Las Vegas, NV personal injury attorney Keith E. Galliher talks about his approach to handling premises liability cases. He explains that slip-and-fall cases fall under premises liability, but premises liability also encompasses negligence and lack-of-security cases. For example, he is currently handling a case involving an elderly woman who is assaulted by a group of high school-aged juveniles in her apartment complex. These youths had been congregating on the property, jumping on picnic benches, disturbing neighbors, and throwing rocks. When the woman confronted them, they attacked her.

He notes that the assault occurs largely because the apartment complex provides inadequate security. The complex has 340 units, charges high rents, but spends only about $1,500 a month on security—essentially a drive-by a couple of times per day. There is no on-site security presence, no guards with deterrents, and no cameras to prevent misconduct. As a result, tenants are left vulnerable, and the woman suffers serious injuries.

He emphasizes that such cases illustrate how some apartment complexes prioritize profit over tenant safety. These types of premises liability cases, including negligent security claims, are more common than many realize—even in places like Las Vegas.