If you have been injured on someone’s property in Reno or Washoe County, you need to understand your rights to compensation. Whether negligent casino security resulted in serious injuries or you slipped and fell in a casino, hotel, or restaurant, you may need to contact a Reno premises liability lawyer at Benson & Bingham Accident Injury Lawyers, LLC.
Contact our Reno slip and fall lawyers to discuss the merits of your case to determine if you are entitled to compensation for your injuries. Call us at (775) 600-6000 for a free initial consultation on how we can help with your case.
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Notable Premises Liability Settlements and Verdicts
We have obtained more than $600 million in settlements and judgments for our clients, including:
- $1,200,000 in a slip and fall case
- $500,000 when a client lost a leg after a slip and fall
- $500,000 for injuries suffered in an elevator accident
- $325,000 for a slip and fall involving a storm drain
- $350,000 in an elevator accident
- $300,000 after a dog attacked a senior citizen
- $200,000 when a client slipped and fell on a marble floor
- $195,000 for negligence on the part of a casino employee
Meet our Experienced Premises Liability Attorneys in Reno, NV
Meet our founding attorneys Joseph Benson and Ben Bingham. Our founding partners believe in getting justice for victims of negligence.
Joseph has impressive experience, with more than 25 jury trials, 100 arbitrations and mediations, and countless clients who have become financially whole again. Joseph prioritizes compassion and integrity when handling his client’s injury and accident claims.
Ben thrives most when handling complex injury cases. He loves a challenge and is passionate about advocating for people while they are experiencing the most difficult circumstances of their lives. With over 25 years of experience, clients in Reno trust Ben’s expertise and can count on him to be responsive and dedicated to their case until a settlement or verdict is obtained.
Types of Premises Liability Claims We Handle
Slip and Fall Accidents
Whether you visit a casino, a hotel, or one of the many entertainment venues throughout the Reno and Lake Tahoe areas, you expect a safe experience: handrails next to staircases, floors free of potential hazards, and warnings before you walk across a surface that could increase your risk of injury.
Slip and fall accidents can cause serious injuries that result in lifelong limitations, including:
- Traumatic brain injury
- Spinal cord injury
- Broken bones, including hips, are especially common in elderly individuals
Inadequate or Incompetent Security
In casinos, emotions can quickly run high. Vacation-goers may also struggle with heightened emotions while visiting their hotels. Those facilities must, therefore, exercise care to provide adequate security to help protect their visitors.
If you suffer serious injuries due to an attack from another patron or because security failed to protect you, you may suffer:
- Broken bones
- Internal organ damage
- Soft tissue damage
- Gunshot wounds
- Stab wounds
Pool Accidents
Swimming pools can pose a particular danger to children. Many Reno hotels offer swimming pools to help entertain children while they visit, but those pools can pose a drowning hazard, especially when not properly maintained. Hotels must exercise care to prevent accidents, including properly securing the pool so that children cannot get in without an adult.
How Do Attorneys Determine How Much a Premises Liability Claim in Reno Is Worth?
An attorney cannot guarantee how much compensation you will receive following any accident.
How much you receive will depend on:
Who caused the accident?
In a premises liability accident, the premises owner and the company that operates out of the premises typically bear responsibility for an injury. For example, if you suffered injuries due to inadequate security, the company operating in that location likely bears liability for your injuries. If you suffered injuries in a slip and fall, either the owner of the premises or the company operating there may bear liability for the accident.
You may receive more compensation for your injuries if you can claim compensation against more than one party. You may also find that the party that caused your accident carries premises liability insurance, and the limits of that policy may determine how much compensation you receive.
How much are your medical bills?
After an accident in a Reno facility, your medical bills may mount quickly. Not only will you need to pay for emergency treatment for your injuries, but if you have long-term complications from your injuries, including traumatic brain injury or spinal cord damage, you may also expect those expenses to continue to mount long-term.
You can include your medical expenses as part of your Reno personal injury claim, including:
- Emergency treatment
- Hospitalization
- Transport, if you need to move to a facility closer to home
- Surgery or other treatments
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Modifications to your residence to accommodate your injuries
How much work did you miss due to your injuries?
Even minor injuries can leave you out of work for weeks during your recovery. More serious injuries can leave you unable to work for months or longer, especially if you require multiple treatments or your injuries entirely prevent you from returning to your usual work tasks. Some serious injuries can even prevent you from ever returning to your former profession.
