Premises Liability: Injured at the Stadium
Las Vegas, Nevada
Injured during a sporting game
In the bustling city of Las Vegas, where entertainment knows no bounds, a new era of sports and events has emerged with the unveiling of four state-of-the-art stadiums within the past six years. Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas Ballpark, T-Mobile Arena, and The Dollar Loan Center are architectural marvels, captivating sports enthusiasts and concert-goers alike.
Yet, when such a large concentration of people in one place exists, accidents may happen.
If you got injured while attending and watching a game at the stadium, call us at 702-432-1000.
We don't charge for consultations.
We represent clients in Las Vegas and Nevada.
We also represent many tourists who got injured while visiting Las Vegas.
What is the premises liability at the stadium?
Premises liability at a stadium means the owners, operator, event organizer, security firm, or maintenance contractors are responsible for providing a safe setting for all attendees.
What kind of accidents happen at the stadium?
The accidents at the stadium range from minor incidents to severe injuries. Here are some common types:
Slips, trips, and falls: Slippery or wet floors, uneven surfaces, cluttered walkways, floor hazards, or inadequate lighting can lead to many slip and fall accidents.
Falling objects: Items such as equipment, signage, or debris can fall from heights and cause injuries to spectators or staff.
Food poisoning or allergic reactions: Consuming contaminated or allergenic food and beverages sold at the stadium can lead to food poisoning or severe allergic reactions.
Falls from heights: Elevated seating areas, staircases, or platforms without proper railings or barriers can result in falls from significant heights at the stadium.
Crowd-related incidents: Large crowds can lead to accidents such as pushing, shoving, or crushing, especially during crowded events or narrow passageways.
Inadequate security: Insufficient security measures can result in altercations, fights, or other violent incidents at the stadium.
Weather-related incidents: Extreme weather conditions, such as lightning, storms, or excessive heat, can pose risks to attendees and staff, especially for outdoor stadiums.
Transportation accidents: Accidents can happen in parking lots, shuttle buses, or other transportation facilities associated with the stadium.
Suing stadium for damages
If the stadium owners, operator, event organizer, security firm, or maintenance contractors fail to provide a safe environment for the game attendees, you can sue them for negligence.
Under Nevada law, the negligent party (or their business insurance) is financially responsible for all damages. It includes medical bills, loss of income, pain and suffering, and other damages.
In some cases, multiple parties could be negligent and responsible for your injury (also known as shared liability).
What kind of injuries happen at the stadium?
Some common injuries include:
• Sprains and strains: These injuries result from slips, trips, or falls on uneven surfaces or stairs.
• Fractures: Broken bones due to falls, collisions, or structural failures.
• Cuts and abrasions: Caused by sharp or protruding objects, defective seating, or falls.
• Concussions and head injuries: Due to falls, collisions, or being struck by falling objects.
• Back and neck injuries: Often caused by falls, poorly maintained seating, or inadequate support.
• Heat exhaustion: In outdoor stadiums during hot weather outdoor events.
• Food poisoning: Resulting from contaminated food or beverages sold at the stadium.
What to do if you got injured at the stadium?
If you have been injured at a stadium, it's essential to take these steps to protect your health, well-being, and legal rights:
1. Seek medical attention: Your health and safety are the top priorities. You must see a doctor immediately. Save records of all medical treatments and expenses.
2. Report the incident: Inform stadium staff, security personnel, or event organizers about the accident. Ensure that they filed an incident report.
3. Document the scene: Take photos of the accident site with your mobile phone, including the hazard or dangerous condition that led to your injury. Photograph any visible injuries as well and collect witnesses' information.
4. Preserve evidence: Keep any clothing or shoes you wore during the incident. These items might serve as evidence in your case. Additionally, preserve any documents related to your injury, such as medical bills and records.
5. Do not admit fault: Avoid making statements or admitting fault, especially when talking to stadium staff, security, or insurance representatives. Stick to the facts without speculating about the incident.
6. Avoid discussing the case publicly: Refrain from debating the incident or your injuries on social media or with strangers. The stadium insurance company will use anything you say or write against you.
7. Do not sign anything without legal advice: If the stadium's insurance company contacts you with a settlement offer, do not sign anything without consulting your attorney. We invite you to call us. Insurance adjusters are not your friends. They often try to settle for less than your case is worth.
Challenges when suing a stadium for negligence
Attorneys face many challenges when suing a stadium:
• Establishing negligence: Proving negligence involves demonstrating that the stadium owner or operator failed to maintain a safe environment. It often requires substantial evidence and expert testimony to establish liability definitively.
• Shared responsibility: Determining liability at the stadium accident can be complicated if multiple parties are involved, such as the stadium owner, event organizers, security firms, or maintenance contractors.
• Assumption of risk: The stadium often argues that attendees know the inherent risks of attending events, including the risk of injury. Establishing that the stadium's negligence was a significant departure from these assumed risks can be difficult.
• Insurance defense tactics: Stadiums and their insurers often have substantial financial resources to fight legal battles.
• Public opinion and media pressure: Spectators' accidents at the stadium attract media attention. Public opinion can sometimes influence the perception of a case, making it challenging for plaintiffs to receive a fair trial.
If you are partly at fault
If the injured party contributed to their injury (e.g., by not paying attention to a Warning Sign or being intoxicated), it could complicate the calculation of damages. The stadium accident victim is still entitled to compensation, but the compensation will be smaller.
When many people are injured
In a premises liability case, when many people are injured, dividing compensation to ALL injured victims is not simple and requires coordinating various lawsuits. However, ALL victims are entitled and receive compensation. The amount of compensation may be different because it depends on the extent of their injuries.
We can help
We assist numerous clients every month who have suffered injuries at the premises liability cases.
Consultations are free.
We take all premises liability accidents on a contingency basis, which means you won't owe us anything unless we get a settlement for you or win your case at trial.
We serve clients in Las Vegas, Summerlin, North Las Vegas, Henderson, and the rest of Nevada.
Last updated on February 3, 2024.
