Las Vegas Premises Liability Lawyer

Whether you’re a resident of Las Vegas or you’re here visiting, you deserve to have a safe experience wherever you go. From clear walkways to sufficient lighting, it’s the property owners’ job to maintain safe conditions for all visitors.

Understanding Premises Liability Laws and Your Legal Rights

If you sustained an injury on another person’s property that could have been prevented, contact the Las Vegas premises liability lawyers at Richard Harris Personal Injury Law Firm. Complete a free initial consultation form now or call (702) 444-4444.

Common Accidents in Las Vegas

Downtown Las Vegas is always busy—day and night. Traffic is jammed with people trying to get to work, the walkways are crowded with sightseers, and the casinos are packed with guests.

Despite the constant rush of people, property owners are still responsible for maintaining safe premises and preventing dangerous conditions. At Richard Harris Personal Injury Law Firm, we care about your safety and well-being, and our Las Vegas premises liability lawyers work with you to make sure you get the money you need to fully recover from your accident.

Where Was Your Injury?

No matter where your injury occurred, if it was on another person’s property and the accident could have been prevented, you could be entitled to compensation. Common accidents in Las Vegas take place at:

arenas and shows,
casinos,
crosswalks,
hotels,
parking lots,
sidewalks,
and other locations.

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Dangerous Conditions

Suffering an injury on another person’s property can be frustrating, especially when it’s a result of the person’s negligent actions. You’re worrying about medical bills, dealing with the insurance company, and trying to heal—all because someone else failed to keep his property safe.

Premises liability claims can range from slip and fall accident to personal attacks, and property owners are responsible for injuries that occur as a result of an unsafe condition that could have been prevented. Such conditions can include:

Broken furniture
Damaged stairs or handrails
Falling objects
Lack of security
Poorly lit areas
Slippery or waxed floors
Uneven or unclear walkways
Unlabeled construction areas

Premises Liability Claim Misconceptions

Although you might think that most companies would rather prevent premises liability claims from going to court—and prevent the bad publicity that accompanies a lawsuit—typically, that’s not the circumstances. Many companies don’t want to settle quickly or fairly, in hopes that it will deter injured victims from making claims.

One of the biggest misconceptions we see from folks who have come to Las Vegas and they’re injured in, let’s say, one of the hotels, is that that hotel will want to quickly settle the case in order to avoid the bad publicity and bad goodwill that would be brought on if one of their guests were injured.

Find Out if You Have a Case

By law, owners must maintain a certain level of safety on their property and when they fail to do so, they should be held accountable. In premises liability claims, you must prove that:

the accident was caused on another person’s property as a result of his/her negligence
and the owner was aware of the unsafe conditions and could have prevented the situation.

What Should I Do?

Whether you slip because of standing water on the floor, or you fall down because of a hole in the ground, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries if you were injured on another person’s property.

Here are some tips to remember after your accident that can help build your claim:

Get medical treatment. Even if you don’t think you were injured or your injuries seem minor at the time, you should seek professional care and document your treatment.
Take pictures where the accident occurred. If you have access to a camera, you should photograph the area where you were injured and what caused your accident before anyone has the opportunity to improve the condition of the property.
Don’t sign anything or give a statement to the owner. The owner may try to use your words against you later, so it is important not to discuss anything with anyone except your premises liability lawyer.

WHAT'S YOUR STORY?

Slip And Falls FAQ

If I slip and fall on another person’s property, can I get compensation for my injuries?

Yes. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries if you were injured on another person’s property. To get compensation, you must prove that:

the accident was caused on another person’s property as a result of his/her negligence and the owner was aware of the unsafe conditions and could have prevented the situation.

What types of accidents are considered premises liability claims?

Accidents that occur on another person’s property as a result of his/her failure to maintain the conditions of the property can be considered a premises liability. These conditions can include:

Broken furniture
Damaged stairs or handrails
Falling objects
Lack of security
Poorly lit areas
Slippery or waxed floors
Uneven or unclear walkways
Unlabeled construction areas

Why should I hire a local law firm?

You should hire Richard Harris Personal Injury Law Firm to handle your premises liability case because the attorneys at our firm know the laws in Nevada. We also know the businesses in the area and may be able to investigate the details of your accident quicker than an out-of-state lawyer.

What should I do if I was injured on someone else’s property?

If you were hurt on someone else’s property, here are some tips to remember:

Get medical treatment. Even if you don’t think you were injured or your injuries seem minor at the time, you should seek professional care and document your treatment.
Take pictures where the accident occurred. If you have access to a camera, you should photograph the area where you were injured and what caused your accident before anyone has the opportunity to improve the condition of the property.
Don’t sign anything or give a statement to the owner. The owner may try to use your words against you later, so it is important not to discuss anything with anyone except your lawyer.

Will I have to come back to Las Vegas if I file a lawsuit, but I live in another state?

There is no guarantee whether or not you will have to come back to Las Vegas to settle your premises liability claim. Your attorney may be able to reach a fair settlement without you returning; however, if a settlement can’t be reached, you should be prepared to come back to be a part of the legal process.

Has the Richard Harris Law Firm represented other out-of-state clients?

Yes. Our law firm has more than 30 years of experience representing people who have been injured, and we’ve worked with people all across the nation—and the world.