COVID-19 Nursing Home Deaths in Nevada
Our Las Vegas Nursing Home Lawyers Are Here to Help
As of May 21, 2020, state-regulated facilities had reported 1,021 COVID-19 cases and 93 virus-related deaths across Nevada. One-fourth of these 93 deaths occurred at a Las Vegas nursing home called The Heights of Summerlin, and an additional 7 were linked to an alleged lack of isolation at Horizon Health and Rehabilitation Center in Las Vegas.
Nursing homes around the country have a “persistent” pattern of infection control problems, which has existed since before the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Over the past 2 years, the U.S. Government Accountability Office found 45% of nursing homes were cited for problems with infection control and prevention.
When the health and safety of one of our most vulnerable populations are on the line, these oversights are unacceptable. Several nursing homes in Las Vegas are already under investigation.
If your loved one was diagnosed with COVID-19 or succumbed to the disease at a nursing home, Burris & Thomas, LLC may be able to help.
Call us at (702) 529-3101 to get started today.
Nevada Nursing Homes in Question
The Las Vegas Valley and the Reno area host the facilities with the highest numbers of coronavirus cases. As of May 12, 2020, the numbers were as follows:
- 123 confirmed cases at The Heights of Summerlin in Clark County
- 84 confirmed cases at Lakeside Health & Wellness in Washoe County
- 80 confirmed cases at Silver Hills in Clark County
- 75 confirmed cases at Horizon Health and Rehabilitation in Clark County
- 69 confirmed cases at Willow Springs in Washoe County
- 60 confirmed cases at Premier Health and Rehab in Clark County
- 38 confirmed cases at El Jen Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Clark County
- 34 confirmed cases at Life Care Center of South Las Vegas in Clark County
- 25 confirmed cases at College Park Rehabilitation Center in Clark County
Although all these facilities have been hit hard by the coronavirus, only a few of them are under investigation.
Our Settlements & Verdicts
Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.
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$2,000,000 Judgement Sexual assault on cocktail waitress by a professional athlete.
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$1,400,000 Verdict Slip and fall.
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$700,000 Settlement Amusement park device causes severe shoulder injuries.
Our FAQ
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 702-529-3101 today!
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How much is my case worth?
There are many factors that go into evaluating the settlement value of a personal injury case. It is not a simple matter of applying a formula. Typically, everyone thinks that their case is “simple” and “clear-cut”. Everyone tends to think that the amount of money they are seeking is “fair and reasonable”. That is human nature. However, the reality is that, in the end, a personal injury case is worth what a jury says it is worth. The job of the victim’s personal injury lawyer is to come up with a settlement that reflects the risk of going to trial (odds of winning vs. odds of losing), together with the range of what value a jury might actually return on the case.
In deciding settlement values, we need to consider the following:
- Is fault clear, or contested?
- Are the injuries severe or mild?
- Is there an issue with insurance coverage?
- Is the client a good communicator?
- Is the defendant/wrongdoer likable or unlikable?
Normally, I am able to give a very general estimate range of settlement value and odds soon after taking on a case, with the understanding that these are just estimates and not guarantees. The longer the case goes on, the more definite I can be about the settlement value range.
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Do I have a personal injury case?
It is often times said by attorneys that in order for there to be a viable personal injury case, there must be “three legs on the stool.” These legs are: liability (or fault); damages (or injury); and collectability (insurance). If any one of the “legs” is missing, then there is not a viable case.
- Liability - A clear example of liability would be someone running through a red light. That person would be at fault. On the other hand, let us say that somebody is hit by a meteorite falling from the sky, and seriously hurt. In that case, although there is injury, there is no earthly entity at fault.
- Damages - An example of damages would be someone getting hit in the nose by an airbag, which breaks their nose. That person has an injury caused by the collision. On the other hand, what if that same person is almost hit by a car running a red light, but by the grace of God is able to avoid the collision? That person might say “I was almost killed, but I didn’t get a scratch.” In that case, the person was not injured and there is no case.
- Collectability - To give an example of collectability, imagine that a drunk driver runs through a red light, and the driver is Donald Trump. In that case, if Donald Trump hit and injured someone when he ran the red light, the victim will be able to collect upon any judgment that they receive. Imagine, on the other hand, that the drunk driver is someone who just got out of prison, and has no insurance and no property. Although that person will probably go to jail, there is no practical way to collect money from him, as he is a “scofflaw” living outside responsibilities of society.
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What Is the Nevada Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases?
When it comes to filing a personal injury lawsuit, it's important to pay attention to the statute of limitations for the state you're filing in. A statute of limitations is the time limit that a state puts on how long after your accident you are allowed to file a personal injury lawsuit. Statutes vary from state to state.
Nev. Rev. Stat. § 11.190(4)(e) (2016) states that individuals wishing to file a personal injury lawsuit must do so within 2 years of the date of their accident. However, there are certain exceptions that can be made depending on your circumstances. For example, if you have been injured as a result of medical malpractice, you generally only have 1 year to file your lawsuit after the date of your injury (Nevada Revised Statutes section 41A.097).
Statute of limitations can be complex, and if you fail to file your lawsuit within the allotted amount of time your case will most likely be dismissed. Don't put your compensation on the line! Contact our experienced Las Vegas personal injury attorneys today to schedule a free consultation and determine what your next steps should be.
