In Nevada, a person who was injured as a result of an owner’s failure to maintain his or her property only has 2 years to file a claim in court. This law falls under premises liability, where property owners have a duty to maintain safe conditions for visitors. The state also uses a modified comparative negligence rule with a 51% bar for recovery.
Injured in a Fall? We Can Help
If You Fell and Got Hurt on Someone Else’s Property, They May Owe You Money
You’re not clumsy. You’re not careless. If you slipped, tripped, or fell because a property owner didn’t keep their floors, stairs, or walkways safe, you have legal rights.
Falls happen every day at Las Vegas casinos, hotels, stores, restaurants, and parking lots. When wet floors go unmarked, broken stairs stay unfixed, or spills aren’t cleaned up, serious injuries follow—broken bones, head trauma, back injuries, and worse. If a property owner’s carelessness caused your fall, you shouldn’t have to pay for their mistake.
We help injured Las Vegas residents get the money they deserve after slip and fall accidents. Whether you fell in a major casino on the Strip, a local grocery store, or an apartment complex, we’ll fight to hold the property owner accountable. You have two years under Nevada law to file a claim—don’t wait until it’s too late.
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Can I Still Get Money If I Was Partly Responsible?
Yes—as long as you’re not more than 50% at fault. Nevada’s “51% rule” means if you’re blamed for 51% or more of your fall, you get nothing. But if you’re 50% or less at fault, you can still recover money—just reduced by your percentage.
Example: Your case is worth $100,000. The property owner claims you were texting and not watching where you walked—30% your fault. You’d get $70,000. But if they say you’re 60% at fault, you get zero.
Property owners will try to blame you to avoid paying. They’ll say you weren’t watching, wore “wrong” shoes, the danger was “obvious,” or you ignored warnings (even if there weren’t any). Their goal: push your fault over 50%.
We fight back. We prove the dangerous condition wasn’t obvious, the owner knew about it, and they failed to fix or warn you. Even if you were distracted, the property owner still had a legal duty to keep their floors safe.
What Should I Do After a Slip and Fall Accident?
The minutes right after your fall are critical for protecting your rights. Here’s exactly what to do:
Common Injuries We See in Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents cause serious injuries—not just bruises and scrapes. When you hit the ground hard or twist your body trying to catch yourself, the damage can be severe and life-changing.
Sprains and Twisted Joints
When you slip or trip, your body twists unnaturally trying to stop the fall. This stretches or tears the ligaments that connect your bones, causing sprains. Ankle and wrist sprains are most common because people land on their hands and feet. A bad sprain can hurt for months and may need surgery if the ligament tears completely.
Broken Bones (Fractures)
Falls cause broken bones all the time—especially wrists, arms, hips, ankles, and legs. When you put your hands out to catch yourself, wrist and arm fractures happen. Hip fractures are particularly serious, especially for older adults, and often require surgery and months of recovery. Many broken bones need casts, pins, or plates to heal properly.
Soft Tissue Injuries
Soft tissue injuries are damage to your muscles, ligaments, and tendons. These injuries can be just as painful as broken bones. You might tear a muscle in your back, pull a tendon in your shoulder, or damage ligaments in your knee. The pain, swelling, and bruising may not show up until hours or days after your fall, which is why seeing a doctor immediately is so important.
Head Injuries and Concussions
Hitting your head when you fall is extremely dangerous. A concussion happens when your brain gets jolted inside your skull. Symptoms include headaches, dizziness, confusion, nausea, and memory problems. Even if you didn’t pass out, you could have a serious concussion that needs medical attention right away.
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
The most serious head injuries from slip and fall accidents are traumatic brain injuries. These can cause permanent brain damage, skull fractures, bleeding in the brain, and other life-threatening problems. TBI symptoms may include loss of consciousness, severe headaches, seizures, slurred speech, or confusion. If you hit your head hard when you fell, get to an emergency room immediately.
Back and Spine Injuries
Landing hard on your back can damage your spine, herniate discs, or injure your spinal cord. Back injuries cause chronic pain, numbness, tingling, and in severe cases, paralysis. Spinal cord damage is permanent and life-altering. These injuries often require surgery, physical therapy, and long-term medical care.
Don’t assume your injuries are minor just because you can walk. Many serious injuries don’t show symptoms right away. Get medical attention the same day you fall, even if you feel okay. Medical records from the day of your accident are critical evidence for your case.
If you were hurt in a slip and fall accident in Las Vegas, call us at (702) 867-8900 for a free consultation. We’ll help you get the money you need for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Nevada Laws in Slip and Fall Accident Claims
Nevada has specific laws that affect your slip and fall case. Understanding these rules helps you know what to expect and how to protect your rights.
You Have 2 Years to File Your Claim
Under Nevada law, you have two years from the date you fell to file a lawsuit. Miss this deadline and you lose your right to any money—no matter how badly you were hurt.
Important exceptions:
- Government property: Only 6 months to file a notice of claim
- Minors: The clock pauses until they turn 18
Nevada’s 51% Fault Rule
If you were partly at fault for your fall, you can still get money—but only if you were less than 51% responsible.
