with Adam A. Anderson, Esq.
Nearly $500,000 Premises Liability — Arena Event
Plaintiff v. Las Vegas Mega Resort
Trip and fall during an entertainment event resulting in teeth and facial injuries. Matter handled efficiently and resolved while in early stages of litigation.
$440,000 Auto Collision — Corporate Employee
Plaintiff v. Doe Home Repair Company
Rear-end collision resulting in back injuries to a former client with healed pre-existing spine injuries and new spine injuries. Matter settled efficiently after litigation initiated.
$400,000 Auto Collision — Low Visual Damage
Eggshell Plaintiff v. Defendants
Rear-end collision with low visual damage to Plaintiff’s vehicle. Plaintiff had pre-existing conditions from many years before that made her “eggshell.” The claim could not be resolved with the adjuster – Plaintiff filed
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a lawsuit against all Defendants and began litigation. We were able to fairly resolve the matter for 100% of Defendants’ auto policy plus an additional $150,000 from Defendants’ umbrella policy.
$375,000 Premises Liability — Fall at Bar/Lounge
Plaintiff v. Mega Resort
This was a slip and fall case where our client sustained a terrible burst of fractures to their kneecap while visiting a property. The mega resort failed to eliminate a dangerous condition on the property’s floor
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resulting in our client falling onto the ground and into a wall violently. A lawsuit was filed. As a result, the parties were able to settle successfully. Co-Counsel with Adam Anderson, Esq.
$300,000 Auto Collision
Plaintiff Ride Share Driver v. Defendant
Client was rear-ended while she was driving her vehicle as an independent contractor driver for a large company. She suffered multiple disc protrusions in her spine and mild traumatic brain injury. Ms. Bonifatto
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obtained the maximum settlement amount possible in the matter by receiving both the first and third-party insurance company policy limits involved in this matter.
$275,000 Auto Collision — Broken Wrist
Plaintiff v. Defendant T-Bone Driver
Obtained the maximum insurance amount available for our nursing school client was involved in a T-bone collision. She suffered a broken wrist and injuries from airbag deployment delaying her last
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hands-on clinical nursing semester before graduation. She recovered, graduated and is now a practicing nurse helping our community.
$250,000 Premises Liability — Tattoo Shop
Plaintiff suffers fractured nose v. Defendant Corporate Owner
Plaintiff went into an establishment to receive a service. Plaintiff sat in the chair for the service and an improperly weighted light fell onto the bridge
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of the nose fracturing the nose – the nose required future surgery. A lawsuit was filed. The parties engaged in mediation and a successful resolution was reached.
$180,000 Slip and Fall
Plaintiff v. Defendants, National Organic Grocery Store Chain & Retail Mall Corp.
Client tripped and fell in an unlit parking lot resulting in a shoulder tear and ankle fracture.
$150,000 Slip and Fall
Plaintiff v. Large Restaurant Chain
Teacher recovered 6-figure after a terrible slip and fall injuring Client’s knee, hip and back.
$130,000 Auto Collision — Head-On
Plaintiff v. Defendant
Client was involved in a head-on auto collision where the defendant driver pulled out of a private driveway onto a public road causing Client to collide with him. Client suffered a mild traumatic brain injury and spinal injuries.
$115,000 Auto Collision
500% more than medical expenses. Clients were rear-ended during a hit and run collision on the freeway. Fortunately, Defendant left his identification of his vehicle behind. Clients sustained back injuries.
$100,000 BICYCLE — AUTO COLLISION
Plaintiff Cyclist v. Defendant Car
Plaintiff cyclist and his wife were walking their bicycles across the street in Summerlin. Defendant ran the stop sign and hit husband breaking the windshield causing serious bodily harm. Matter resolved for maximum insurance limits in less than 60 days.
$100,000 AUTO COLLISION — Caught on Video
Plaintiff v. Drunk High Speed Driver
High speed rear-end auto collision caught on front and rear dashcam where Defendant driver was driving drunk. April Injury Law swiftly obtained the maximum insurance limits available from Defendant and Plaintiff’s underinsured motorist coverage.
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THESE RESULTS REPRESENT A Selection OF APRIL’S CASES
April Injury Law is proud and honored to have resolved many more — at every level — each for the maximum recovery possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
How we do things differently… We do everything differently. We do not follow old models, we have a modern approach to law, structuring the case, and presenting the case.
Will You, The Lawyer, Work On My Case Personally And Give Me The Attention I Need?
YES – ALWAYS.
That is the only way I work. Each of my clients gets attention because my firm only maintains a small number of cases to enable more personal attention and interaction with me, your lawyer. Every client is also provided with my cell phone number. I understand that sometimes a client needs immediate access and answers to questions when they are going through a challenging time.
Who Can I Talk To Or Not Talk To About My Case?
ALWAYS BE GUARDED UNTIL YOU CONSULT OR HIRE A LAWYER.
