Negligent Security Claims
Las Vegas, Nevada
Negligent security accidents in various settings in Las Vegas
You have some safety and security expectations when you are on someone else's property: a Las Vegas hotel, casino, nightclub, parking garage, shopping mall, apartment complex, major sporting event, or live musical performance.
If you were robbed at gunpoint, assaulted, injured, or raped due to the negligence of the person or corporation responsible for your protection - you could sue, claiming negligent security.
Call us at 702-432-1000 to discuss your case and ask to speak with our negligent security lawyer.
We represent clients injured in Las Vegas and other cities in Nevada.
We don't charge for consultations.
Negligence and a duty of care
Property owners, including music festival organizers, sporting event organizers, hotels, and casinos, owe a duty of care to their patrons and guests. This duty of care includes providing a safe environment and taking reasonable steps to prevent foreseeable harm. If they fail to uphold this duty by providing inadequate security, they can be held liable for any injuries or damages resulting from their negligence.
Who is liable?
Liability for an accident depends on the specific circumstances of the case. The liability may fall on the property's owner, event organizers, or other responsible parties if you can prove that their negligence led to the accident or injury.
Under Nevada law, the negligent party (or their business insurance) is financially responsible for the victim's injuries and related losses. It includes medical bills (past, present, future), lost wages, pain and suffering, property damages, and loss of enjoyment of life.
In some cases, multiple parties share liability.
When multiple victims are involved
In Nevada, when multiple victims were involved in a negligent security accident, ALL victims who filed a claim should get compensated.
What to do if were injured
- Seek medical help.
- Take many pictures and videos of the surrounding area of your accident, and from different angles, record the date/time of an incident.
- Take many photos of your injuries.
- Gather the eyewitness information when you can.
- Contact an attorney who handles negligent security accidents. We invite you to call us.
Negligent security: Nightclubs
Las Vegas is famous for its nightclubs and nightlife. Unfortunately, nightclubs can become magnets for assaults and even shootings. So, you know, the nightclubs in Las Vegas have specific safety guidelines. It includes:
- Installing metal detectors or manually searching for guns, knives, and drugs.
- Training bartenders to stop serving alcohol for already intoxicated patrons.
- Conducting thorough background checks for nightclub security.
- Monitoring parking areas.
This is a very partial list. The actual list is much longer. If the nightclub didn't comply with these guidelines - the accident was foreseeable, and the nightclub failed to protect its customers.
If this happens to you, call us at 702-432-1000 to discuss your case.
Negligent security: Hotels
Las Vegas hotels are packed with security guards and surveillance cameras. Some security guards wear uniforms, and some are not, but they are always present. The more expensive the Las Vegas hotel is - the more sophisticated surveillance equipment they install. And, still, accidents happen.
Typically, in a hotel negligent security case, the attorney looks into:
- How did the attacker go unnoticed in the hotel?
- Were the surveillance cameras working?
- Did the victim know the attacker, or was it a domestic violence dispute?
- Was it an inside job?
- Was there adequate lighting in the area where the accident happened?
Most importantly, was the accident foreseeable, and could it have been prevented if the hotel followed the security guidelines and norms?
Negligent security: Casinos
Most Las Vegas casinos have security guards on duty all the time. Still, sometimes, casino security fails to protect its patrons. In Las Vegas, casino patrons often carry large amounts of cash and game chips, making them excellent targets for pickpockets and thieves. Hotel parking lots are the most vulnerable area for assault and robbery crimes.
You need to speak with an attorney if you were assaulted, robbed at gunpoint, or injured in a Las Vegas casino.
Negligent security: Concerts
Negligent security at concerts and music festivals can pose significant risks to attendees. When event organizers fail to provide adequate security measures, it can lead to issues such as crowd-related accidents, thefts, assaults, and other forms of harm.
Negligent security: Sporting events
If there are not enough trained security personnel to monitor the venue, crowd, and entrances/exits, it can result in overcrowding, stampedes, or trampling incidents. The sporting event organizers can be held liable if they were aware of potential security risks based on the event's history or location but failed to address them adequately.
Negligent security: Parking lots
Some common factors contributing to negligent security in a parking lot include cost constraints, lack of risk assessment, inadequate training and staffing, and obsolete security technology. When security measures are insufficient, it can lead to an increased risk of criminal activities such as vandalism or assault.
Negligent security: Apartment complexes
Apartment complexes are known for poor management, resulting in a poor safety record.
Owners of apartment complexes owe their tenants (and visitors) a duty of care, including taking reasonable measures to protect them from harm. When an apartment complex fails to do so, you can sue for negligent security.
Can you sue a security guard?
Yes. In Las Vegas or any other city in Nevada, you might sue the security guard and the business establishment or venue if the security guard who works there injured you. Read our article "Beat up by a nightclub bouncer" to learn more.
Negligent security settlements
Many plaintiffs settle negligent security lawsuits for undisclosed amounts. Depending on the case, some victims get seven-figure settlements, especially when the victim requires long-term care.
Injuries after the accident
Attorneys see negligent security liability claims that involve:
- Broken bones,
- Soft-tissue damages,
- Concussions,
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs),
- Scarring,
- Death.
The drowning accidents at the property's swimming pool can also occur due to negligent security. In addition, victims of assault may suffer post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or other psychological syndromes after the assault.
We can help
Our law firm handles many negligent security liability claims against Las Vegas nightclubs, hotels, casinos, or sporting events. Give us a call. We will analyze the accident's circumstances, determine who is liable, and seek compensation for all damages.
We take all negligent security cases on a contingency basis, which means we only get paid if your claim is successfully resolved.
To speak with our negligent security lawyer, call 702-432-1000.
The initial consultation is always free.
We represent clients in Las Vegas and throughout the surrounding areas of Nevada.
Also, we represent many tourists injured while on vacation in Las Vegas.
Last updated on May 18, 2024.
