Nevada § 613.590 - Liability of employer for violation; statute of limitations; attorney’s fees and costs
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 613.590 — Liability of employer for violation; statute of limitations; attorney’s fees and costs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 613.590. Liability of employer for violation; statute of limitations; attorney’s fees and costs
1. An employer who violates the provisions of NRS 613.520 to 613.600 , inclusive, is liable to the employee or prospective employee affected by the violation. The employer is liable for any legal or equitable relief as may be appropriate,
including employment of a prospective employee, reinstatement or promotion of an employee
and the payment of lost wages and benefits. 2. An action to recover the liability pursuant to subsection 1 may be maintained against
the employer by an employee or prospective employee: (a) For or on behalf of the employee or prospective employee; and (b) On behalf of other employees or prospective employees similarly situated. An action must not be commenced pursuant to this section more than 3 years after the
date of the alleged violation. 3. In any action brought pursuant to this section, the court, in its discretion, may
allow the prevailing party reasonable costs, including attorney's fees.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 613.590
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 613.590 cover?
Section 613.590 ("Liability of employer for violation; statute of limitations; attorney’s fees and costs") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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