Woman Sues Casino for $43 Million
Background
On January 15, 2023, a woman filed a lawsuit against the Bellagio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. The woman claims that she was injured after slipping and falling on a wet floor in the casino. She is seeking damages of $43 million.
The Incident
The woman, who is identified only as Jane Doe, was playing blackjack at the Bellagio on January 10, 2023. She claims that she was walking towards the cashier’s cage when she slipped and fell on a wet floor. She says that she was not wearing high heels and that the floor was not properly cleaned.
The Injuries
The woman suffered a broken leg and multiple contusions. She was taken to a hospital, where she underwent surgery. She has been unable to work since the incident and is expected to have lasting medical problems.
The Lawsuit
The woman’s lawsuit claims that the Bellagio was negligent in failing to properly maintain the floor. She also claims that the casino failed to provide adequate warning of the wet floor.
The woman is seeking damages for her medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. She is also seeking punitive damages.
The Bellagio’s Response
The Bellagio has denied the woman’s allegations. The casino says that it has a strict policy of maintaining its floors and that the floor in question was properly cleaned. The casino also says that it provided adequate warning of the wet floor by posting signs and using floor mats.
The Bellagio says that it will vigorously defend itself against the lawsuit.
The Implications of the Lawsuit
The woman’s lawsuit could have significant implications for casinos across the country. If the woman is successful, it could set a precedent that would require casinos to take greater precautions to protect their patrons from injuries. It could also lead to increased litigation against casinos.
It remains to be seen how the lawsuit will ultimately be resolved. However, it is clear that the case has the potential to have a major impact on the casino industry.
Update: On February 25, 2023, the woman’s lawsuit was dismissed by a federal judge. The judge ruled that the woman failed to state a claim for negligence.
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