Is Your Hotel Keeping You Safe?

It’s summer and the family is all set to go on vacation. You have planned all of the outings, mapped all of the stops, and have the car loaded with snacks and drinks. You set out on your adventure and have tried to think about every possible hiccup that could pop up along the way, but have you thought about how safe your hotel is going to be?

While most of the guests staying at hotels this summer will have a wonderful time, there will still be thousands of people this year that are injured at their hotels. Of those that are injured, very few of them will have a solid understanding of the duty that hotels have to make their premises safe for guests. No average citizen should be expected to understand all of the nuances of these laws though, that is why we have a team of Tampa Bay premises liability attorneys ready to help. There are many different ways that businesses are required to keep their patrons safe and below are only the most common dangerous scenarios where a business can be liable for injuries.

Swimming Pool Injuries

Most safety regarding pools is actually regulated by federal and local governments. From drain size and placement to visible depth signs there are a lot regulations. If you or a family member has been injured in or by a pool while on vacation there is a possibility that the hotel that the pool was at can be held liable.

Food Poisoning

One of the biggest attractors for a hotel are its amenities. Great food and drinks can a deciding factor for some people, but they can also make you sick. Whenever there is food and drinks being served there is a chance for improper handling. According to the CDC roughly 1 in 6 Americans suffer from a food borne illness every year. While some food poisoning claims can be difficult to represent there are victims every year that retrieve compensation for their troubles.

Inadequate Security

Hotels have a duty to keep you safe. This duty includes providing proper security to protect you from violent acts and crimes from third parties. This security can come in many different forms. From security cameras to armed guards, the level of security that is needed to keep its patrons safe is different for every establishment. If you have been a victim or violence or crime while staying at a hotel it can be very beneficial to contact a local Tampa Bay premises liability attorney for help navigating the difficult waters of liability.

Slip and Fall

Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere and your vacation is not exempt. From improper placements of Wet Floor signs to worn out rugs there are always a plethora of obstacles that can cause a slip and fall injury. If a hotel does not keep up with regular maintenance that could have prevented an accident then they may be held liable for your injuries.

Dealing with an injury or crime while on vacation can be devastating. With so much to think about and so many decisions to weigh, it can be overwhelming. In times like these having a person to ask questions to can be the difference between your peace of mind and losing it. If you have any questions regarding an injury or crime at a hotel don’t hesitate to call us today at 727-669-2828 for your free legal evaluation from one of our Tampa Bay premises liability attorneys.