Whether you’re traveling for business, vacation, or visiting family, you expect hotels, resorts, and other lodging facilities to provide a safe environment. Property owners, hotel operators, and hospitality businesses have a legal responsibility to maintain their premises and protect guests from preventable hazards. When they fail to do so, serious injuries can occur.

If you or a loved one was injured at a hotel, motel, resort, vacation rental, or other travel-related property because of unsafe conditions, Hill & Moin LLP is prepared to help you pursue the compensation you deserve. Our experienced New York personal injury attorneys represent travelers, tourists, and residents injured by negligence in hotels and other hospitality settings.

Your case. Your future. Our priority.

What You Need to Know About Hotel & Travel Accident Claims

Hotel owners and operators owe guests a duty to maintain reasonably safe premises. This includes inspecting the property, repairing dangerous conditions, providing adequate security, and warning guests about known hazards.

When hotels fail to meet these responsibilities, guests may suffer serious injuries that result in expensive medical bills, lost wages, and long-term physical or emotional harm.

Depending on how your accident occurred, you may have a premises liability, personal injury, or negligent security claim against the responsible parties.

You deserve a law firm that prioritizes your safety and recovery. Contact Hill & Moin LLP today for a confidential, no-obligation consultation.

What Types of Hotel & Travel Accidents Are Most Common?

Accidents can happen throughout a hotel or resort property.

Common incidents include:

• Slip and fall accidents
• Trip and fall accidents
• Stairway accidents
• Swimming pool injuries
• Elevator and escalator accidents
• Parking lot accidents
• Balcony collapses
• Falling objects
• Inadequate security assaults
• Food poisoning
• Burns and fire-related injuries
• Shuttle or courtesy vehicle accidents

Whether the accident occurred in a guest room, lobby, restaurant, fitness center, pool area, or parking garage, hotel owners may be responsible if negligence contributed to your injuries.

Common Causes of Hotel Injuries

Many hotel accidents are preventable with proper maintenance and safety procedures.

Examples include:

Unsafe Walking Surfaces

Wet floors, torn carpeting, uneven sidewalks, loose mats, and poorly maintained stairways frequently lead to serious falls.

Inadequate Security

Hotels should take reasonable measures to protect guests from foreseeable criminal activity through adequate lighting, functioning locks, surveillance systems, and trained security personnel.

Defective Elevators and Escalators

Mechanical failures or poor maintenance may result in devastating injuries.

Swimming Pool Hazards

Missing safety equipment, slippery pool decks, inadequate supervision, or unsafe conditions can lead to drowning incidents and other injuries.

Fire Safety Violations

Blocked exits, malfunctioning smoke detectors, defective fire suppression systems, and inadequate emergency planning may increase the severity of hotel fires.

Common Injuries After a Hotel Accident

Hotel accidents can cause injuries ranging from relatively minor to catastrophic.

Common injuries include:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Neck injuries
• Back injuries
• Broken bones
• Hip fractures
• Shoulder injuries
• Knee injuries
• Burns
• Lacerations
• Internal injuries
• Emotional trauma

Some injuries require surgery, extended rehabilitation, or permanent lifestyle changes.

Recent Hotel & Travel Safety Statistics

Travel-related injuries remain a significant public safety concern in the United States.

Hotel & Travel Safety Fact	Recent Data
Unintentional injuries	The CDC continues to identify unintentional injuries—including falls—as a leading cause of emergency department visits nationwide.
Workplace injuries in hospitality	The leisure and hospitality industry reported a 2.8 recordable injury rate per 100 full-time workers in 2024, highlighting ongoing safety risks within hotels and lodging facilities.
Hotel workplace hazards	Housekeeping, maintenance, and guest areas commonly involve slip-and-fall hazards, lifting injuries, and unsafe walking surfaces that can affect both employees and guests.
Falls remain a leading cause of injury	Falls continue to be one of the leading causes of injury requiring emergency medical treatment across all age groups.

These statistics demonstrate why hotels must prioritize guest safety through regular inspections, maintenance, and hazard prevention.

Don’t wait—your future starts with one phone call. Contact Hill & Moin LLP today.

