Category: Wrongful Death

Las Vegas, NV (May 18th, 2026) – Wind gusts across the Las Vegas Valley reached as high as 82 mph near Hoover Dam on Sunday, May 17, 2026, forcing truckers and drivers to navigate dangerous crosswind conditions throughout the region. While official wind warnings began expiring by Monday morning, gusts were still expected to reach up to 40 mph through the day, and a separate high wind warning had been in effect through 5 a.m. Monday. This is the kind of weather that does not excuse a truck driver from their legal duty to operate safely. It demands more from them. 

Las Vegas, NV (May 12th, 2026) – Nevada employees who suffer from heat exhaustion while performing their job duties generally qualify for workers' compensation benefits. As record-breaking temperatures hit the Las Vegas Valley earlier than usual this year, outdoor laborers face significant health risks while maintaining the city’s infrastructure and services. 

A Las Vegas hotel guest recently made headlines after reporting he was stung by a scorpion in his bed. The man required medical attention following the incident, raising questions about hotel safety standards and whether guests can hold properties liable for pest-related injuries in Nevada. 

Las Vegas, NV (March 25th, 2026) – A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed in Las Vegas against Allegiant Air following an incident in West Virginia in which a disabled passenger fell from a wheelchair during boarding and later died from his injuries. The lawsuit alleges the airline failed to provide proper assistance and safety measures during the boarding process, highlighting critical questions about airline obligations to passengers with disabilities. 

Las Vegas is known for its nightlife, entertainment, and hospitality. Bars, casinos, and resorts serve millions of guests each year, often in environments where alcohol consumption is encouraged. While most guests enjoy these experiences responsibly, problems can arise when establishments continue serving alcohol to visibly intoxicated patrons.

Las Vegas, NV (March 10th, 2026) – A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed following a fatal shooting that occurred during a child custody deposition at a Summerlin law office. The incident, which took place on April 8, 2024, resulted in multiple fatalities and has raised critical questions about security protocols and legal accountability in family law proceedings.

If you've been struck by a vehicle while walking in Las Vegas, you're not alone. This year’s KURU Footwear report ranks Las Vegas as the third most dangerous city for pedestrians in the United States, with 3.41 pedestrian deaths per 100,000 people. In 2024, Nevada recorded its highest number of pedestrian fatalities ever, with 95 deaths in Clark County alone. These statistics matter for your injury claim because they establish the severity of the pedestrian safety crisis and support your case for compensation. 

Las Vegas, NV (December 2nd, 2025) – Governor Joe Lombardo has signed Senate Bill 7, restoring critical workers' compensation protections for Nevada firefighters and police officers who develop lung disease and other conditions from years of hazardous exposure on the job. The law, which takes effect immediately and applies retroactively, reaffirms the conclusive presumption standard that has protected Las Vegas first responders since 1989.

Las Vegas (September 2nd, 2025) – The family of a construction worker who died in 2023 while building grandstands for the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix has filed a wrongful death lawsuit. The 37-year-old steelworker sustained fatal injuries during the construction of spectator seating in front of the Bellagio, highlighting critical workplace safety failures in high-profile construction projects.

Las Vegas, NV (August 12th, 2025) – A year after allegations surfaced that officers at High Desert State Prison fatally assaulted an inmate, the Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC) has reached a confidential settlement with the inmate’s mother. While the settlement signals the end of the legal case, it leaves unresolved questions about the incident, the state’s handling of in-custody deaths, and the broader issue of accountability within Nevada’s prison system.