Nevada Dram Shop Liability Attorney Las Vegas
Las Vegas is famous for its round-the-clock alcohol service at casinos, bars, nightclubs, and restaurants — but Nevada law imposes civil liability on establishments that serve alcohol to visibly intoxicated patrons who then injure others. When a drunk driver who was overserved at a Las Vegas casino or bar causes a serious accident, the alcohol establishment may be liable to the injured victim in addition to the drunk driver. Marathon Law Group’s Las Vegas personal injury attorneys pursue dram shop claims against casino and hospitality industry defendants who contributed to drunk driving accidents through irresponsible alcohol service.
Injured in Las Vegas? Call Marathon Law Group at (702) 522-1808 for a free consultation. Our personal injury attorneys work on contingency — you pay nothing unless we win your case.
Nevada Dram Shop Law — NRS 41.1305
Nevada’s dram shop statute, NRS 41.1305, establishes civil liability for alcohol sellers and social hosts who provide alcohol to a person who is visibly intoxicated and who causes death or injury to a third party as a result of that intoxication. The key element is visible intoxication — the establishment must have known or should have known the patron was visibly drunk at the time of the last service. Evidence of visible intoxication at Las Vegas establishments includes surveillance footage of the patron’s behavior at the bar or gaming table, server and bartender statements, casino comps and drink records that document the quantity of alcohol served, and toxicology evidence showing the patron’s blood alcohol level at the time of the accident.
Casino Dram Shop Liability in Las Vegas
Las Vegas casinos present unique dram shop scenarios. Free alcohol is routinely served to gamblers on the casino floor by cocktail servers who are incentivized to maximize drink service. Casino surveillance systems document virtually every square foot of the floor. Casino players club records and transaction data can establish the patron’s timeline and the quantity of alcohol consumed. When a patron becomes visibly intoxicated on the casino floor and casino staff continues to serve them, the casino faces substantial dram shop exposure for accidents the patron causes after leaving the property.
Contact Marathon Law Group — Las Vegas Dram Shop Accident Attorneys
Injured by a drunk driver who was overserved at a Las Vegas bar or casino? Marathon Law Group pursues dram shop claims against alcohol establishments. Contact us for a free consultation.
If you or a loved one has been injured, contact our experienced Las Vegas personal injury attorney at Marathon Law Group. We offer free consultations and only get paid when you win.
For more information about your legal options, visit our Nevada personal injury practice area page or contact us today for a free consultation. You should also be aware of the Nevada personal injury statute of limitations to protect your rights.