Who May Be Responsible for a Hotel Accident?

Liability depends on the facts of your case, but responsible parties may include:

• Hotel owners
• Hotel management companies
• Resort operators
• Property management companies
• Cleaning contractors
• Security companies
• Elevator or escalator maintenance companies
• Restaurant operators
• Third-party vendors

Our attorneys conduct thorough investigations to identify every potentially liable party.

What Compensation May Be Available?

If another party’s negligence caused your injuries, you may be entitled to recover compensation for:

• Emergency medical treatment
• Hospital expenses
• Future medical care
• Rehabilitation
• Lost wages
• Reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Permanent disability
• Loss of enjoyment of life

Our goal is to pursue maximum compensation while allowing you to focus on your recovery.

What Should You Do After a Hotel Accident?

The actions you take immediately after an accident can strengthen your legal claim.

Hotel Accident Checklist

• Seek medical attention immediately.
• Report the incident to hotel management.
• Request a copy of the incident report if available.
• Photograph the accident scene and hazardous condition.
• Preserve damaged clothing or personal property.
• Obtain witness contact information.
• Keep all medical records and receipts.
• Contact Hill & Moin LLP before speaking with insurance representatives.

Understanding the Legal Process

Step 1: Free Consultation

We review your accident, injuries, and determine whether you have a valid premises liability claim.

Step 2: Investigation

Our attorneys gather surveillance footage, maintenance records, witness statements, inspection reports, and medical records.

Step 3: Filing the Claim

We pursue compensation from the responsible hotel, insurer, or other negligent parties.

Step 4: Negotiation

We negotiate aggressively to secure a fair settlement whenever possible.

Step 5: Trial

If necessary, Hill & Moin LLP is fully prepared to present your case before a jury.

Settlement vs. Trial

Settlement	Trial
Often resolves more quickly	May require additional time
Compensation negotiated	Jury determines damages
Greater certainty	Outcome less predictable
Lower litigation costs	Potential for higher compensation depending on the evidence
Private resolution	Public court proceedings

Every hotel accident case deserves a strategy tailored to the facts of the incident and the severity of the injuries.

Why Choose Hill & Moin LLP?

Hill & Moin LLP has represented injured New Yorkers for decades in premises liability, slip and fall accidents, elevator and escalator accidents, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death claims.

Clients choose Hill & Moin LLP because we provide:

• Personalized legal representation
• Thorough investigations
• Access to respected experts
• Skilled negotiations with insurance companies
• Trial-ready advocacy
• No attorney fees unless compensation is recovered

Whether your injury occurred in a luxury hotel, boutique inn, resort, conference center, or vacation rental, we are committed to protecting your future.

Speak with a trusted New York injury attorney at Hill & Moin LLP—your future deserves protection.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hotel & Travel Accident Claims

Can I sue a hotel if I was injured on the property?

Yes. If your injuries were caused by unsafe conditions that the hotel knew or should have known about, you may have a premises liability claim.

What if I slipped in the hotel lobby or bathroom?

If wet floors, poor maintenance, inadequate warnings, or another hazardous condition caused your fall, the hotel may be responsible for your injuries.

Can I file a claim if I was assaulted because of inadequate hotel security?

Possibly. Hotels may be liable if negligent security measures contributed to foreseeable criminal activity that caused your injuries.

How long do I have to file a hotel accident lawsuit in New York?

Personal injury claims are subject to legal deadlines under New York law. Speaking with an attorney promptly helps preserve evidence and protect your rights.

How much does it cost to hire Hill & Moin LLP?

Hill & Moin LLP handles hotel and travel accident cases on a contingency fee basis. You pay no attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation on your behalf.

Contact Hill & Moin LLP Today

A hotel or travel accident can interrupt your life in an instant, leaving you with painful injuries, unexpected expenses, and uncertainty about the future. You should not have to navigate the legal process alone.

When your health, livelihood, or family’s future is on the line, every decision matters. Call Hill & Moin LLP today and take the first step toward financial recovery and peace of mind.

Contact Hill & Moin LLP today to schedule your confidential, no-obligation consultation.

You may be entitled to compensation for your travel accident, contact us today!