A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, alleging that a malfunctioning revolving door led to the death of a 78-year-old woman. The suit was filed by John Truschke, the son of the deceased, Diana Truschke, in the Clark County District Court in Nevada on March 18.
The lawsuit claims that on March 21, 2023, Diana Truschke was visiting the hotel when she was struck from behind by the revolving door, which had suddenly accelerated. The impact reportedly propelled her several feet forward, causing her to fall face-first. The legal filing suggests that Truschke was “ejected” from the door, resulting in fatal injuries.
The lawsuit further alleges that hotel employees were aware or should have been aware of the malfunctioning door. It also accuses the hotel of failing to adhere to safety regulations. The local Fox affiliate, KVVU, reported that Truschke was rushed to the hospital for extensive medical treatment following the incident. She later succumbed to her injuries on October 14, 2024.
The Trump International Hotel is accused of negligent maintenance of its revolving doors, violation of safety codes, and failure to display safety warnings. The Truschke family has raised claims of negligence, negligent hiring, training and supervision, and wrongful death.
The family is seeking unspecified damages exceeding $15,000 for loss of comfort and companionship, economic damages, future earnings, costs and expenses incurred, physical pain and injury, emotional pain, and general damages.
Court records indicate that the Trump Organization has not yet been served by the plaintiff, and a hearing date has not been set. This is not the first time Trump-owned hotels have faced legal accusations. Past allegations range from violating COVID-19 restrictions during the pandemic to illegally dumping thousands of gallons of water into the Chicago River.
Both the Trump Organization and the Truschke family’s legal counsel were contacted for comment but have not yet responded.