This form is a sample release in which the plaintiff releases the defendant from liability in exchange for consideration.
Nevada Waiver and Release of Personal Injury Claim
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Multi-State
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US-PI-0278
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You can file a claim against the State of Nevada or a local government agency if your injury was caused by the government or employees who were carrying out their job duties. An incident involving a government employee who was off duty when they caused the injury is unlikely to be covered under the tort claim statute.
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The comparative negligence system in Nevada is modified comparative negligence. Nevada law allows a victim to recover financially as long as they are not more at fault for the accident than the defendants. The victim receives a reduced amount of compensation based on their amount of relative responsibility.
Even if you've signed a waiver in advance you can still pursue legal action for an injury suffered due to the negligence of another party.
