Las Vegas, NV personal injury attorney Keith E. Galliher talks about his approach to handling slip and fall cases. He discusses that slip-and-fall cases are distinctive and typically occur in locations such as stores, department stores, supermarkets, and sometimes hotel casinos with marble floors. Attorneys who handle these cases understand that one of the first steps is to notify the establishment about the incident. This notification includes a request to preserve all evidence related to the fall, including photographs, witness statements, and, most importantly, surveillance video.

He notes that those familiar with Las Vegas know nearly all hotels have extensive surveillance systems. Therefore, when a fall occurs, there is usually video footage documenting the incident. This footage provides crucial insights, particularly regarding what was on the floor that caused the fall and how long the substance had been present before the incident.

He emphasizes that these details are vital in litigation and can be effectively addressed through the use of surveillance video. It is essential for the attorney to promptly inform the defendant—whether a supermarket or a hotel—of the need to preserve surveillance video and other evidence. Without swift notification, critical evidence may be lost.