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Chicago Hotel Accident Lawyer
Chicago is a spectacular getaway at which to visit family and friends or simply experience fast-paced life in the largest city in the Midwest and the third-largest city in the entire United States. To accommodate the vast number of regular visitors, Chicago has numerous hotels across the city, which can be swank and stylish, luxurious, historic, or relatively simple. Whether you are staying in a high-rise hotel overlooking Lake Shore Drive downtown or in a smaller, simpler hotel in the suburbs, it is important to realize that there is always the chance of being injured during your stay.At the law firm of Abels & Annes, P.C., we represent clients injured in all types of locations, including work, home, school, on the road, and in hotels. If you have been in a hotel accident and suffered serious injuries, please do not wait to call our office to discuss your legal rights and options.Common Accidents and Injuries in HotelsHotels work to have many amenities to attract customers and keep them coming back. Vacationers often want constant activity, so hotels work to include spas, pools, exercise rooms, restaurants and bars, and much more. Some hotels may feel more like resorts—one hotel near Chicago even includes a full indoor water park.While amenities may make a stay more enjoyable for most guests, others have their vacations disrupted due to injuries caused by hazards on the hotel premises. The following are only some examples of accidents that can occur during a hotel stay.Swimming Pool AccidentsMany families select hotels because they have swimming pools or hot tubs for their kids to enjoy. However, hotel pools and hot tubs also present the opportunity for serious and even fatal injuries, especially for children. Accidents that may occur in the pool area include:
- Children wandering unaccompanied into the pool area and falling in
- People slipping and falling into the pool
- Swimmers getting sucked into a pool or spa's drain
- Skin injuries from improper use of chemicals
- Cuts or injuries from sharp surfaces inside the pool
- Falls from malfunctioning diving boards
- Diving into shallow water because there are no depth markers or warning signs
- Slippery, overly worn, or overly polished floor surfaces
- Liquid spills or debris on floors that are not cleaned up in a timely manner
- Dimly lit stairwells or walkways
- Broken railings or stairs
- Rugs or mats that can shift or slip
- Electrical cords in walkways
- Small steps or ramps without warning
- Fires
- Inadequate security
- Failure to remove snow or ice
- Water leaks
- Chemical exposure or toxic fumes