California Hotel & Motel Injury Lawyers

Hotels and motels have a legal duty to provide safe, well-maintained premises for guests and visitors.
When owners, managers, or staff fail to keep the property safe, serious—and often preventable—injuries occur.

The Law Office of Norman Gregory Fernandez represents individuals and families injured at hotels, motels, resorts, and short-term rentals throughout California.

If you were injured due to unsafe conditions, negligent security, or poor maintenance, you have rights—and we are here to protect them.

Common Causes of Hotel & Motel Injuries

Hotel and motel injuries can happen anywhere on the property.
Common causes include:

• Slippery floors and unmarked wet areas

• Defective stairs or railings

• Poor lighting in hallways, stairwells, or parking areas

• Negligent security / attacks by third parties

• Broken or faulty locks

• Trip hazards in hallways or walkways

• Unsafe swimming pools, spas, or fitness areas

• Elevator and escalator malfunctions

• Pest infestations (bed bugs, insects, etc.)

• Loose carpeting or torn flooring

• Balcony or deck structural failures

• Fire, smoke, or carbon monoxide hazards

We investigate the incident, gather evidence, and determine who is responsible.

Hotel and Motel Owners Owe Guests a Higher Legal Duty of Care

Under California law, hotels and motels are considered innkeepers, which means they owe guests a higher duty of care than many other types of businesses. When people stay at a hotel or motel, they are invited onto the property, encouraged to use the rooms, bathrooms, showers, walkways, and amenities, and are entitled to expect that those areas are reasonably safe.

Because guests are unfamiliar with the property and must rely on the hotel to maintain safe conditions, owners and operators are required to take extra precautions to prevent injuries. This includes properly maintaining bathrooms and showers, addressing slippery surfaces, using appropriate non-slip materials or mats, fixing drainage problems, and warning guests about known hazards. When a hotel or motel fails to take these steps, injuries—especially slip and fall accidents in bathrooms and showers—are often preventable and may form the basis of a valid injury claim.

Who May Be Liable for a Hotel or Motel Injury?

Depending on the circumstances, one or more of the following may be liable:

• Hotel or motel owners

• Property management companies

• Maintenance contractors

• Cleaning crews

• Security personnel or contractors

• Corporate franchises

• Short-term rental owners (Airbnb, VRBO, etc.)

We pursue all responsible parties to maximize your recovery.

Compensation Available After a Hotel or Motel Injury

You may be entitled to recover:

• Medical expenses

• Future treatment or rehabilitation

• Lost wages

• Loss of earning capacity

• Pain and suffering

• Emotional distress

• Disability or permanent impairment

• Scarring / disfigurement

If the incident resulted in death, wrongful death damages may apply.

Why Choose The Law Office of Norman Gregory Fernandez?

• Nearly 30 years of California personal injury and premises liability experience

• Direct access to Attorney Norman Gregory Fernandez

• Aggressive investigation and evidence preservation

• We take on hotels, motels, resorts, and major corporate chains

• No upfront fees — you pay nothing unless we win

We are committed to getting you justice and compensation.

We handle hotel and motel injury cases throughout California, including major cities, tourist destinations, and smaller communities. Whether the incident occurred at a large resort, roadside motel, or short-term rental, California premises liability laws apply statewide.

PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS AFTER A HOTEL OR MOTEL INJURY

If you were injured at a hotel, motel, resort, or short-term rental anywhere in California, you need an experienced premises liability attorney on your side immediately.

Unsafe property conditions can lead to serious injuries — and you deserve justice.

The Law Office of Norman Gregory Fernandez Is Here to Help

With nearly 30 years of experience handling complex hotel and motel injury cases, our firm knows how to:

✔ Hold hotel owners, operators, and management companies accountable
✔ Prove unsafe conditions, negligent security, and code violations
✔ Preserve evidence before the property repairs or deletes it
✔ Deal directly with corporate insurance carriers
✔ Fight for maximum compensation for injured guests and visitors

We represent families, travelers, business guests, tourists, and anyone harmed due to unsafe hotel or motel conditions.

Do Not Let a Negligent Hotel or Motel Avoid Responsibility

You have rights.
We will fight to protect them.

➡ Contact The Law Offices of Norman Gregory Fernandez today.
✔ No fee unless we win.