You may wonder if you can sue Las Vegas for damages if you’ve suffered an injury. What you should know
Litigating the City of Las Vegas in Personal Injury Cases
In order to sue for personal injury against the City of Las Vegas, you must consider several factors. The City of Las Vegas is, like all government entities, protected by sovereign immunity. Sovereign Immunity is a principle of law that prevents people from suing government entities without their consent.
The state of Nevada, however, has waived its sovereign immunity in certain cases, such as personal injury claims. The City of Las Vegas or an employee of the city may be sued by individuals who suffered personal injury as a result.
How to file a claim against the City of Las Vegas
You must file an official notice of claim within 180 days after the incident which caused your injury. The claim notice must contain a description of the incident, nature and extent your injury and the compensation amount you seek to resolve the claim. You may have to negotiate a settlement with the city after filing a notice of claim. If they reject your claim, or you are unable to reach an acceptable settlement, then you have up to two years after the date of injury before you can file a lawsuit. If you fail to notify the court or miss the deadline for filing a claim, your claim may be dismissed.
Common causes of government injury claims in Las Vegas
Las Vegas has several common personal injury causes that can lead to a lawsuit. These include:
Slip and Fall
Slips and Falls may occur on city premises, such as parks, sidewalks and government buildings, if they are not maintained in a reasonable safe condition.
Car Accidents
Car Accidents can happen on city streets or highways due to a city’s failure in maintaining the roads, traffic signals, installing signage, designing intersections properly, or negligent driving by city employees.
Negligent Security
Negligent Security may occur in public places such as museums, parks, and government buildings, if the city does not provide adequate security to protect visitors.
A Lawyer Can Help
You may be able sue the City of Las Vegas if you’ve suffered a personal injury. The legal requirements and limitations for pursuing a claim are complicated. It is important to hire an experienced Las Vegas Personal Injury Lawyer, who can offer guidance and representation during the entire legal process. You may be entitled to compensation for medical costs, lost wages and pain and suffering.
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