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Can You Sue For Damages If You Are Injured In A Hotel Pool Or Hot Tub?

10 December 2019 by Richard Ramirez

One of the perks of staying in a hotel when you travel is having access to some of the amenities you may not have at home, and something many travelers look forward to is a pool or hot tub. Even though upstanding establishments work really hard to make sure these amenities are well-maintained, it is possible to get injured by using a hot tub or pool that has issues or is not being properly minded by the hotel management. Take a look at some of the things you should know if you are injured in a hot tub or a pool while staying in a hotel.

Gather your own evidence before you leave. 

If you know that it was a pool or hot tub at the establishment that has caused you an injury, it never hurts to gather some evidence just in case. For example, it is not a bad idea to collect:

• water samples if you have developed a rash or skin infection 
• pictures of the pool or hot tub and what caused your injury (for example, if damaged tile cut your foot, try to get a picture) 
• a document or copy of an accident report that you filled out with the hotel staff to let them know you have been injured

Make sure your injuries are professionally documented. 

Do not avoid seeking medical attention immediately if you start noticing you have sustained some kind of injury. Many hotel guests who develop a skin rash or other problems after being in a hot tub or pool will wait until they get home to get treatment, which is not a good idea. It is best to have your injuries professionally assessed and documented by a local emergency room or doctor. Not only can this support your claims of where the accident occurred, but it can also help you ensure you get the proper treatment.

Reach out to a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.

From the moment you suspect that you have been injured in some way at the hotel, it is best to reach out for legal advice from a qualified personal injury attorney. The sooner you can get advice about the situation, the less likely it will be that you make costly mistakes. For example, if you don't know any better, the hotel may convince you to sign a waiver when you leave that states they are not responsible for your injuries.

For more information, contact a law service like Jack W Hanemann, P.S.

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