Although schools, colleges, and universities strive to provide a safe environment, accidents and injuries can still occur on campus. Typical examples include:
Slip and fall accidents: This type of accident can occur in school buildings or dormitories or on campus grounds.
Car accident and pedestrian accidents: With the number of students, faculty, and employees driving and the number of pedestrians on campus, it is important to ensure that parking lots and structures are safe and that the flow of traffic is safe for students walking between classes.
Faulty facilities injuries: Campuses must maintain their grounds and facilities and swiftly address any safety issues. Faulty lab equipment, stairwells, elevators, and other facilities can result in serious injuries.
Violence and sexual assault: College campuses have been the scene of violent crimes, including battery and sexual assault. Victims of such crimes may have a negligence cause of action against the university as well as the parties who committed the crime.
Faculty misconduct: Under Nevada law, schools and school districts are liable for the negligent acts of employees within the scope of their employment.
Food poisoning: If you become seriously ill because of food poisoning at a campus cafeteria or restaurant, you may have a claim for compensation.
Shuttle accidents: People injured in campus shuttle accidents may be eligible to bring a negligence lawsuit for compensation against the driver, shuttle company, or other responsible parties.