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10 Nevada opinions name it 1 courts 1983–2019 0 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Nevada courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (14)

CaseFollowedCited
Hansen v. Harrah'sgreen
nev · 1984 · cited in 2 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019See Dillard .Dep't Stores, Inc. v. Beckwith, 115 Nev. 372, 377 , 989 P.2d 882, 885 (1999) (holding that a different provision of the NIIA does not bar an employee from bringing a tortious constructive discharge claim because "NRS 616D.030 . . . does not affect the case law of tortious discharge against public policy"); Sands Regent v. Vctlgardson, 105 Nev, 436, 440, 777 P.2d 898, 900 (1989) (allowing employees to bring tortious constructive discharge claims "where the employer's conduct violates strong and compelling public policy"); Hansen v. Harrah's, 100 Nev. 60, 64 , 675 P.2d 394, 397 (198

2019See Dillard .Dep't Stores, Inc. v. Beckwith, 115 Nev. 372, 377 , 989 P.2d 882, 885 (1999) (holding that a different provision of the NIIA does not bar an employee from bringing a tortious constructive discharge claim because "NRS 616D.030 . . . does not affect the case law of tortious discharge against public policy"); Sands Regent v. Vctlgardson, 105 Nev, 436, 440, 777 P.2d 898, 900 (1989) (allowing employees to bring tortious constructive discharge claims "where the employer's conduct violates strong and compelling public policy"); Hansen v. Harrah's, 100 Nev. 60, 64 , 675 P.2d 394, 397 (198

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Sands Regent v. Valgardsongreen
nev · 1989 · cited in 2 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019See Dillard .Dep't Stores, Inc. v. Beckwith, 115 Nev. 372, 377 , 989 P.2d 882, 885 (1999) (holding that a different provision of the NIIA does not bar an employee from bringing a tortious constructive discharge claim because "NRS 616D.030 . . . does not affect the case law of tortious discharge against public policy"); Sands Regent v. Vctlgardson, 105 Nev, 436, 440, 777 P.2d 898, 900 (1989) (allowing employees to bring tortious constructive discharge claims "where the employer's conduct violates strong and compelling public policy"); Hansen v. Harrah's, 100 Nev. 60, 64 , 675 P.2d 394, 397 (198

2019See Dillard .Dep't Stores, Inc. v. Beckwith, 115 Nev. 372, 377 , 989 P.2d 882, 885 (1999) (holding that a different provision of the NIIA does not bar an employee from bringing a tortious constructive discharge claim because "NRS 616D.030 . . . does not affect the case law of tortious discharge against public policy"); Sands Regent v. Vctlgardson, 105 Nev, 436, 440, 777 P.2d 898, 900 (1989) (allowing employees to bring tortious constructive discharge claims "where the employer's conduct violates strong and compelling public policy"); Hansen v. Harrah's, 100 Nev. 60, 64 , 675 P.2d 394, 397 (198

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Dillard Department Stores, Inc. v. Beckwithgreen
nev · 1999 · cited in 2 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019See Dillard .Dep't Stores, Inc. v. Beckwith, 115 Nev. 372, 377 , 989 P.2d 882, 885 (1999) (holding that a different provision of the NIIA does not bar an employee from bringing a tortious constructive discharge claim because "NRS 616D.030 . . . does not affect the case law of tortious discharge against public policy"); Sands Regent v. Vctlgardson, 105 Nev, 436, 440, 777 P.2d 898, 900 (1989) (allowing employees to bring tortious constructive discharge claims "where the employer's conduct violates strong and compelling public policy"); Hansen v. Harrah's, 100 Nev. 60, 64 , 675 P.2d 394, 397 (198

2019See Dillard .Dep't Stores, Inc. v. Beckwith, 115 Nev. 372, 377 , 989 P.2d 882, 885 (1999) (holding that a different provision of the NIIA does not bar an employee from bringing a tortious constructive discharge claim because "NRS 616D.030 . . . does not affect the case law of tortious discharge against public policy"); Sands Regent v. Vctlgardson, 105 Nev, 436, 440, 777 P.2d 898, 900 (1989) (allowing employees to bring tortious constructive discharge claims "where the employer's conduct violates strong and compelling public policy"); Hansen v. Harrah's, 100 Nev. 60, 64 , 675 P.2d 394, 397 (198

