Oyo Hotel Injury Lawyer
Not many people know what a Oyo Hotel is but recently they have taken over the Old Hooters Hotel located next to the now demolished Tropicana.
This hotel was originally a Howard Johnson Hotel and has been sold and transferred several times over the years with many different names.
The most recent before becoming an Oyo brand hotel it was famously a Hooters Hotel and Casino for many years.
In 2019 the hotel was acquired by Oyo Hotels and Homes, a company based in India and known for its budget friendly rooms.
The hotel was renamed and renovated and is now The Oyo Hotel and Casino.
With the location of the Oyo at the end of the strip on Tropicana near what will be the new baseball field you can get the strip experience at a budget rate.
The average price of a room at Oyo is cheaper when compared to other strip properties that can be three or four times as much per night.
This is a hotel chain with locations around the country and the world.
However having more affordable rooms can leave guests to suffer other consequences of cost cutting measures.
There are hints of reviews about the cleanliness and other conditions that are not as they seem.
Bottom line is that cheap does not always equal good, especially when we are talking about a large casino hotel that is over 5 decades old.
The possibilities for accident and injury are more prevalent when cost cutting leads to negligence by hotel owners and operators.
Cost-cutting measures that have been implemented by the Oyo management and staff are compromising the integrity of the hotel and the safety of the guests and staff.
If you have stayed at the Oyo Hotel recently and suffered an injury or illness related to your stay, let The Richard Harris Law Firm help you get the compensation you deserve.
Richard Harris Law Firm Can Help
What you should know about The Richard Harris Law Firm.
We have been representing clients in Las Vegas and all of Nevada for over 40 years.
Our team has taken on many large casino hotel operators over the years.
We have many years of experience in dealing with large corporations like casino property owners.
Our team has recovered Billions of dollars for our clients over the years.
Our team has represented clients who have been injured while staying at some of the biggest strip hotels.
Our lawyers are good at negotiating with the insurance companies.
And if that does not work we will be fully prepared to go to trial if necessary to get you the settlement you deserve.
If you have been injured while staying at the Oyo Hotel in Las Vegas give our office a call to schedule a free consultation.
There is no harm in speaking with someone about your experience.
Even if you were here on vacation or business and live in another state you will need a locally licensed legal expert to handle your case.
Only lawyers who are licensed in Nevada can practice law and represent you in Nevada.
The Richard Harris Law Firm works on a contingency basis, meaning we take no money up front and only get compensated when we win your claim.
Big corporations like the Oyo Hotel chain have a slew of legal experts and insurance adjusters on their side and so should you when you’re injured while staying at their property.
Call The Richard Harris Law Firm today and get Nevada’s premier law firm on your side.
Common Injuries at the Oyo Hotel and Casino
With budget friendly hotels there seems to be some common injuries and incidents that happen at these types of properties.
Many reviews have reported that the cleanliness in not as clean as it is claimed to be, and that safety issues of varying varieties have resulted in guest injuries including;
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Trip and fall injuries-These occur due to broken or uneven flooring and carpet. Broken or not properly lit hallways and stairwells are another cause of trip and fall incidents. Debris left by guests or not cleaned up by staff is another reason for trip and fall accidents.
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Slip and Fall-These incidents are mainly reported due to wet floors from spills and around pool areas. When spills are addressed by staff this can lead to slip and fall incidents.
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Assault/ Sexual Assault-Lack of security or diminished security due to cost-cutting measures can lead to assaults s on property. These assaults can be anything from a fight between two guests to a sexual assault. These are serious matters and dangerous to guests and staff. Lack of security and drugs and alcohol usually play a role in assaults of guests and staff.
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Burns-Burn injuries can be caused by a number of things; the most reported is burns by overly hot liquids like coffee. Also reported are burn incidents from scalding water from a shower that can’t be turned off or cooled down. Another reported incident is room provided accessories including coffee pots and hair dryers that may malfunction and leave guests with severe burns.