In addition to the other factors that influence your premises liability claim, an experienced attorney will help you determine how pain and suffering can influence your claim. A Reno casino and hotel injury attorney will evaluate physical pain and suffering along with any emotional distress suffered as a result of the accident, including the loss of relationships or the need to miss out on previously planned activities, for example, having to cut a Reno vacation short due to your injuries.
What kind of premises liability insurance does the business have?
Many facilities carry premises liability insurance to help cover any injuries sustained in that facility. This insurance company may contact you with a settlement offer shortly after your accident. Consult an experienced premises liability attorney before accepting, since the offer may not provide adequate compensation for your expenses and losses following a serious accident. An attorney can give you a better idea of how much compensation you deserve for your injuries and assist you as you negotiate with the insurance company.
Frequently Asked Questions About Premises Liability Claims in Reno
What are common defenses to premises liability claims?
Three main defenses that are often used to avoid liability in this type of claim are the open and obvious doctrine, lack of notice, and trespassing.
- Open and obvious danger. Many property owners argue that the hazard that caused the accident was so obvious that the injured person should have taken precautions to avoid injury.
- The injured person was responsible for their own accident. Insurance providers for property owners will often argue that the accident was caused because the injured person was looking down at their phone or wearing the wrong type of shoes for the environment at the location.
- You were on a part of the property where guests normally aren’t allowed or expected to be.
Can I recover compensation if I am partially at fault for a premises liability claim in Nevada?
Yes, if you contributed to the premises liability incident, you can still recover compensation in Nevada according to NRS 41.141. Nevada uses a 51% comparative negligence rule, meaning that if you are 51% or more at fault, you are barred from recovery. Inversely, if you are 50% or less at fault, you are eligible to recover damages.
What damages can I recover through a premises liability lawsuit?
Some of the damage you can recover through a premises liability lawsuit includes medical expenses, lost wages, loss of future earning capacity, damage to personal property as a result of the accident (if you fall and break your phone or an expensive watch, for example), physical pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
What is the attractive nuisance doctrine?
Under the attractive nuisance doctrine, property owners are required to safeguard certain features such as swimming pools, old cars, and appliances on the property to protect curious children from becoming injured. While most trespassers are only afforded minimal duty of care from property owners—such as not deliberately setting a trap to lure and harm a trespasser—special care is afforded to child trespassers whose natural curiosity may entice them to wander onto a property.
If a person becomes injured in a hotel pool, is the hotel liable?
It depends on the circumstances surrounding the injury. Hotel owners attempt to reduce much of the liability they face from the potential for guests to become injured in the pool by posting signs in prominent areas stating that guests use the pool at their own risk, that they must provide children with adult supervision, and that no lifeguard is on duty.
What is my landlord required to do to make my apartment safe?
Your landlord must keep your apartment maintained in a condition that is not hazardous to your health and does not place you at risk of injury. This includes following building codes during construction, replacing loose floorboards or worn flooring materials, providing your residence with locks on doors and windows, providing parking lot security in areas known to have a high crime rate, and other actions designed to protect your well-being.
How long do I have to file a premises liability claim in Nevada?
The statute of limitations on premises liability claims in Nevada is two years from the date that the accident occurred.
Do I need an attorney for a Reno premises liability claim?
While nobody is required to hire an attorney, doing so is likely the best decision you can make to increase the odds of a favorable outcome. If you have suffered an injury due to the negligence of a property owner, a premises liability attorney can greatly enhance your ability to recover damages. Attorneys spend many years obtaining education and experience to handle cases like these and to provide knowledgeable guidance to their clients; more importantly, it’s a virtual guarantee that the party responsible for your injuries and their insurer will hire legal representation. If you sustained injuries due to the negligence of a property owner or manager, consider speaking with the experienced Reno premises liability lawyers at Benson & Bingham Accident Injury Lawyers, LLC, as soon as possible.
Contact a Reno Premises Liability Attorney Today
If you sustained serious injuries in a Reno premises liability accident, do not wait.
Contact Benson & Bingham Accident Injury Lawyers, LLC, today at (775) 600-6000 for a free consultation. We know how to help those who sustained injuries on other people’s property. We also serve clients in Lake Tahoe, Sparks, and Carson City.
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