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Barjesteh v. Faye's Pub, Inc.green
nev · 1990 · cited in 2 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019See, e.g., Barjesteh v. Faye's Pub, Inc., 106 Nev. 120 , 787 P.2d 401 (1990) (treating Faye's Pub, the corporation, the same as Martin Schwartzer, a majority stockholder of the corporation, for purposes of NIIA immunity).

2019See, e.g., Barjesteh v. Faye's Pub, Inc., 106 Nev. 120 , 787 P.2d 401 (1990) (treating Faye's Pub, the corporation, the same as Martin Schwartzer, a majority stockholder of the corporation, for purposes of NIIA immunity).

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Meers v. Haughton Elevatorgreen
nev · 1985 · cited in 3 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 1997–2006
2 sentences

2006See NRS 616B.603; Meers v. Haughton Elevator, 101 Nev. 283 , 701 P.2d 1006 (1985) (describing the “normal work test,” which is used to determine whether NIIA immunity applies in the nonconstruction context).

2006See NRS 616B.603; Meers v. Haughton Elevator, 101 Nev. 283 , 701 P.2d 1006 (1985) (describing the “normal work test,” which is used to determine whether NIIA immunity applies in the nonconstruction context).

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Wood v. Safeway, Inc.green
nev · 2005 · cited in 2 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2006–2018
2 sentences

2018Wood v. Safeway, Inc., 121 Nev. 724 , 729, 121 P.3d 1026 , 1029 (2005).

2018Wood v. Safeway, Inc., 121 Nev. 724 , 729, 121 P.3d 1026 , 1029 (2005).

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Oliver v. Barrick Goldstrike Minesgreen
nev · 1995 · cited in 1 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2006–2006
2 sentences

2006See, e.g., Meers v. Haughton Elevator, 101 Nev. 283 , 285 n. 3, 701 P.2d 1006 , 1007 n. 3 (1985) (expressly noting that inquiry is different in non-construction situations). . . . ")). [24] Id. [25] Oliver v. Barrick Goldstrike Mines, 111 Nev. 1338, 1349 , 905 P.2d 168, 175 (1995). [26] We note that, even though Commercial Consulting did not hire any subcontractors or independent contractors, it is nonetheless a "principal contractor" under NRS 616A.285's definition of a "principal contractor" as one who contracts to complete an entire project.

2006See, e.g., Meers v. Haughton Elevator, 101 Nev. 283 , 285 n. 3, 701 P.2d 1006 , 1007 n. 3 (1985) (expressly noting that inquiry is different in non-construction situations). . . . ")). [24] Id. [25] Oliver v. Barrick Goldstrike Mines, 111 Nev. 1338, 1349 , 905 P.2d 168, 175 (1995). [26] We note that, even though Commercial Consulting did not hire any subcontractors or independent contractors, it is nonetheless a "principal contractor" under NRS 616A.285's definition of a "principal contractor" as one who contracts to complete an entire project.

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Tucker v. Action Equipment & Scaffold Co.green
nev · 1997 · cited in 1 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2006–2006
2 sentences

2006NRS 616B.603 was formerly located at NRS 616.262. [23] See Tucker, 113 Nev. at 1356 n. 4, 951 P.2d at 1031 -32 n. 4 (recognizing that, under the now defunct control test and under the Meers test, whether a matter was construction or nonconstruction impacted the ease of determining whether a defendant was entitled to NIIA immunity as a statutory employer or co-employee, and citing Sims v. General Telephone & Electronics, 107 Nev. 516 , 529 n. 6, 815 P.2d 151 , 159 n. 6 (1991) ("In non-construction situations such as this case, however, this court has taken a much more fact-specific approach to

