Airbnb Injury Lawyers

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Airbnb and other short-term rentals, like Vrbo, can be a convenient option, but these properties aren’t always held to the same safety standards as hotels. Poor maintenance or hidden hazards can put you at risk.

If you were injured at an Airbnb or similar rental, you may be unsure who is responsible — the property owner, the host, or the rental platform. We can help you sort through the confusion, hold the right party accountable, and secure compensation for your medical bills and other losses.

Filing A Claim For An Airbnb Injury

Property owners have a legal duty to keep their spaces safe for guests. If you’re injured at an Airbnb due to hazards like broken stairs, falling objects, fires, or poor security, the host may be held liable under California’s premises liability laws. You typically have two years from the date of injury to file a claim.

If you were seriously injured at an Airbnb, it may be worth pursuing a claim. Airbnb offers Host Liability Insurance (HLI) with up to $1 million in coverage per incident for guest injuries or property damage. This applies to a wide range of rentals, from homes and condos to boats and buses.

However, there are exclusions — Airbnb’s policy won’t cover incidents involving assault by the host, vehicle or boat accidents, injuries from serving alcohol to underage guests, disease transmission, or loss of electronic data. In those cases, a claim may need to be filed through the host’s personal or business insurance.

What To Do After

You or a companion should take steps to establish preliminary evidence of liability for an accident that has occurred at an Airbnb property. You should: