Nevada Personal Injury Laws
Nevada uses a modified comparative fault system with a 51% bar and does not cap non-economic damages in personal injury cases. Las Vegas generates a high volume of personal injury claims due to its tourist economy, casino industry, and heavy traffic. Nevada courts can produce significant verdicts in cases involving serious injuries to both residents and tourists.
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Fault Rule
Modified Comparative Fault (50% Bar)
Non-Economic Damages Cap
No Cap
Fault Rule: Modified Comparative Fault (50% Bar)
You can recover damages only if you are less than 50% at fault. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Average Settlement Amounts in Nevada
Settlement amounts vary based on injury severity, liability, and other factors. Below are estimated average settlements for common injury types in Nevada.
| Injury Type | Average Settlement |
|---|---|
| Car Accident | $24,000 |
| Slip and Fall | $20,000 |
| Dog Bite | $36,000 |
Key Nevada Personal Injury Statutes
- •Nev. Rev. Stat. § 11.190 (statute of limitations)
- •Nev. Rev. Stat. § 41.141 (modified comparative fault, 51% bar)
- •Nev. Rev. Stat. § 202.500 (dog bite liability)
Damage Caps in Nevada
Nevada does not impose a general cap on non-economic damages in personal injury cases. This means there is no statutory limit on pain and suffering awards in most cases.
Nevada does not have a specific medical malpractice damages cap.
Injury Claims in Nevada
Learn more about specific injury types and how Nevada law applies to each.
Major Cities in Nevada
Personal injury attorneys in Nevada serve clients in Las Vegas, Henderson, Reno, North Las Vegas, Sparks, and surrounding areas. If you have been injured in any of these cities, the same state laws described above apply to your claim.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed personal injury attorney in your state.