2006NRS 616B.603 was formerly located at NRS 616.262. [23] See Tucker, 113 Nev. at 1356 n. 4, 951 P.2d at 1031 -32 n. 4 (recognizing that, under the now defunct control test and under the Meers test, whether a matter was construction or nonconstruction impacted the ease of determining whether a defendant was entitled to NIIA immunity as a statutory employer or co-employee, and citing Sims v. General Telephone & Electronics, 107 Nev. 516 , 529 n. 6, 815 P.2d 151 , 159 n. 6 (1991) ("In non-construction situations such as this case, however, this court has taken a much more fact-specific approach to

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Sims v. General Telephone & Electronicsgreen
nev · 1991 · cited in 1 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2006–2006
2 sentences

2006NRS 616B.603 was formerly located at NRS 616.262. [23] See Tucker, 113 Nev. at 1356 n. 4, 951 P.2d at 1031 -32 n. 4 (recognizing that, under the now defunct control test and under the Meers test, whether a matter was construction or nonconstruction impacted the ease of determining whether a defendant was entitled to NIIA immunity as a statutory employer or co-employee, and citing Sims v. General Telephone & Electronics, 107 Nev. 516 , 529 n. 6, 815 P.2d 151 , 159 n. 6 (1991) ("In non-construction situations such as this case, however, this court has taken a much more fact-specific approach to

2006NRS 616B.603 was formerly located at NRS 616.262. [23] See Tucker, 113 Nev. at 1356 n. 4, 951 P.2d at 1031 -32 n. 4 (recognizing that, under the now defunct control test and under the Meers test, whether a matter was construction or nonconstruction impacted the ease of determining whether a defendant was entitled to NIIA immunity as a statutory employer or co-employee, and citing Sims v. General Telephone & Electronics, 107 Nev. 516 , 529 n. 6, 815 P.2d 151 , 159 n. 6 (1991) ("In non-construction situations such as this case, however, this court has taken a much more fact-specific approach to

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Heitman v. Bank of Las Vegasgreen
nev · 1971 · cited in 1 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2005–2005
2 sentences

2005Ronquillo-Nino's statements taken as a whole do not imply what Doe avers, that Ronquillo-Nino preyed upon Doe because of her mental infirmities. [37] 866 S.W.2d 690 (Tex.Ct.App.1993); cf. Heitman v. Bank of Las Vegas, 87 Nev. 201, 203 , 484 P.2d 572, 573 (1971) (holding that when an employee is shot because of a personal grudge, animosity or other personal motivation having nothing to do with her employment, the NIIA does not bar the suit, but when an employee is injured merely because she happened to be at work when the incident occurred, the NIIA covers the circumstances (citing McColl v. Sc

2005Ronquillo-Nino's statements taken as a whole do not imply what Doe avers, that Ronquillo-Nino preyed upon Doe because of her mental infirmities. [37] 866 S.W.2d 690 (Tex.Ct.App.1993); cf. Heitman v. Bank of Las Vegas, 87 Nev. 201, 203 , 484 P.2d 572, 573 (1971) (holding that when an employee is shot because of a personal grudge, animosity or other personal motivation having nothing to do with her employment, the NIIA does not bar the suit, but when an employee is injured merely because she happened to be at work when the incident occurred, the NIIA covers the circumstances (citing McColl v. Sc

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Highlands Underwriters Insurance Co. v. McGrathgreen
texapp · 1972 · cited in 1 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2005–2005
1 sentence

2005Ronquillo-Nino's statements taken as a whole do not imply what Doe avers, that Ronquillo-Nino preyed upon Doe because of her mental infirmities. [37] 866 S.W.2d 690 (Tex.Ct.App.1993); cf. Heitman v. Bank of Las Vegas, 87 Nev. 201, 203 , 484 P.2d 572, 573 (1971) (holding that when an employee is shot because of a personal grudge, animosity or other personal motivation having nothing to do with her employment, the NIIA does not bar the suit, but when an employee is injured merely because she happened to be at work when the incident occurred, the NIIA covers the circumstances (citing McColl v. Sc

