Filing bed bug lawsuits and winning a case will require some planning, which a bed bug injury attorney can help you accomplish. As noted on our page about resolved cases, bed bug lawsuit settlements can range anywhere from $10,000 to $80,000 or more given the situation.
To win a bed bug lawsuit, it's essential to have a solid legal foundation. These cases often fall under personal injury or property damage claims. You need to demonstrate that the infestation occurred due to negligence by the hotel or property owner.
Collecting evidence is crucial in a bed bugs lawsuit. This includes photographs of the infestation and bites, medical records if you sought treatment, communication with the landlord or hotel, and expert testimony if possible. A detailed description of your experience and related expenses is also vital.
Compensation for bed bug bites can range between £1,700 - £3,950, depending on severity. Bed bug bites produce noticeable scars. Upon considering the evidence, bed bug bite compensation claims can be awarded between £2,300 - £7,800. Bed bug bites on the face can result in higher awards.
The law, officially titled SB1306, requires that: Apartment landlords must not rent out units that are known to have current infestations of bed bugs. Apartment landlords must give tenants access to educational materials on bed bugs.
Some cases resolve within a few months and others require a lawsuit to be filed, along with several years of litigation. The length of time to resolve a bed bug claim depends on many factors; some of which are outside of our control.
Bed bug injury cases are a type of personal injury case. As with other injury cases, to prevail, you must show that someone else's negligence harmed you. That means providing sufficient proof of their negligence as well as the harm that resulted.
So yes, you should absolutely be able to get a refund for bed bugs in a hotel if you're bitten.