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Bed Bug Infestations-Bed bugs are disgusting, just the idea of them crawling around in the mattress while you sleep leave shivers down most people’s spines, but in many budget friendly hotels bed bug bites and infestations are one of the most reported incidents leading to illness or injury. They can leave bites almost like a mosquito and leave many people very ill.
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Food Poisoning-Besides slip and fall this is the most common injury at large hotels and casinos. This happens since there is so much food prepared and delivered throughout a hotel on a daily basis. Food may not be prepared or handled properly causing guests to become ill. Food poisoning is a serious illness and leads to hospitalizations.
Although these are the most common injuries related to hotel stays in Las Vegas, these are by no means the only incidents reported when staying at hotels like the Oyo Hotel.
Any incident that causes injury or illness should be checked out by a medical professional.
Were You Injured at The Oyo Hotel?
Regardless of what injuries you suffer while visiting a hotel like the Oyo in Las Vegas, you need to do the following to ensure not only your safety but also your ability to recoup any losses you suffer as a result of your injuries.
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Report the incident- As soon as you safely can report the accident or injury to an Oyo Hotel staff member, security guard or manager. Request to seek medical attention and fill out an accident report. This report will be filled out by a staff member of the hotel. Request a copy and only answer basic questions directly related to the accident itself.
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Seek Medical Care- Regardless of your injury , or how small you think the injury is, request to seek medical attention. You should do this as soon as the accident or injury occurs. You may not even be aware of how bad your injuries are, many injuries do not present themselves right away or are not visible to the naked eye.
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Gather Information- If possible gather as much information as you can. Take video and photos of the injuries and the area that the accident happened in. If there are any witnesses get their contact information for future statements. Request any and all reports by police or security and any video the hotel has of the incident.
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Never Sign anything- You will eventually have to speak with hotel staff and insurance adjusters relating to your injury. Never give recorded statements without first speaking with a legal expert. Never take the first offer to settle, usually this is a low ball offer and an attempt to settle your case quickly for as little as possible.
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Seek Legal Advice- If you have been injured while visiting a hotel like Oyo in Las Vegas your best bet before speaking to anyone that represents the hotel is to contact a lawyer. A legal expert can help you understand your rights and how to proceed with a claim against the casino.
These are just the first steps in getting you the settlement you deserve.
There are several other things to be aware of when injured at the Oyo Casino Hotel.
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Statute of limitations-In Nevada there is a statute of limitations on personal injury cases, this is two years from the date of the injury or when the illness was found out. Failure to meet this deadline may result in forfeiting any and all attempts to recover damages. There are few circumstances where this may not be the case but very few. Your attorney can explain in more detail the statute of limitations in Nevada.
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Regardless of where you live you must have a lawyer that is able to practice law in Nevada to represent you. Most people who stay at hotels in Las Vegas are from another state. If you are injured at the Oyo in Nevada you will need a lawyer from Nevada to take your case. A lawyer from another state can work with a Nevada lawyer or can attempt to get permission to temporarily practice in Nevada. This can be costly and time consuming so it’s better if your legal expert is in Nevada.
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Be aware of insurance companies and settlement offers. Insurance adjusters may come across as on your side and willing to help you, but be aware. Insurance companies are a business and therefore the bottom line is to make money and payout as little as possible. Most will try to give you a lowball offer just to close the case as soon as possible with the least amount of money possible. Never accept this or any offer without consulting with a lawyer. Your legal team will deal with all communications between you and any representatives of the hotel.
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All cases or not are the same. There is no blueprint on how one injury is to another. Each case is handled and represented differently. Settlements are also different and based on the severity of the incident and injuries. Your legal team will come up with a strategic plan that represents your specific claim.
People making budget friendly choices are just as entitled to a safe, clean visit to a hotel as anyone else.
When a hotel like the Oyo Hotel markets budget friendly pricing to stay in Las Vegas you should be confident that your stay will be safe and clean.
When a hotel fails to meet the basic needs of its guests and this leads to accidents and injuries that have been prevented then they should be held accountable for their actions.
If you stayed at the Oyo Hotel and were injured during your stay call The Richard Harris Law Firm today to request a free consultation appointment.