Motel and Hotel Accidents
Legal Representation for Hotel Guests and Employees
Florida is known for its warm weather, miles of beaches, and fun attractions, which draw many visitors from around the world. Accordingly, there are numerous motels and hotels of all kinds available to accommodate all these travelers. Unfortunately, sometimes the hotel owners and hotel management fall short when it comes to protecting the safety of guests and employees.
If you have suffered harm while staying at a South Florida hotel, resort, or motel, you can file a personal injury claim against the property owners or hotel’s insurance company and seek compensation for any damages sustained due to negligence.
At Kaire & Heffernan, we provide legal representation for hotel guests who have suffered injuries as a result of a hotel slip and fall, negligent security, inadequate lighting, poor maintenance, dangerous conditions, and other types of hotel injury claims.
What Are Common Causes of Hotel Accidents?
Hotels and motels offer a wide variety of services to guests, including rooms, meals, entertainment, and more. Whether these amenities are provided inside a large luxury property or a small local motel, a duty of care should be taken to ensure that guest safety is not compromised.
Unfortunately, some hotels fail to take adequate precautions to protect their guests from life-threatening risks, and these unsafe conditions within the premises can result in serious injury or even death.
Hotel accidents in Florida might involve:
- Slip & fall accidents
- Inadequate lighting
- Uneven flooring
- Improperly installed stairs/landings
- Unsafe appliances
- Elevator or escalator accidents
- Negligent security
- Sidewalk accidents
- Unsanitary conditions
- Swimming pool accidents
When guests are injured by such hazards, there will likely be considerable monetary damages incurred. This includes medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.
Steps to Take After a Hotel Accident
After experiencing any type of injuries resulting from a hotel accident, victims are advised to do the following:
- Seek immediate medical treatment
- Ask hotel management for security footage
- Take pictures of the accident scene
- Collect eyewitness accounts of what happened
- Contact a personal injury lawyer right away
Representing Hotel Guests for Personal Injury Claims
When you stay in a Florida hotel, you expect to have a relaxing vacation and a delightful experience. You put your trust in those who run the hotel property to provide you with a safe environment, comfortable accommodations, and first-rate service. Sadly, some hotels fail to take these responsibilities seriously. When this happens, you may find yourself needing to seek legal counsel to hold them accountable.
The attorneys from Kaire & Heffernan have decades of experience handling personal injury cases involving hotel guests. We will work tirelessly to build your case and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Contact Our Expert Hotel Injury Lawyer
A lawsuit can be a long, painful, and overwhelming process. Instead of going through this alone, speak to a Miami hotel injury lawyer about what options are available. Together, you will determine whether filing a hotel accident claim is right for you.
If you or a loved one was hurt in a hotel room or elsewhere on hotel property, call the dedicated attorneys at Kaire & Heffernan today. Contact us online or call 866-769-0123 for a free consultation.