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SURETY MIDLAND INSURANCE COMPANY v. Stategreen
nev · 1981 · cited in 1 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
1 sentence

2000See Star v. Rabello, 97 Nev. 124, 125 , 625 P.2d 90, 91 (1981) (recognizing that the torts of intentional infliction of emotional distress and outrage are synonymous). 4 The dismissal of the negligent infliction of mental and physical damage claim is not being appealed. 5 Circus Circus also contends that the Employees’ second amended complaint violated NRCP 15(a) and the district court’s order because it stated the same claims for relief that were previously dismissed and also added three additional claims for relief without leave of court.

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Star v. Rabellogreen
nev · 1981 · cited in 1 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
1 sentence

2000See Star v. Rabello, 97 Nev. 124, 125 , 625 P.2d 90, 91 (1981) (recognizing that the torts of intentional infliction of emotional distress and outrage are synonymous). 4 The dismissal of the negligent infliction of mental and physical damage claim is not being appealed. 5 Circus Circus also contends that the Employees’ second amended complaint violated NRCP 15(a) and the district court’s order because it stated the same claims for relief that were previously dismissed and also added three additional claims for relief without leave of court.

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Leslie v. J. A. Tiberti Construction Co.green
nev · 1983 · cited in 1 Nevada opinions naming this issue, 1991–1991
2 sentences

1991In addition, this court has noted that “in the absence of a clearly established NIIA defense, summary judgment must be denied.” Leslie v. J. *529 A. Tiberti Construction, 99 Nev. 494, 498 , 664 P.2d 963, 965 (1983). 6 An application of these factors to the instant case reveals that the trial court properly concluded that a factual dispute exists as to whether GTE was Robert’s employer.

1991In addition, this court has noted that “in the absence of a clearly established NIIA defense, summary judgment must be denied.” Leslie v. J. *529 A. Tiberti Construction, 99 Nev. 494, 498 , 664 P.2d 963, 965 (1983). 6 An application of these factors to the instant case reveals that the trial court properly concluded that a factual dispute exists as to whether GTE was Robert’s employer.

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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Also cited on this issue (11)

CaseCitedYears
Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. v. McReynolds green
va · 1976
2 sentences

2000Id. at 286 , 701 P.2d at 1007 (quoting Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. v. McReynolds, 224 S.E.2d 323 (Va. 1976)).

1997Rather, this court invoked the “normal work” test used in other jurisdictions to determine whether the type of work a subcontractor does entitles it to NIIA immunity: “The test (except in cases where the work is obviously a subcontracted fraction of a main contract) is whether that indispensable activity is, in that business, normally carried on through employees rather than independent contractors.” Id. at 286 , 701 P.2d at 1007 (quoting Bassett Furniture Indus., Inc. v. McReynolds, 224 S.E.2d 323 (Va. 1976)).

21997–2000
Williams v. Cottonwood Cove Development Co. green
nev · 1980
2 sentences

2018Thus, Mirage had to affirmatively assert NIIA immunity unless the Malitas's had "reasonable notice and an opportunity to respond," Williams, 96 Nev. at 860 , 619 P.2d at 1221 , "and prejudice [would] not follow." Ivory Ranch, Inc., 101 Nev. at 473 , 705 P.2d at 675 .

2018Thus, Mirage had to affirmatively assert NIIA immunity unless the Malitas's had "reasonable notice and an opportunity to respond," Williams, 96 Nev. at 860 , 619 P.2d at 1221 , "and prejudice [would] not follow." Ivory Ranch, Inc., 101 Nev. at 473 , 705 P.2d at 675 .

12018–2018
Ivory Ranch, Inc. v. Quinn River Ranch, Inc. green
nev · 1985
2 sentences

2018Thus, Mirage had to affirmatively assert NIIA immunity unless the Malitas's had "reasonable notice and an opportunity to respond," Williams, 96 Nev. at 860 , 619 P.2d at 1221 , "and prejudice [would] not follow." Ivory Ranch, Inc., 101 Nev. at 473 , 705 P.2d at 675 .