Example: If your damages are $100,000 and you’re found 20% at fault, you get $80,000. But if you’re 51% or more at fault, you get nothing.
Property owners will try to blame you to avoid paying. We fight these tactics and prove they were negligent—not you.
Types of compensation for slip and fall injuries
Victims of slip and fall accidents in Las Vegas may be entitled to various types of compensation. Understanding these can help you and your attorney pursue a fair settlement.
Medical expenses
Medical expenses form a significant part of compensation, covering all related treatments. This includes emergency room visits, hospitalization,
surgeries, follow-up procedures, physical therapy, rehabilitation, prescription medications, and necessary medical equipment like crutches or wheelchairs. Future medical care related to the injury is also considered.
Lost wages
Lost wages compensation accounts for time missed from work due to injuries. This encompasses not only salary or hourly wages lost during recovery but
also lost bonuses, commissions, and benefits such as contributions to retirement accounts. If the injury affects your long-term ability to work, reduced earning capacity is also factored in.
Pain and suffering
Pain and suffering compensation addresses both physical and emotional distress caused by the accident. This includes physical discomfort from injuries,
emotional trauma, anxiety, or depression resulting from the accident. Loss of enjoyment of life due to physical limitations and compensation for permanent scarring or disfigurement also fall under this category.
Loss of consortium
If the injury affects the victim’s relationship with their spouse, loss of consortium may be claimed. This covers loss of companionship and intimacy. In cases of extreme
negligence, punitive damages may be awarded to punish the responsible party, though these are rare in slip and fall cases and require proof of willful or reckless conduct.
Lost opportunities
In some cases, compensation may be awarded for lost opportunities, such as missed business opportunities or cancelled vacations due to the injury. If the slip and fall
accident resulted in death, wrongful death damages may be claimed, covering funeral and burial expenses, loss of financial support for dependents, and loss of companionship and guidance for family members.
Property damage
Property damage compensation covers repair or replacement of personal items damaged in the fall, such as phones, watches, glasses, or clothing. Out-of-pocket
expenses related to the accident are also considered, including transportation costs to medical appointments, home modification expenses if required by the injury, and costs of hiring help for tasks you can no longer perform.
Las Vegas slip and fall Statistics
Insurance companies are quick to call after a crash—but their offers rarely reflect the true cost of your injuries. That’s where the experience of a skilled legal team makes all the difference.
At Wooldridge Law Injury Lawyers, we’ve handled hundreds of complex car accident claims in Las Vegas. We understand the local courts, Nevada’s legal system, and the pressure tactics insurers often use to minimize payouts. Whether it’s through tough negotiation or courtroom litigation, we fight for the full compensation our clients need to recover and move forward.
Lethal accidents
Insurance companies are quick to call after a crash—but their offers rarely reflect the true cost of your injuries.
On interstate highways
Insurance companies are quick to call after a crash—but their offers rarely reflect the true cost of your injuries.
In both categories
Insurance companies are quick to call after a crash—but their offers rarely reflect the true cost of your injuries.
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Frequently asked questions about slip, trip, and fall accidents in Nevada
What is the slip and fall law in Nevada?
What is the highest payout for slip and fall?
A slip and fall lawsuit in Nevada typically begins with the victim seeking medical attention and consulting an attorney. The attorney then investigates the accident, gathers evidence, and attempts to negotiate a settlement with the property owner or their insurance company. If negotiations fail, a lawsuit is filed, followed by the discovery phase, possible mediation, and potentially a trial if no settlement is reached.
How does a slip and fall lawsuit work?
A contingency fee is a payment structure where an attorney’s fees depend upon winning the case. The attorney only gets paid if they secure a settlement or a court award for the client. The fee is a percentage of the settlement, typically ranging from 20% to 50%. This is common in personal injury litigation where the client seeks monetary compensation.
On the other hand, a flat fee is a fixed amount that a client pays to an attorney for a specific service, regardless of the case’s outcome or the time spent on the matter. This payment structure is often used for more predictable legal work, such as drafting wills, handling straightforward divorce proceedings, or dealing with certain criminal defense cases.
The main difference between the two lies in the payment’s dependence on the case outcome: contingency fees depend on winning the case, while flat fees are paid upfront and are not tied to the case result.
How long does a slip and fall case take in Las Vegas?
Most slip and fall cases settle in 6-18 months. Some settle faster if your injuries are clear and the property owner’s fault is obvious. Others take longer if your injuries require ongoing treatment or if the insurance company refuses to make a fair offer. We don’t rush your case. We wait until you’ve finished medical treatment so we know the full extent of your injuries and future costs. If the insurance company won’t pay what you deserve, we’ll file a lawsuit and take your case to court. Your case takes as long as it needs to get you maximum compensation.
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Serving accident victims throughout Southern Nevada, we provide dedicated legal representation to clients in communities across the region. No matter where your accident occurred, you have access to experienced local accident attorneys who know Nevada law and procedure. Below are just some of the cities and neighborhoods we service nearby:
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- McCarran international Airport
- North Las Vegas
- Paradise
- Rhodes Ranch
- Southern Highlands
- Spring Valley
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- Summerlin West
- Sunrise Manor
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- The Lakes
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