Allegations of Negligence and Failure to Provide Care
The family of a 66-year-old man found dead in his hotel room at the Tuscany Suites and Casino in Las Vegas has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the property. The lawsuit claims the casino failed to provide adequate care and attention to the man, who had a known medical condition, leading to his untimely death.
Jeff Paul Kreiner, from Port St. Lucie, Florida, was discovered unresponsive in his hotel room on May 30, 2024. Despite being diabetic, Kreiner’s family alleges that the hotel staff failed to monitor his rapidly deteriorating condition and did not conduct the necessary welfare checks. The family’s legal representatives are holding the Tuscany Suites and Casino accountable for what they call negligence in providing basic care and attention.
The Lawsuit Details
Filed in the Clark County District Court, the wrongful death lawsuit targets the Tuscany Suites and Casino on several serious allegations. The family claims four counts of negligence, including premises liability, elder neglect, and negligent hiring, training, supervision, and retention of employees.
While the cause of death was not explicitly mentioned in the lawsuit, the family believes Kreiner’s medical condition could have been managed more effectively if staff had provided proper care or responded timely to his needs. Kreiner’s family argues that had the proper procedures been followed, his life could have been saved.
The complaint outlines that Tuscany Suites and Casino failed in its duty to monitor guests, especially those with known health issues, as Kreiner was a diabetic. The family contends that the casino should have taken proactive steps to ensure his well-being during his stay, including ensuring staff conducted regular checks, which allegedly did not happen.
A Critical Lack of Welfare Checks
The most critical accusation in the lawsuit is the casino’s failure to conduct welfare checks on Kreiner, despite his medical condition. Welfare checks are standard practice at hotels, especially when a guest is known to have health concerns. According to the lawsuit, Kreiner was left alone in his room for an extended period without anyone checking on him, which could have been a factor in his death.
Family members have expressed their disbelief and sorrow over the tragic situation. “He was in a place that was supposed to care for him, and instead, they neglected him,” one relative said in a statement. “We just want justice for Jeff, and we don’t want this to happen to anyone else.”
Legal Implications and Casino Accountability
The lawsuit raises significant questions about the responsibility of commercial casinos and hotels in providing care to guests, particularly those with medical conditions. As the case proceeds through the courts, it will examine whether the Tuscany Suites and Casino failed in its duty to provide safe accommodations and whether staff training and policies were inadequate.
If the family’s claims are upheld, the case could have broader implications for the hospitality industry, especially in Las Vegas, where many visitors have medical needs that should be carefully managed by hotel staff. Legal experts say this case could set a precedent in holding hotels and casinos more accountable for the safety and welfare of their guests.
As the case unfolds, it remains to be seen how Tuscany Suites and Casino will respond to the allegations. While the casino has not commented publicly on the lawsuit, it is expected that the defense will seek to demonstrate that it followed proper procedures and was not directly responsible for Kreiner’s death.