2018Thus, Mirage had to affirmatively assert NIIA immunity unless the Malitas's had "reasonable notice and an opportunity to respond," Williams, 96 Nev. at 860 , 619 P.2d at 1221 , "and prejudice [would] not follow." Ivory Ranch, Inc., 101 Nev. at 473 , 705 P.2d at 675 .

12018–2018
Harris v. Rio Hotel & Casino, Inc. green
nev · 2001
2 sentences

2006I would reverse the district court’s summary judgment and remand this matter to the district court for further proceedings. 113 Nev. 1349, 1356 , 951 P.2d 1027, 1031 (1997). 117 Nev. 482 , 25 P.3d 206 (2001).

2006I would reverse the district court’s summary judgment and remand this matter to the district court for further proceedings. 113 Nev. 1349, 1356 , 951 P.2d 1027, 1031 (1997). 117 Nev. 482 , 25 P.3d 206 (2001).

12006–2006
Cummings v. United Resort Hotels, Inc. green
nev · 1969
2 sentences

2005App.1972)). [41] E.g., South Carolina State Hosp., 328 S.E.2d at 655 ; Wright, 133 S.E.2d at 41 ; cf. Cummings, 85 Nev. at 27 , 449 P.2d at 248 . [42] Marin, 488 S.W.2d at 863 ; cf. Heitman, 87 Nev. at 203-04 , 484 P.2d at 573 ; McColl, 73 Nev. at 230 , 315 P.2d at 809 . [43] In light of Safeway's argument that it is immune from suit under the NIIA for Ronquillo-Nino's workplace sexual assault, it will be estopped from arguing that her injuries are not covered under a workers' compensation claim.

2005App.1972)). [41] E.g., South Carolina State Hosp., 328 S.E.2d at 655 ; Wright, 133 S.E.2d at 41 ; cf. Cummings, 85 Nev. at 27 , 449 P.2d at 248 . [42] Marin, 488 S.W.2d at 863 ; cf. Heitman, 87 Nev. at 203-04 , 484 P.2d at 573 ; McColl, 73 Nev. at 230 , 315 P.2d at 809 . [43] In light of Safeway's argument that it is immune from suit under the NIIA for Ronquillo-Nino's workplace sexual assault, it will be estopped from arguing that her injuries are not covered under a workers' compensation claim.

12005–2005
Villanueva v. Astroworld, Inc. green
texapp · 1993
2 sentences

2005Ronquillo-Nino's statements taken as a whole do not imply what Doe avers, that Ronquillo-Nino preyed upon Doe because of her mental infirmities. [37] 866 S.W.2d 690 (Tex.Ct.App.1993); cf. Heitman v. Bank of Las Vegas, 87 Nev. 201, 203 , 484 P.2d 572, 573 (1971) (holding that when an employee is shot because of a personal grudge, animosity or other personal motivation having nothing to do with her employment, the NIIA does not bar the suit, but when an employee is injured merely because she happened to be at work when the incident occurred, the NIIA covers the circumstances (citing McColl v. Sc

2005Ronquillo-Nino's statements taken as a whole do not imply what Doe avers, that Ronquillo-Nino preyed upon Doe because of her mental infirmities. [37] 866 S.W.2d 690 (Tex.Ct.App.1993); cf. Heitman v. Bank of Las Vegas, 87 Nev. 201, 203 , 484 P.2d 572, 573 (1971) (holding that when an employee is shot because of a personal grudge, animosity or other personal motivation having nothing to do with her employment, the NIIA does not bar the suit, but when an employee is injured merely because she happened to be at work when the incident occurred, the NIIA covers the circumstances (citing McColl v. Sc

12005–2005
Commercial Standard Insurance Company v. Marin green
texapp · 1972
1 sentence

2005App.1972)). [41] E.g., South Carolina State Hosp., 328 S.E.2d at 655 ; Wright, 133 S.E.2d at 41 ; cf. Cummings, 85 Nev. at 27 , 449 P.2d at 248 . [42] Marin, 488 S.W.2d at 863 ; cf. Heitman, 87 Nev. at 203-04 , 484 P.2d at 573 ; McColl, 73 Nev. at 230 , 315 P.2d at 809 . [43] In light of Safeway's argument that it is immune from suit under the NIIA for Ronquillo-Nino's workplace sexual assault, it will be estopped from arguing that her injuries are not covered under a workers' compensation claim.

