Marriott hotels are a familiar presence all around the world, since the company owns around 580 hotels and resorts. The company prides itself on providing guests with exceptional service and amenities, but some locations clearly miss the mark when it comes to safe and sanitary conditions. This can lead to a bed bug infestation, resulting in bites, serious health complications, psychological trauma, and property damage for you and your loved ones.
Were you bitten by bed bugs at a Marriott hotel or resort location? If so, our legal team can help you sue the hotel chain for monetary compensation. For more information on filing a lawsuit, speak to a Marriott hotel bed bug lawsuit lawyer.
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Can I Sue the Hotel for Injuries Caused by Bed Bugs?
Yes, you can sue a property / business owner if they failed in their duty to provide you with clean and sanitary lodgings. Unfortunately, bed bug infestations at hotels can go unnoticed because owners and staff are not diligent when it comes to cleaning and inspecting the premises for signs of bed bugs and other pests. Or, they may notice the signs but fail to contact an exterminator, even when they receive complaints from multiple guests.
To go ahead with a lawsuit, you will need to establish negligence by the hotel by proving 4 elements:
- The defendant (hotel) owed you a duty of care as someone that was staying on the property
- The defendant failed to take reasonable care to make the property safe for guests and visitors.
- Because of the defendant’s breach of duty, you suffered harm from a bed bug infestation.
- Due to the harm you suffered, you are owed monetary damages by the defendant.
It’s essential to discuss your case with an attorney and learn about the payments you can recover as a bed bug injury victim. Our law firm is here for you 24/7, so contact to schedule a free case review.
What Do I Do if I’ve been Bitten by Bed Bugs?
Preserving evidence and building a strong case for compensation requires that victims take the right steps following the discovery of bed bugs at a hotel. As a California hotel guest, make sure to:
- Take photos of all your bite marks.
- Also, take pictures of signs that there is a bed bug infestation (small, dark spots, reddish or rust-colored stains, fragments of skin shed by maturing bed bugs, bed bug eggs)
- Check your luggage, clothing and personal belongings as well for signs of bed bugs and live bugs
- Contact the local health department so that the incident is officially documented.
- Go to a dermatologist / hospital for treatment, as you will need medical evidence of being bitten by bed bugs.
- Contact a bed bug attorney, who can help you file an injury claim against the hotel.
Average Case Value of a Bed Bug Infestation Case
Bed bug lawsuit settlements may be anywhere from several thousand dollars to over $200,000 based on factors, such as:
- Severity of bites / injuries
- Value of damaged property
- Medical expenses
- Emotional distress caused by a bed bug infestation
If the hotel was particularly negligent in their duty of care, you may be awarded punitive damages from a jury. But even if your case does not end up in court (most do not), a skilled bed bug lawyer can maximize the amount you receive for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other applicable damages. That’s why it’s possible for a bed bug case against the Marriott to have values ranging from $100,000 to $800,000. You may even come across verdicts that are $1,000,000 and above, but these are typically associated with class action lawsuits, meaning that a group of people have filed a single claim against the same hotel owner.
Time Limit to File a Bed Bug Injury Claim
The laws in California generally provide claimants with 2 years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit. For cases involving bodily harm and property damage caused by bed bugs, the statute of limitations normally starts on the date of discovering an infestation or bites from bed bugs at the hotel.
Make sure to act quickly and start the legal process on a claim as soon as possible. If a lawsuit is not filed within the 2-year window, it’s likely that the courts will dismiss your case, thereby taking away your chance to receive compensation from Marriott Hotels & Resorts.
Contact a Hotel Bed Bug Lawsuit Attorney
A bed bug infestation is the last thing you should have to deal with as a paying guest at a Marriott hotel. But these incidents are more common than most people realize, and getting justice can be an uphill battle for the average victim.
With the lawyers of Normandie by your side, you can focus on your recovery and being there for your loved ones while we take care of the legal process. With a proven track record of recovery in bed bug settlements, you can depend on us to bring you every penny you deserve from a hotel negligence lawsuit.
We also take the burden of legal fees off your shoulders with the Zero Fee Guarantee. Legal fees are covered by Marriott Hotels & Resorts as a part of your payment from a successful bed bug claim. That means you pay $0 upfront, and you won’t have to pay us for the cost of legal services if we don’t win your case.
As you can see, there is nothing to lose by reaching out and talking to a lawyer who specializes in suing hotels for bed bug infestations. Call us today for a free consultation on your rights and legal options.
