Founding Member & Managing Partner at Gina Corena & Associates
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Las Vegas is one of the most visited destinations in the United States, attracting millions of tourists each year. With its world-famous casinos, extravagant hotels, and nonstop entertainment, it offers visitors an exciting escape. However, behind the bright lights and luxury, accidents can happen—sometimes with serious consequences.
Slip and fall accidents in Las Vegas casinos are more common than people realize. With high foot traffic, dim lighting in certain areas, and drinks being served around the clock, the risk of slipping, tripping, and falling increases. These accidents can lead to severe injuries, including broken bones, head trauma, and back injuries that could require long-term medical care. If you’ve suffered a slip and fall in a casino, you may have so many questions.
The answers to these questions depend on the circumstances of your accident and whether the casino was negligent in maintaining a safe environment. Casinos are legally obligated to ensure guest safety, and if they fail to do so, they may be held financially liable for any resulting injuries. However, proving negligence in a slip-and-fall lawsuit in Las Vegas can be challenging, as casinos often deny responsibility or attempt to shift blame onto the victim.
Understanding premises liability laws, the legal process, and your rights is crucial if you’re considering taking legal action. In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about suing for a fall in Las Vegas, the steps involved in filing a claim, and how you can reduce your chances of winning your case.
Casinos operate under premises liability laws, which hold property owners accountable for making sure their premises are reasonably safe for guests. In the context of Las Vegas casinos, this means:
If a casino fails to take these precautions and a guest is injured as a result, they may be found negligent and legally responsible for the victim’s injuries.
“Under Nevada law, property owners must maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition for guests and visitors. Failure to do so can result in liability for injuries caused by hazardous conditions.”
However, not every accident leads to a lawsuit. To successfully file a claim, you must prove that the casino knew about the dangerous condition (or should have known about it) and failed to address it in a reasonable time.
Yes, you can sue a casino for a slip-and-fall accident, but winning the case depends on proving negligence. The key factors that determine whether a lawsuit is valid include:
1. Was the casino aware of the hazard?
If the hazard existed long enough that employees should have noticed and fixed it, the casino could be held liable.
2.Did the casino take reasonable steps to prevent the accident?
Businesses are required to maintain their premises, which includes placing warning signs, fixing hazards, and ensuring guests are not put at unnecessary risk.
3.Did your actions contribute to the fall?
If you were intoxicated, distracted, or ignoring apparent warnings, your compensation could be reduced under Nevada’s comparative negligence law.
If you can prove that the casino’s negligence directly caused your injuries, you have a strong case for seeking compensation. However, casinos have teams of attorneys ready to fight these claims, making legal representation essential.
If you’ve been injured in a casino slip and fall, taking the proper steps immediately can strengthen your case. Here’s what you should do:
Since casinos aggressively fight slip-and-fall lawsuits, having strong evidence and legal representation is key to maximizing your settlement.
Casinos are not automatically liable for every slip and fall accident. To win a lawsuit, you must prove that the casino failed to act responsibly. Some factors that influence liability include:
“Nevada follows a modified comparative negligence rule (NRS 41.141). This means a plaintiff can recover damages if they are less than 50% at fault. However, their compensation is reduced by their percentage of fault.”
If your lawsuit is successful, you could be entitled to various types of compensation, including:
Type of Compensation | Description | Limitations (If Any) |
Medical Expenses | Covers hospital bills, rehabilitation, surgeries | No cap |
Lost Wages | Compensation for income lost due to injury | No cap |
Pain and Suffering | Compensation for physical/emotional distress | Capped at $350,000 |
Punitive Damages | If the casino was grossly negligent | Limited to 3x compensatory damages (if over $100K) |
Yes, you can sue a casino for a slip and fall accident if their negligence caused your injuries. You must prove that the casino failed to maintain a safe environment and that this failure led directly to your accident. Evidence like photos, witness statements, and surveillance footage can strengthen your case.
After a slip and fall, seek medical attention immediately, as injuries may not be apparent. Document the scene with photos, report the incident to casino management, and request a copy of the report. Collect witness information and consult a personal injury lawyer to understand your legal options.
Intoxication can impact your claim, but it does not automatically prevent you from suing. If the casino was negligent—such as failing to clean up a hazard—you may still have a case. However, under Nevada’s comparative negligence law, your compensation will be decreased if you were partially at fault.
The amount of compensation varies based on the severity of your injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Nevada caps non-economic damages at $350,000, but there is no cap on medical expenses or lost wages. If gross negligence is proven, punitive damages may also be awarded.
In Nevada, you have two years from the date of your slip and fall accident to file a lawsuit. If you miss this deadline, you may lose your right to seek compensation. Acting quickly ensures key evidence, such as surveillance footage and witness statements, is preserved for your case.
Slip and fall accidents in Las Vegas casinos can cause serious injuries, medical expenses, and lost income. Premises liability laws hold casinos responsible for maintaining a safe environment, but proving negligence is not always straightforward. Surveillance footage, witness testimony, and medical documentation play crucial roles in strengthening a case.
Victims may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. However, casinos often fight these claims aggressively, using defenses such as comparative negligence or disputing the severity of injuries. This is why it’s essential to act quickly, gather strong evidence, and seek legal guidance.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a casino slip-and-fall accident, don’t wait. Contact Gina Corena & Associates today for a free consultation. Our experienced legal team is committed to fighting for your rights and ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve. Let us handle the legal complexities while you focus on your recovery.
As founder of Gina Corena & Associates, she is dedicated to fighting for the rights of the people who suffer life-changing personal injuries in car, truck and motorcycle accidents as well as other types of personal injury. Gina feels fortunate to serve the Nevada community and hold wrongdoers accountable for their harm to her clients.