Personal Injury Lawsuit in Nevada
Filing a personal injury lawsuit in Nevada is a structured legal process. Understanding the steps, deadlines, and modified comparative fault (51% bar) rules will help you make informed decisions about your case.
For informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney.
2 years
Filing Deadline
Modified comparative fault (51% bar)
Fault System
At-Fault
Auto System
$15,000 – $70,000
Avg Settlement
Lawsuit Steps in Nevada
Hire an Attorney
Most personal injury attorneys in Nevada work on contingency — no upfront fees. They evaluate your case and advise on whether litigation makes sense.
Investigation & Evidence
Your attorney gathers medical records, accident reports, witness statements, and expert opinions to build the strongest possible case.
Demand & Negotiation
Before filing suit, your attorney typically sends a demand letter and attempts settlement. Most cases resolve without going to court.
File the Complaint
If negotiations fail, your attorney files a complaint in the appropriate Nevada court. You must file within 2 years of the injury.
Discovery
Both sides exchange evidence, take depositions, and may hire expert witnesses. Discovery typically takes 6–18 months.
Mediation / Trial
Most cases settle during or after discovery. If not, your case goes to trial before a judge or jury under Nevada court rules.
Key Nevada Law Facts
Nevada uses modified comparative negligence under NRS § 41.141 with a 51% bar — if a plaintiff is 51% or more at fault, all recovery is barred; awards for lower degrees of plaintiff fault are reduced proportionally based on each party's assigned percentage.
Personal injury lawsuits in Nevada must be filed within 2 years from the date of the accident or discovery of injury under NRS § 11.190; claims against government entities require a notice of claim within 2 years under NRS § 41.036 before a lawsuit may be filed.
Nevada does not require no-fault personal injury protection insurance and operates as a traditional at-fault tort state; injured victims must prove the other party's negligence to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.