New Jersey is home to some beautiful Airbnbs. You might find yourself in an NJ Airbnb if you are visiting the beach, or you want to stay near New York City. Unfortunately, Airbnb accidents do occur. Read on to learn more about Airbnb accidents and what to do in the event of an injury.
How Can I Recover Compensation After an Airbnb Accident?
Airbnb understands that accidents happen. As a result, it has its own insurance coverage, called Host Protection Insurance, which provides those who have been injured with up to $1 million for liability claims brought against third parties. So, if you incur an injury in an Airbnb and file a lawsuit, you can receive compensation from the company, rather than the host. But, there are some instances in which Airbnb will not provide coverage. This includes:
- Intentional acts, such as a guest fighting with another person and sustaining an injury
- Accusations of slander or defamation of character
- Property issues, such as bed bugs, asbestos, communicable diseases, or certain other unsafe living conditions
- Auto accidents, such as car accidents occurring on the premises
If you experience one of these incidents, you will have to take a different route when it comes to pursuing legal action. In either case, you will need to retain an experienced personal injury attorney to help you recover the compensation you deserve.
What Should I do if I am Injured?
If you become injured, you will need to fulfill the burden of proof. This means that you will have to prove that some sort of negligence occurred to cause your injury. To prove this, you will want to take photos and videos of the conditions that caused your accident. Additionally, if anyone witnessed your accident, you will want to take down their contact info. A witness may have details that you yourself do not have since they were not involved, and they may be able to provide witness statements.
If you wish to pursue legal action, you will need to make sure you file your personal injury claim on time. In New Jersey, the statute of limitations for a personal injury claim is generally two years from the date of the accident. This means that if you do not file within the two years, you will most likely lose your chance to recover compensation. To ensure that you do not miss any important deadlines, you should reach out to a skilled personal injury attorney as soon as possible.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an Airbnb, contact our firm today.
If you have been injured due to the negligence of another party and wish to speak with an attorney, contact the Law Office of Christopher T. Howell, Esq. today.
