Discrimination At Las Vegas Casino

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i was asked to leave a casino in las vegas that was open to the public and was never given a reason why i believe this to be discrimination
What evidence do you have to support your claim of discrimination?
none except they asked me to leave for no reason
Do you have any witnesses or any form of documentation (like emails, texts) that could support your claim?
there is most likely a surveillance video
Have you requested the surveillance video from the casino? In Nevada, public places like casinos typically have surveillance and may be required to provide footage if requested.
no
You should request the surveillance video from the casino. This could potentially serve as evidence in your case.
how long ago are yo allowed to take legal action? this was over a year ago
What type of discrimination do you believe you faced? The statute of limitations varies depending on the type of discrimination claim.
im not sre, they just didnt like that i looked like an artist and had pink hair, they discriminated against my lifestyle as an artist how i was dressed spiritually, perhaps it was also the cross i was wearing
Did you face any verbal or physical abuse due to your appearance or beliefs at the casino?

In Nevada, discrimination based on religion or appearance is illegal under NRS *.*.
just the way they sneered at me and told me to leave for no reason as i was attempting to purchase vegan icecream at one of the boutiques there
Did you report this incident to the management of the casino or any other authority at the time?
i dont remember, i think so actally
Do you have any documentation or proof of this report you made to the casino management or any other authority?
im not sre if they have proof of it in their records but probably not
What was the name of the casino where this incident occurred?
the Conrad
What date did this incident occur?
im not sure the exact date i will try to find out.i believe that it was october of *
What actions have you taken since the incident occurred?
i contacted some lawyers but had trouble navigating the system and also none returned my inquirys
What type of lawyers did you contact? It's important to reach out to those specializing in discrimination cases.
discrimination lawyers
What specific actions or words made you feel discriminated against at the casino?
they asked me to leave the premises without giving me any verbal reason why. these were "security" "guards" who did this
What was the response of the casino management when you reported the incident?
i believe they laughed it off ,actually if i remember correctly
What steps have you taken since then to address this issue?
nothing because i gave up and felt powerless and disheartened
I'm sorry to hear about your experience. Have you considered filing a complaint with the Nevada Equal Rights Commission?
no
You should consider filing a complaint with the Nevada Equal Rights Commission. They handle cases of discrimination in public accommodations.
i didnt know that i could or that it would help matters at all
What is your current location? The Nevada Equal Rights Commission can help you file a complaint. Their contact details are: * E. Sahara Ave, Suite *, Las Vegas, NV *, Phone: (*) *-*.
sedona arizona
What is your current status? Are you still facing any discrimination or have any other legal issues?
i was also verbally abused and threatened with physical abuse by another security guard while street performing on fremont street in las vegas during the same time. i was registered and had legal permission to be there as well by the fremont street performers organization
Did you report this incident of verbal and physical threat to any authority or the Fremont Street Performers Organization?
no, but i planned on it. i was under such disarray and diress and stress that it wasnt until now that i could reach out for help.thankyou
What is the name of the security guard who verbally abused and threatened you, if you remember?
i used to know, but now i dont.i belive i was told that it was the younger brother of the main security guard in charge there though
Do you have any evidence or witnesses to support your claim of verbal and physical threat by the security guard on Fremont Street?
none,other than,once again, surveilance video,
Have you requested the surveillance video from the Fremont Street incident? This could potentially serve as evidence in your case.
no
You should request the surveillance video from the Fremont Street incident. This could potentially serve as evidence in your case.
ok thankyou
What is the name of the Fremont Street Performers Organization you were registered with? This organization might have a record of your registration which could be useful in your case.
i would have to do a google search in order to remember
Could you please provide the exact name of the organization once you find it? This could be crucial for your case.
yes
What is the exact name of the Fremont Street Performers Organization you were registered with?
here is the website: https://secure3.lasvegasnevada.gov/buskerpermit/Default.aspx?_ga=*.*.*.*-*.*
Thank you for the information. Have you reported these incidents to the organization through their website or any other means?
no,not yet
What is the reason for not reporting these incidents to the organization yet?
i was under too much stress and fear due to ptsd triggering and trauma being triggered from the incident since i suffer from ptsd
I'm sorry to hear about your experience. Have you sought any professional help or counseling for your PTSD?
yes
What type of professional help or counseling have you sought for your PTSD?
mental health counseling
That's a good step. Have you discussed these incidents with your mental health counselor and have they provided any advice or guidance on how to handle this situation?
no not yet
Why haven't you discussed these incidents with your mental health counselor yet?
to many other life events and responsabilitys to deal with
I understand your situation. Have you considered seeking legal advice from a lawyer who specializes in discrimination cases in Nevada?
yes but i had trouble finding any
What specific difficulties did you encounter while searching for a lawyer specializing in discrimination cases in Nevada?
i encountered difficulties finding anyone who would help or that would respond or take my issue seriously
What steps did you take to find a lawyer specializing in discrimination cases in Nevada?
google search calls and emails if i remember correctly
What was the response you received from the lawyers you contacted through Google search, calls, and emails?
no response
What was the exact date of the incident on Fremont Street?
around october *
What was the exact location of the incident on Fremont Street?
i would have to research to find out
Could you please provide the exact location once you find it? This information could be crucial for your case.
sure
What is the exact location of the incident on Fremont Street?
i believe it was on 1st & fremont street
What actions did the security guard take that made you feel threatened or abused?
he threatened to physically drag me away from there if i didnt leave
What was the reason given by the security guard for asking you to leave the location?
he didnt like my service dog
Did the security guard provide any specific reasons for not liking your service dog? In Nevada, it's illegal to deny access to a service dog under NRS *.*.
no
What breed is your service dog and do you have proper documentation for it being a service dog?
he was just bullying me because i was a street performeer and he knew that he would get away with it.i was performing with my dog while this was happening
What is the breed of your service dog and do you have any documentation proving its status as a service dog?
yes.he is a border collie
What is the name of your service dog and do you have any documentation proving its status as a service dog? In Nevada, it's illegal to deny access to a service dog under NRS *.*.
Panda is his name and yes he is registered as a service dog
What is the registration number of your service dog, Panda? In Nevada, it's illegal to deny access to a service dog under NRS *.*.
i would need to check in order to find out
Sure, please take your time. It's important to have all the necessary documentation for your service dog, Panda, as it can be crucial evidence in your case.
does is matter how long ago an incident happened in order to take legal action?
Yes, it does matter. The statute of limitations for filing a discrimination claim in Nevada is generally 180 days from the date of the incident. However, it can be extended to 300 days under certain circumstances.
okay thankyou
Have you considered filing a complaint with the Nevada Equal Rights Commission?

General Information:
- Nevada law (NRS *.*) prohibits discrimination in public places.
- Contact Nevada Equal Rights Commission: * E. Sahara Ave, Suite *, Las Vegas, NV *, Phone: (*) *-*.
what about in vermont how much time does one have before taking legal action?
In Vermont, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is generally 3 years from the date of the incident. However, it's best to consult with a local attorney for specifics.
okay thankyou
General Information:
- Vermont law (* V.S.A. ยง *) prohibits discrimination in public places.
- Contact Vermont Human Rights Commission: *-* Baldwin St, Montpelier, VT *-*, Phone: (*) *-*.