Were you or your loved ones exposed to a bed bug infestation while staying at a hotel? If the answer is yes, you are entitled to a refund of the fees you paid for your room or suite. Aside from a refund for the hotel room, you may have grounds to file a claim for additional compensation. For more information on how to get a bed bugs hotel refund, contact our law firm to receive a free case evaluation.
Obligations of Hotel Owners When Bed Bugs are on the Property
Many states have specific bed bug laws that apply to hotels and other temporary lodgings. As a general rule, hotels have a duty to maintain safe and sanitary premises and ensure that the property is free of hazards, like pest infestations.
With that in mind, hotels must immediately address any complaints about bed bugs, which is normally done through an inspection of the room. If the signs of an infestation are present, the hotel must do everything within reason to prevent further harm and suffering to the occupant. If complaints of bed bugs were ignored, or the hotel failed to take appropriate actions, the victim may have grounds to file a bed bug lawsuit.
Can I Ask the Hotel for a Refund because of Bed Bugs?
Yes, if you have bed bugs in your room, you should request a refund for your booking / room fees. Hotels have specific obligations to you as a paying guest, and this includes providing you with a room that is free of harmful pests. Along with other actions to remedy the problem, the hotel should most certainly offer you a refund. However, if they fail to bring up the subject, you will have to do so by asserting your right to a refund of the hotel fee.
How to Request a Hotel Bed Bugs Refund
The truth is, most people are unfamiliar with how to seek a refund in the event there are bed bugs in their hotel room. That’s why we recommend the following steps if you were exposed to bed bugs during your hotel stay:
- Take photos of any indications that there are bed bugs in the room.
- Take photos of your injuries and damaged belongings.
- Report the infestation to the hotel manager, who will hopefully do the right thing and issue a refund.
- The hotel should also offer you the option of switching to another room or covering the cost of going to a new hotel.
Unfortunately, some owners and managers are not as keen on doing the right thing, meaning you will have to blatantly request a refund for all the nights you had booked. We know that some people afraid of confrontation, but always keep in mind that you have a right to ask for a refund when the room you booked in unusable. And any health department in the country would agree with you a hotel room is uninhabitable when there is a bed bug infestation.
If the hotel refuses to give you a refund, it’s time to speak to a bed bug injury lawyer. In addition to a refund, you may be eligible for other payments from a hotel bed bug infestation claim.
Damages from a Bed Bug Lawsuit
In this section, we will talk about other forms of compensation that you may qualify to receive from a bed bug lawsuit against the hotel. Based om the level of physical and emotional harm that was inflicted on you and your family, you may have grounds to ask for:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages and job benefits, like PTO
- Pain and suffering / emotional distress
- Value of lost or damaged property
- Punitive damages
- Cost of hiring a bed bug attorney
Steps to Building a Strong Case against the Hotel
Earlier in this article, we talked about documenting your injuries and the damage to your belongings, along with reporting the infestation to the hotel manager right away. But there are some steps you can take that will be highly beneficial to your case:
- Write up a statement of the complaint and submit it to hotel management or the customer service department (for franchise hotels with many locations). Attach any evidence you have, like photos of your injuries and medical records.
- Contact the local department.
- Seek medical attention for your injuries, since you will need proof of bodily harm to file a claim against the hotel.
- Reach out to a bed bug lawyer for advice and guidance.
About Our Law Firm
Bed Bug Legal Group is comprised of experienced personal injury attorneys who are seasoned in bed bug injury complaints against hotel, motel, and resort owners. We have a proven track record of bed bug settlements and verdicts, and we promise that you will receive compassionate, top-quality representation from day one. Our sole motivation is to bring you maximum payment from a bed bug claim and ensure that you have the needed funds to move forward in a positive direction.
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No matter where you are in the claims process, you can reach out to us 24/7 if you have questions or concerns about your case. We provide second opinion consultations, completely free of charge, so you may be interested in contacting us if you need clarification on the laws or feel that your claim is not getting the attention it deserves by your current lawyer. Perhaps switching lawyers can help you get results, but there is no obligation to do so by meeting with us. Give us a call at your earliest opportunity and schedule a free second opinion.
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