After an accident happens, who you hire to fight for you matters. In an incident related to an Airbnb stay, having a skilled legal team by your side with ample experience can prove vital to recovering truly fair compensation.
There are various factors to think about before you bring anyone on your side. Most importantly, you should consider the following aspects of that personal injury attorney’s ability to meet your needs.
At Kwartler Manus, our Philadelphia personal injury attorney has helped many people achieve fair outcomes in even the most challenging legal matters.
Experience with Airbnb Specific Cases
Airbnb is a very different organization from other types of property injury claims. An attorney with Airbnb experience has the unique ability to handle the circumstances that can complicate matters, including short-term rental rules and obligations in the community.
Going up against a large insurance company like this can be tough. Airbnb has a reputation to uphold, and they will do all they can to limit your ability to recover any damages at all. An attorney with experience understands what is at stake for you, the victim, but also what Airbnb can and will not do for you.
Specific Injury Experience
Next, look for a Philadelphia Airbnb injury attorney who has handled a case like your own. There are various situations that can result in injuries to guests and visitors, and the rules on who is responsible in each one could be slightly different. Some of the most common injuries that occur on Airbnb properties include:
- Slip and fall accidents
- Fires and burns
- Exposure to toxins, including allergens or chemicals
- Swimming pool accidents
- Carbon monoxide poisoning
- Bed bug infestations
In each of these cases, the host typically holds fault. That means the host’s insurance is responsible for your premises liability negligence. However, there are other situations in which Airbnb itself may be responsible. That could include situations where the company fails to address documented and known safety issues and continues to rent the space. It is far more complex to handle Airbnb-specific losses. The right attorney knows how to hold them accountable to the fullest level allowed under the law.
An Attorney Capable of Proving Fault
You also need to choose a Philadelphia Airbnb injury attorney with specific experience handling difficult-to-prove matters. It is very common, for example, for hosts to blame guests for their injuries, claiming the guest was irresponsible or reckless.
Liability insurance does not cover intentional actions that result in injury. If you broke a glass table by jumping off of it, you may find suing for that cut far more challenging to do. Your lawyer should be able to help you navigate the complexity of claims where the insurance company is being unfair.
For example, they may be able to show that structural failures led to your injuries or that poor maintenance and upkeep caused the accident, causing you to slip and fall, striking the table that caused the accident. These are certainly more complex cases, but the right attorney will help you navigate them.
Look for a Personal Injury Attorney Ready to Fight for Fair Compensation
Victims of Airbnb personal injury claims often have more losses than they realize. If you do not, and you only have a simple urgent care bill to file a claim for, an attorney may not be helpful. However, in a serious case with significant injuries and financial losses, you certainly need an attorney on your side capable of truly fighting for fair compensation. You do not want to settle too soon for too little.
Talk to the attorney about their specific guidance on what your claim may be worth. You may claim losses such as:
- Medical expenses
- Loss of wages
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma
If an attorney simply settles too soon, you miss out. Instead, choose a lawyer who can dedicate time to your case. That includes researching losses and faults, building an evidence-based claim, and then even going to court when necessary, within the two-year statute of limitations, to fight for you.
Trusted and Respectful Matters, Too
When choosing an attorney for a critical situation, especially with significant losses, you need to be able to trust the person you hire. Legal representation is more than simply presenting a claim and moving on. You want an attorney who is:
- Available to speak to you and answer your questions
- Capable of showing you respect and empathy for what you are facing
- Proven respect in the local courts and community for the work they do
- Reliable in providing authentic, accurate insight
- Honesty and transparency about what your real legal options and limitations are
If you have an attorney who does not meet these goals just yet, now is the time to seek alternative support.
Schedule a Free Consultation with Our Airbnb Injury Lawyer in Philadelphia
Kwartler Manus brings experience, reputation, and confidence to your claims process. Contact us to speak to a Philadelphia Airbnb injury attorney who wants to help you seek fair compensation. We would be happy to offer a free consultation for you, without any obligation to work with us. Before you settle, contact us.