The Tropicana, like many other great hotels, has glitz, gaming, and a number of potential hazards. Injuries may be due to careless behavior on the part of one or more employees at the casino or hotel. If this is the case and you have been badly injured, then you may be able to receive some compensation with the help of an attorney.
Having an attorney fight on your behalf will make you more likely to receive the compensation you deserve. A competent attorney will be able to help you navigate the process of filing a claim and understand some of the complexities and common pitfalls of the process.
Calculating Damages for a Slip and Fall Injury at a Las Vegas Hotel
It is important to include as much relevant documentation (such as witness statements) as you can if you decide to go ahead with a personal injury claim against the Tropicana, or any other hotel. There will be several different things you can file a claim for. Your attorney will help you work out what amounts you wish to claim.
- Medical costs are usually the most important damages claimed. If you tripped over loose carpeting, you could have multiple head and dental injuries. This will necessitate several trips to the hospital, as well as trips to the dentist. All these costs must be documented and included in the claim.
- Lost income, such as wages or salary, can mean severe hardship for you and your family. If you normally drive in your job but broke your leg in a slip and fall accident on the gaming floor, then you will not be able to perform your normal job for several weeks.
- Property that has been damaged or broken during an accident should be compensated separately. For example, if you dropped a laptop when you fell over at the shopping mall, the cost of replacement should be a separate part of the claim.
- Pain and suffering can be very real, but this is one of the more difficult amounts to quantify accurately. This is where an attorney can help determine a suitable amount to include in the claim.
Making a Claim for Damages Against the Hotel May Require Legal Help
Winning a claim against a large organization or massive hotel chain could be harder than you think. Their insurance company is likely to play hardball with you and may even claim that the accident was your fault. You may need all the help you can get.
Contact a personal injury attorney as soon as your injuries allow you to do so. The attorney will provide honest advice about your chances of success. If you do go ahead with legal action, the attorney will help pursue your claim on your behalf.
*Disclaimer
The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Tropicana Las Vegas, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
