Ash Watkins of Sam & Ash Injury Law Shares Fourth of July Safety and Insurance Tips on KTNV Morning Blend
Las Vegas, NV – The Fourth of July is one of the busiest, and riskiest, holidays of the year, and this year’s 250th promises to be bigger than ever. But a single accident can turn a celebration into a crisis. Ahead of the holiday weekend, Ash Watkins, partner at Sam & Ash Injury Law, joined KTNV’s Morning Blend to share practical safety and insurance tips to help Southern Nevadans protect themselves, their families, and their finances.
From holiday road trips and backyard cookouts to pool parties, dayclubs, and fireworks, Ash walked viewers through the risks that spike around Independence Day, and the steps that make all the difference if something goes wrong.
Review Your Insurance Before the Holiday
One of Ash’s most important reminders: check your coverage before the weekend, not after. She urged drivers to review their auto policies and pay close attention to uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage, which protects you when an at-fault driver has little or no insurance, which is a real risk during a holiday known for impaired driving. Hosts should also review their homeowners or renters insurance, since a guest injured at a gathering can lead to a claim.
Drunk Driving & Road Safety
Independence Day is consistently among the deadliest holidays for impaired-driving crashes. Ash encouraged everyone celebrating to line up a sober ride — a designated driver or rideshare — and to stay alert for impaired and distracted motorists on busy Las Vegas roads.
Pool, Water & Child Safety
With pool parties, beaches, and dayclubs in full swing, Ash stressed close, constant supervision of children near water, where drowning can happen silently and in seconds. She also addressed Las Vegas dayclub injury risks, reminding viewers that venues have a responsibility to maintain safe conditions, and that guests injured by negligence may have legal rights.
Fireworks, Grills, and Heat
Ash rounded out the segment with seasonal hazards: keep children away from fireworks and sparklers (only Safe & Sane consumer fireworks are legal in Clark County), use caution around hot grills, and watch for heat exhaustion and heat stroke, as temperatures climb past 100°F.
What to Do If You’re Injured
If you’re hurt because of someone else’s negligence, Ash advised: get medical attention immediately, document everything, avoid giving recorded statements to insurance companies, and speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
“Celebrations should be remembered for the right reasons,” Ash shared. “A little preparation — and knowing your rights — can protect both your family and your future.”
Know Your Rights This Summer
At Sam & Ash Injury Law, the team helps injury victims across Nevada and California pursue the compensation they deserve — handling everything from car accidents and premises liability to dog bites and heat-related injuries, while fighting insurance companies and supporting clients every step of the way.
If you or a loved one is injured this summer, Sam & Ash Injury Law offers free, no-obligation consultations 24/7. Call 702-820-1234 or visit samandashlaw.com — because you deserve what’s right.