You should never speak to the defendant or their insurance company (if one is involved) until you consult with a lawyer. It may feel uncomfortable, but it is for your protection. If you are even thinking of hiring a lawyer, wait to communicate with insurance companies or risk managers until you speak to a lawyer. Never give a recorded statement to any insurance company if you are thinking about hiring a lawyer – insurance companies, even your own, may use this statement against you to later minimize your injuries. You are always allowed to freely speak to your treating doctors about your injuries, pain, and limitations.
I Have Not Hired A Lawyer Yet, Is It A Good Idea To Talk To An Insurance Company Without A Lawyer?
NO. IT IS NOT A GOOD IDEA IF YOU PLAN ON HIRING A LAWYER OR ARE NOT SURE YET.
Insurance companies do not have your best interest at heart, not even your own insurance company. Insurance companies know that many people who have been injured have not hired a lawyer within a day or two of an incident and oftentimes they will call you within that period to get information from you while you are not being protected by a lawyer. The insurance companies do this on purpose to potentially use the information against you later – you may wonder how they use this information against you if the incident was someone else’s fault. One way is that they will ask you about your injuries and how you feel only to use those words against you later to get you to discount your settlement.
I Was In An Accident And The Other Insurance Company Wants To Record My Statement, Should I Let Them?
NO!
The only reason an insurance company wants to take your recorded statement is to find a reason to deny your claim or minimize your injuries. Even an innocent comment or a small detail may be used against you in the future regardless of whether you were not at fault.
Why Should I Pick You Instead Of One Of Those Billboard Law Firms?
READ WHY
If you read April’s bio, you will see in more detail, why. In short, we provide very personal, detailed legal representation. If you want a personal touch and direct access to your lawyer, then we may be a good fit for you. Our law firm is nimble with a lot of experience in both pre-litigation (no lawsuit) matters and litigation matters giving it the ability to prepare a case early on as if it were going into litigation and trial. We do not focus on hundreds/thousands of auto-only cases and have successfully handled a wide array of different types of injury cases from serious injury matters to wrongful death. We always handle matters with the utmost compassion, legal intelligence, and creativity tailored to your case, and with the perseverance and confidence required to obtain what you deserve.
Are Consultations Free?
YES, ALWAYS.
We never charge for consultations and do not limit the time of the consultation so that we may get a good idea of your case and provide you with a detailed preliminary evaluation. It is important to know that you will have your consultation with April Bonifatto and not her staff. She will give you a well-rounded evaluation and will spend as much time as needed so that you have a very good understanding of your options, how a case is valued, and how the law applies to your case. This is the same even if it is found you do not have a case or where your case may be a better fit with a colleague.
Do I Need To Pay Money Now?
NO, BECAUSE WE WORK ON A CONTINGENCY
Rather than having to figure out how you can afford to pay for legal representation out of pocket, contingency fees allow you to hire an attorney without having to worry about the cost. Most personal injury and wrongful death plaintiffs are unable to afford attorney fees unless or until they obtain a settlement from the insurance company or a verdict in court. After all, plaintiffs are normally facing large medical bills for treatment of a serious injury, in addition to the fact that they are probably trying to figure out how they will make ends meet during a period when the family has been deprived of its source of income. Even if they did not have to deal with these problems, most people do not have the financial resources to comfortably afford to pay out of pocket for legal representation. For this reason, and to ensure access to justice for anyone with an injury claim, the Law Office of April N. Bonifatto operates on a contingency fee basis. In simple terms, this means that I do not get paid unless you get paid. Our interests are aligned—we both desire to maximize your recovery.
You do not have to pay any up-front attorney fees and we do not charge per the hour. You do not need to think about money until we settle your claim or get a jury verdict. A client pays a fee to a lawyer only if the lawyer handles the case successfully.
In a contingency fee arrangement, the lawyer agrees to accept a fixed percentage of the total recovery collected for the client. The lawyer also pays for all the costs associated with investigating and litigating your case, regardless of the amount. Claims and Lawsuits can easily get very expensive, arriving at the hundreds of thousands should there be litigation. Once the case is settled, or won at the jury trial, the lawyer’s fee is deducted from the money collected on your behalf. If you lose, neither you nor the lawyer will receive any money. But what about the costs the lawyer spent, do I owe them money? You do not owe your lawyer anything ~ this is the risk the lawyer accepted when taking on your contingency case and you will not owe the law firm any money for the costs the attorney spent on your case.
Can You Help Me With Medical Treatment?
YES.
