Casinos owners in Las Vegas may be held liable if a person slips and falls and gets seriously injured while legally on their premises. They have a duty of care to maintain their premises reasonably safe for lawful visitors. Depending on the type and impact of the slip and fall accident, a victim may suffer minor or life-changing injuries. Knowing what steps to take after a slip and fall accident and what requirements to meet to win a compensation claim is crucial.
Slip and Fall Injuries
Slip and fall accidents may be caused by various factors, such as cracked tiles, uneven staircases, and rough pavements. They mainly result in mild pain and injuries that are not life-threatening. Serious injuries like traumatic brain injury (TBI) can occur if the victim hits his or her head on the floor.
Elderly patrons may suffer serious injuries in slip and fall accidents. An elder who suffers a broken bone may have permanent immobility and may be prematurely moved into a nursing home.
Steps to Take After a Slip and Fall Accident
A slip and fall victim should gather enough relevant evidence at the accident scene. He or she should take time-stamped photographs of the scene, clearly detailing the causes of the slip and fall like broken tiles, uneven pavements, and liquid spills. If there was a witness at the accident scene, the victim should take his or her contact information and assurance to testify in the court. By taking these steps, a victim can increase the odds of his or her lawyer winning a casino liability lawsuit.
Casino Liabilities Lawsuit
In a casino liability lawsuit, the plaintiff must prove the following:
- Plaintiff was lawfully in the casino;
- Hazardous conditions existed in the casino;
- The defendant owned or was responsible for the premises when the accident happened;
- The hazardous conditions directly caused the plaintiff’s injuries;
- The defendant either knew about the hazardous condition or caused the hazardous condition.
A slip and fall lawyer can help a plaintiff demonstrate that the cause of the slip and fall accident in the casino was directly attributable to the casino owner’s negligence. If the plaintiff was partially responsible for his or her injuries, then the comparative negligence rule applies. The plaintiff must be less than 50 percent responsible for the fall for him or her to claim damages.
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