If you were injured while in a hotel, contact Zinda law group’s hotel injury lawyers at (800) 863-5312 as soon as possible
If you are on vacation or traveling for work, the last thing you should be concerned about is getting injured due to negligent hotel property owners. Unfortunately, hotel accidents do occur and may cause serious or life-threatening injuries. The right hotel injury lawyers can help you pursue compensation for your medical bills, emotional distress, and more.
If you have been injured while staying at a hotel, call a nationwide personal injury lawyer at Zinda Law Group as soon as possible. We have the resources and experience to help you through each step of the legal process. Call our team today at (800) 863-5312. Your initial consultation is 100% free and you will not pay us anything unless we are successful in winning your hotel injury case.
Reasons To Sue A Hotel For An Injury
Hotel injuries can happen in a multitude of ways and may cause serious or even life-threatening injuries. For instance, if a hotel fails to repair an improperly installed carpet, a guest may slip, fall, and subsequently break her wrist.
There are many reasons to sue a hotel for an injury sustained on the property. This may be due to the negligence of a worker, the owner, or the company itself. For instance, improper grounds maintenance or improper staff training can lead to an injury. Below are examples of common causes of hotel injuries:
- Slips, Trips, and Falls. Slip and fall accidents may happen in many ways, such as from uneven floors or hazards left in hotel lobbies. A hotel may be responsible for a slip and fall accident if the employees are negligent in their cleanup process, for instance.
- Swimming Pool Accidents. Swimming pool accidents may occur due to poor pool design, broken furniture, or a lack of signage. Pool employees or owners may be held responsible for negligent pool management, such as improper chemical balance or a lack of warning signs or rules.
- Bed Bugs. Bed bugs are small, parasitic insects that bite humans and animals while they sleep, feeding on their blood. Bed bugs are commonly found in areas with high guest turnovers, such as hotels. A hotel may be held responsible for the injuries bed bugs caused due to the hotel staff’s negligent cleaning and inspection practices.
- Criminal Activity. If a guest is assaulted, robbed, or otherwise harmed by criminal activity while staying at a hotel, the hotel may be at fault. However, it must first be proven that the hotel failed to provide adequate security or lighting or was otherwise negligent.
You may be entitled to compensation if you were injured while staying at a hotel. An experienced Zinda Law Group personal injury lawyer can investigate your case, negotiate with insurance companies, and fight on your behalf at trial if a favorable settlement with the hotel owner cannot be made. Contact Zinda Law Group today to begin your case.
John (Jack) Zinda
Founder / CEO
Over 100 years of combined experience representing injured victims across the country.
Available 24 / 7|Free ConsultationSuing A Hotel For Negligence
If you were injured in a hotel room, you may have multiple injuries and severe emotional distress. You may be asking, “Can I sue a hotel if I was hurt staying there?” The answer is yes if you can prove the four elements of negligence.
In order to prove negligence, the following elements must be shown:
1. There Is a Duty to Guests
The victim must be able to show that the hotel had a duty of care to its guests. This step is relatively easy to prove, as a hotel has a general duty to exercise reasonable care in operating its business and protecting guests from any dangers that could cause harm.
2. There Is a Breach of Duties and Responsibilities
Next, the victim must be able to show that the hotel breached its duty to protect the victim from harm. This could mean that the hotel owner failed to keep the premises reasonably safe or didn’t warn guests about dangerous conditions.
3. The Negligence Must Be the Cause of the Guest’s Injury
The victim must also prove that the hotel’s negligence was the cause of his or her injury. Typically, this means that the injury endured was foreseeable to the hotel owner or employees.
4. The Negligence Led to Damages
Lastly, the victim must be able to prove that he or she suffered damages, such as physical injuries, because of the hotel’s negligence or intentional actions.
Failure to prove these elements may bar you from receiving compensation. Fortunately, our experienced team is available to investigate your case and help you prove the required elements of a negligence claim.
The right hotel injury lawyer at Zinda Law Group can answer any of your hotel room injury questions and guide you through the entire legal process. Further, our teams can explain negligence, investigate your case, and help you determine whether you have a valid claim against the hotel, its owner, or its employees.
Neil Solomon
Partner
Real results matter. We do not get paid unless we win your case.
Available 24 / 7|Free ConsultationWhat Are Possible Damages In A Hotel Accident Claim?
There are two main types of damages that you may recover from a personal injury accident. These damages are referred to as “economic” and “non-economic” and will vary depending on the severity and facts of your specific case.
Economic damages are those damages that can be easily quantified, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage. Economic damages are meant to compensate the victim for their actual, out-of-pocket expenses.
Non-economic damages are not as easy to calculate as they are meant to compensate the victim for their non-quantifiable losses. Examples may include emotional distress, pain and suffering, and disfigurement.
If you have been injured in a personal injury accident, contact Zinda Law Group today. Our team can help explain the different types of damages and discuss what your case may be worth.
Jason Aldridge
Attorney
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Available 24 / 7|Free ConsultationNeed Help? Contact Zinda Law Group Today!
Getting hurt at a hotel can be a traumatizing experience and may lead to lost wages, expensive medical bills, therapy, and more. You may feel confused, scared, and unsure of what to do next.
If you or a loved one has been injured due to the negligence of a hotel employee or corporation, contact an injury lawyer as soon as possible. Our knowledgeable personal injury attorneys at Zinda Law Group are here to help you fight for your legal rights.
Call (800) 863-5312 to schedule your free initial consultation. You do not pay us a thing unless we successfully win your case. That is our “No Win, No Fee Guarantee.”
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Jason Aldridge
Attorney
We have successfully represented clients in a wide variety of cases across the country.
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