Many clients do not have health insurance or have health insurance with co-pays or limited coverage that they cannot afford. Sometimes a client’s health insurance is simply not accepted by many doctors and/or requires a primary care physician to refer you to a doctor – which often takes a lot of time and can cause unnecessary delays in treatment. We can help serve as a comprehensive guide in finding you the medical treatment you need with excellent medical providers, specialists, and facilities that can help you with your injuries. Some of these providers / specialists / surgeons will agree to work online and not charge you anything until your case is resolved. They will provide all the billing information to your lawyer for review to make sure all the charges were for the incident and are reasonable. Our office also has the resources to help you with medical care whether you live in Nevada or in another state altogether. We know medical care can be challenging and we are equipped to help.
What Information Do I Need To Round Up To Give To The Law Firm?
ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING YOU HAVE RELATING TO THE INCIDENT… MOST MAY BE ON YOUR PHONE.
Do not feel overwhelmed, we get a lot for you that you cannot get or do not have. To start, we want everything you have so far in your phone or papers you received like medical receipts, police report number, photos/videos you or someone with you may have taken, and insurance card when applicable, a list of witnesses, if any.
Do I Need A Lawyer?
WE PROVIDE AN HONEST RISK ASSESSMENT.
In many cases, clients are faced with large corporations and/or insurance companies who are wealthy and well-versed in fighting claims, even the most deserving and straightforward injury claims. The unfortunate bottom line is that most corporations and insurance companies, even your own insurance company, fight to pay less than the claim value or nothing at all. With this said, our law firm is not in the business of sales. We are in the business of pursuing viable legal actions for individuals who have been hurt by someone or something else. Whether your case is a simple case that can be resolved without filing a lawsuit (pre-litigation) or must go through a lawsuit in court, there is always some element of risk. To ignore the risk factor would be a grave disservice to our clients. Before we agree to representation, we make sure our clients understand all the benefits and risks, small or large, involved in a course of action. Our goal is to give you the tools necessary to make an informed decision for yourself. At April Injury Law, you can expect an honest, straightforward evaluation of:
- The legal merits of your case;
- Case value (Ms. Bonifatto will go through each item you are entitled to recover money from in detail with you);
- The drawbacks and/or hurdles, if any, in your case;
- The timing of your specific case taking into consideration your unique circumstances;
- The types of tactics the individual defendant, corporate defendant, or insurance company for the defendant may attempt to use to weaken your case.
What If I Am From Another State And Was Hurt In Nevada?
NEVADA LAW WILL GOVERN YOUR CLAIM AND WILL NEED TO HIRE A NEVADA LAWYER.
Nevada law will govern your injury (tort) claim, regardless of how you were hurt since you were hurt in the State of Nevada. Federal law may also apply depending on the case. A person who is a resident of another state, but hurt in Nevada, must engage a Nevada licensed attorney to assist with the lawsuit.
How Much Does It Cost To File A Lawsuit?
IT COSTS $270 TO FILE A LAWSUIT IN CLARK COUNTY, NEVADA IN THE GENERAL CIVIL DIVISION, PLUS ANY APPLICABLE JURY FEES. IT IS $402 FOR FEDERAL COURT IN THE U.S. DISTRICT COURT OF NEVADA
Our office files lawsuits in several jurisdictions, including northern Nevada. Once a lawsuit is filed, the Defendant(s) is required to be personally served and those fees may range anywhere from $60 – $300 per Defendant.
How Much Can I Recover If I Win My Case?
IN THE CIVIL UNLIMITED JURISDICTION (NOT SMALL CLAIMS OR JUSTICE COURTS), THE RECOVERY AMOUNT VARIES GREATLY DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF CASE, YOUR SPECIFIC INJURIES, AND EVIDENCE.
There are several components of your injuries and life we look at during the case evaluation to begin a discussion of case value with you. The value of the case will undoubtedly be discussed with you on the consultation call/visit. Our office will discuss what kinds of damages you are entitled to and the difference between those damages, such as medical bills, pain and suffering, lost income, and other types of damages that may apply to your claims.
Some types of cases, such as medical malpractice cases where a person is hurt by a medical provider or government employee, have caps/limits on the amount of recovery the victim can obtain and sometimes gives the victim a shorter window to obtain their recovery. In Nevada, tort reform has been in effect since 2004 and applies to medical malpractice claims. Tort reform restricts the amount of money an injured person can receive for non-economic damages (known in part, like pain and suffering).
How Long Does It Take To Pursue An Injury Case?
REST ASSURED, THAT WE DO NOT DELAY, AND WE DO NOT PLACE CASES ON THE BACK BURNER AND FORGET ABOUT THEM.
Because the firm is not a volume practice and works on every case.
Personalized Attention & Care in Every Case
Unlike high-volume firms where clients rarely speak with their attorney, April Injury Law provides a personalized, hands-on approach. April works directly on every case, communicates frequently with clients, and prepares each matter as if it will go to litigation. This close involvement allows her to understand every detail, build strong legal strategies, and pursue the full value of each case. As an experienced litigator, she confidently guides clients through the process, providing clarity, support, and dedicated advocacy every step of the way.
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