Hotels and resorts have certainly experienced tough times along with the average American. Whenever people's wallets take a hit, so do hotels. Although we've all been traveling less, whether for work or pleasure, signs are showing that the hospitality industry will soon see an increase in business.
Industry experts predict a "truly phenomenal" year in 2012 and moderate improvement in the coming year. Demand for hotel rooms is expected to continue to grow during 2011 at a slow pace. Also, the occupancy growth rate will slow down as we enter into next year. However, experts believe it will increase once again.
Most importantly, hotel and resort occupancy rates will increase along with profits. This is music to their ears considering the downturn they have experienced the last few years. Although increased occupancy rates leads to greater profits, it should also lead to greater calls for safety and security measures.
All too often we've heard of individuals getting injured, and assaulted, at hotels. We have represented many individuals who were the unfortunate victims of violent crimes due to the hotel's lack of adequate security or safeguards to protect against such harms. The spectrum of injuries ranges from food poisoning to bed bugs to slip and falls, and worst of all, violent attacks due to negligent security.
Our Miami Resort Injury Lawyers urge tourist to be vigilant when traveling. Here are some helpful tips to protect yourself:
1. Keep your door locked at all times. When inside your room use the deadbolt and security chain.
2. Don't open your door to strangers. Just because someone claims to be a hotel employee, doesn't mean you should open the door. When not expecting a hotel employee, call the front desk to confirm someone is there to see you. Also, leave the security chain engaged when opening the door.
3. At night, make sure to enter and exit the hotel at the main entrance. This is usually the most well-lit area of a hotel.
4. Use common sense! If something doesn't seem right, just follow your gut. Our instincts are often right on point.
While industry members will be focusing on the bottom line, let us hope they don't overlook their guests' safety.
Accident victims should speak with one of our experienced attorneys. We represented the insurance companies for years so we know all of their tricks. And we're ready to use what we learned defending the insurance companies for your benefit. Therefore, call us today to discuss your case in greater detail.