12005–2005
McColl v. Scherer green
nev · 1957
2 sentences

2005Ronquillo-Nino's statements taken as a whole do not imply what Doe avers, that Ronquillo-Nino preyed upon Doe because of her mental infirmities. [37] 866 S.W.2d 690 (Tex.Ct.App.1993); cf. Heitman v. Bank of Las Vegas, 87 Nev. 201, 203 , 484 P.2d 572, 573 (1971) (holding that when an employee is shot because of a personal grudge, animosity or other personal motivation having nothing to do with her employment, the NIIA does not bar the suit, but when an employee is injured merely because she happened to be at work when the incident occurred, the NIIA covers the circumstances (citing McColl v. Sc

2005Ronquillo-Nino's statements taken as a whole do not imply what Doe avers, that Ronquillo-Nino preyed upon Doe because of her mental infirmities. [37] 866 S.W.2d 690 (Tex.Ct.App.1993); cf. Heitman v. Bank of Las Vegas, 87 Nev. 201, 203 , 484 P.2d 572, 573 (1971) (holding that when an employee is shot because of a personal grudge, animosity or other personal motivation having nothing to do with her employment, the NIIA does not bar the suit, but when an employee is injured merely because she happened to be at work when the incident occurred, the NIIA covers the circumstances (citing McColl v. Sc

12005–2005
Doe v. South Carolina State Hospital green
scctapp · 1985
1 sentence

2005App.1972)). [41] E.g., South Carolina State Hosp., 328 S.E.2d at 655 ; Wright, 133 S.E.2d at 41 ; cf. Cummings, 85 Nev. at 27 , 449 P.2d at 248 . [42] Marin, 488 S.W.2d at 863 ; cf. Heitman, 87 Nev. at 203-04 , 484 P.2d at 573 ; McColl, 73 Nev. at 230 , 315 P.2d at 809 . [43] In light of Safeway's argument that it is immune from suit under the NIIA for Ronquillo-Nino's workplace sexual assault, it will be estopped from arguing that her injuries are not covered under a workers' compensation claim.

12005–2005
EMPLOYERS INSURANCE CO. v. Wright green
gactapp · 1963
1 sentence

2005App.1972)). [41] E.g., South Carolina State Hosp., 328 S.E.2d at 655 ; Wright, 133 S.E.2d at 41 ; cf. Cummings, 85 Nev. at 27 , 449 P.2d at 248 . [42] Marin, 488 S.W.2d at 863 ; cf. Heitman, 87 Nev. at 203-04 , 484 P.2d at 573 ; McColl, 73 Nev. at 230 , 315 P.2d at 809 . [43] In light of Safeway's argument that it is immune from suit under the NIIA for Ronquillo-Nino's workplace sexual assault, it will be estopped from arguing that her injuries are not covered under a workers' compensation claim.

12005–2005
Weaver v. Shell Oil Company green
nev · 1975
2 sentences

1983Weaver v. Shell Oil Co., 91 Nev. 324, 328 , 535 P.2d 787 (1975).

1983Weaver v. Shell Oil Co., 91 Nev. 324, 328 , 535 P.2d 787 (1975).

11983–1983

Statutes the citing opinions construe

NV § Nev. Rev. Stat. § 616A.020 (7) NV § Nev. Rev. Stat. § 616B.612 (4) NV § Nev. Rev. Stat. § 616A.030 (3) NV § Nev. Rev. Stat. § 616A.210 (3) NV § Nev. Rev. Stat. § 616B.603 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

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