Clothing-Related Accidents & Tips to Avoid It
Las Vegas, Nevada
Tourism, clothing + accidents
The scorching desert heat, slippery pool decks, and energetic party scenes pose unique challenges. Choosing the wrong clothes or shoes can transform your fun Las Vegas vacation into an unexpected trip to the emergency room. This guide can help you navigate Las Vegas fashion with both style and safety in mind.
Beat Las Vegas heat
Las Vegas is a city of vibrant lights, endless entertainment, and sizzling desert heat. Before packing for your trip, remember that summer temperatures can reach a scorching 120°F (48°C). However, winter temperatures can fluctuate from 60°F (15°C) during the day to chilly 27 °F (-3 °C) at night. Pack your suitcase accordingly.
The Las Vegas heat is no joke. Dehydration can lead to serious health illness, especially when exploring the Strip, participating in desert adventure tours, or lounging by the pool at a Day Club.
To avoid heat-related health problems, always carry water with you. Opt for a stainless steel double-insulated bottle to keep your water refreshingly cold throughout the day. Remember, excessive caffeine or alcohol consumption can contribute to dehydration. In addition, wear SPF50 clothing — hats, shirts, and pants to avoid sunburns.
Pro tip: Your water bottle is not only practical; it could also be a fashion statement, given the many variations of water bottles available today.
Slip and fall accidents
Las Vegas pool parties are notorious for fun but also slip-and-fall accidents. The hot Vegas sun, slippery pool decks, excessive drinking, and sometimes exuberant poolside behavior can create a recipe for disaster.
• Flip-flops and sandals: While comfortable for warm weather, these shoes offer minimal traction on potentially wet or spilled beverage-covered floors. Opt for shoes with good tread for better grip (slip-resistant shoes).
• High heels: Crowded spaces and the potential for spilled drinks make navigating in high heels hazardous. Choose comfortable shoes with good stability.
• Loose clothing: Long, flowing garments can get snagged on chairs or stepped on by others, causing you to lose balance, fall, and get injured.
Pro tip: Las Vegas everyday fashion combines comfort and style, making it perfect for both vibrant nightlife and daytime adventures.
Escalator accidents
There are many places on the Strip where you must take an escalator up and down to cross the street. Even inside the hotel, you may walk long distances from the reception area or hotel room to a convention center and constantly take escalators up and down.
Many accidents happen when women are wearing stiletto shoes while using escalators. The narrow heels sometimes become trapped in the escalator, leading to many accidents. Not only could you damage your expensive designer shoes, but you could also sustain severe injuries. It's not uncommon in Las Vegas to see women wearing walking shoes and carrying high heels in their hands when heading to special events. Remember, safety should always be a priority.
Pro tip: Wearing stable shoes is extremely important, especially for children taking an escalator up and down. Flip-flops on small children may look cool, but they are accidents waiting to happen.
Party bus accidents
Las Vegas offers many party bus tours, creating unforgettable experiences for visitors. These buses may have crowded dance floors and uneven surfaces, increasing the chance of slips and falls, especially if you wear flip-flops, stilettos, high heels, or dress shoes with smooth soles. Combine that with potentially bumpy rides and sudden braking, and you have a recipe for injuries like sprained ankles, head injuries from falls, or even broken bones in more serious accidents. Remember, it's always better to prioritize safety over keeping your party shoes on.
Pro tip: Wear sturdy shoes with good traction and enjoy the ride without worrying about a party bus getting foul.
UTV tour clothing & accidents
Las Vegas offers many adventure tours that involve fun riding in the deserts and are only 30 minutes away from the Strip (e.g., "UTV Tours). There are special clothing requirements if you want to experience off-road riding. You must wear durable, long pants, closed-toed shoes with a good grip, and a long-sleeved shirt. No flip-flops are allowed when riding an off-road vehicle through rugged terrain.
Pro tip: Avoid wearing denim on adventure tours; denim retains heat and lacks protection. Instead, wear clothing made of breathable, quick-drying materials.
Bonus Tip: Bag policies for Las Vegas events
If you decide to go to watch a sports game or music festival, you must know that these venues have bag policies and strictly enforce them.
The optimal bag size acceptable at most sporting events in Las Vegas is a bag that can carry your mobile phone only.
For example, the T-Mobile Arena doesn't allow bags and backpacks except a small purse 9 "x" 5 "x 2" max. T-Mobile Arena has an area where you can check bags for a fee (which is high!) Sphere is also a "no bag" facility, meaning they don't allow large bags and backpacks inside the venue. At the Sphere, you can carry small clutches, purses, and fanny packs no larger than 6 in. x 6 in. x 2 in.
These policies can change without notice, so before going to any event in Las Vegas, check the venue's official website for their bag policy.
Most venues conduct additional screening and inspection using visual or X-ray technology.
To sum up
Fashion and safety can coexist. When planning any particular activity in Las Vegas, prioritize comfort and the right footwear.
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About Heshmati & Associates
The attorneys at Heshmati & Associates want you and your family to have a pleasant and accident-free stay in Las Vegas or Nevada. However, accidents happen.
Since 2010, we have been helping people who get in an accident while visiting Las Vegas or the state of Nevada.
For a free consultation, call us at 702-432-1000.
Last updated on May 18, 2024.
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