LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) – A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed after a woman died at Caesar’s Southern Indiana Hotel & Casino in late March of 2024.

The lawsuit, filed last Tuesday, alleges Michelle Kelley was served at least 17 alcoholic drinks prior to her death while staying at the casino. Kelley was allegedly visibly intoxicated at the time these drinks were served to her.

According to court documents, Kelley’s blood alcohol content was .222 at the time of her death, nearly three times the legal limit to drive. Documents say the alcohol contributed to and was a “proximate cause” of her death.

Caesar’s Entertainment, EBCI Holdings, VICI Properties, and “unknown servers” are being sued by the estate of Michelle Kelley and by her husband Jason Kelley. The lawsuit was filed federally through the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana as they’re seeking over $75,000 in damages, the Indiana limit for state court proceedings.

Attorneys for Kelley’s estate argue the casino’s actions breached the duty of care owed to her and were grossly negligent, showing a reckless disregard for Kelley’s safety and life.

Caesar’s declined to comment on the lawsuit when asked by WAVE News. WAVE has also asked EBCI and VICI for comment but has not heard back.

Read the full lawsuit below:

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