Shook & Stone secured a $1.45 million recovery for an international visitor who suffered permanent injuries after being exposed to unsafe conditions in the pool and jacuzzi of a major resort on the Las Vegas Strip. This case highlights the critical responsibility hotels and resorts have to properly maintain pool facilities and protect guests from hazardous exposures.
The incident occurred in March 2014, while our client was visiting Las Vegas as part of a tour group. During their stay, they spent several hours using a resort cabana and jacuzzi. Shortly afterward, they developed severe chemical burns, hives, hair loss, and respiratory irritation, including a persistent cough and chest discomfort.
What initially appeared to be superficial skin lesions progressed to a severe and chronic respiratory condition known as Reactive Airway Dysfunction Syndrome (RADS). The condition caused persistent coughing, shortness of breath, chest pain, and difficulty breathing. Our client required repeated hospitalizations, daily use of inhalers, and long-term medical care. The exposure permanently affected his respiratory function and overall health.
Before the incident, our client ran a successful construction business and maintained an active lifestyle, including competitive sports and training. Following the exposure, his physical limitations forced him to drastically reduce his working hours, give up sports activities, and make significant lifestyle changes due to persistent symptoms and fatigue.
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Shook & Stone’s attorneys demonstrated that the resort and its operators failed to maintain safe conditions in the pool and spa, resulting in toxic exposure and long-term harm. Through extensive medical documentation, expert testimony, and financial evidence, we established the full extent of our client’s injuries, loss of earning capacity, and diminished quality of life.
The case was settled with a recovery of $1.45 million, providing compensation for ongoing medical needs, reduced earning capacity, and permanent loss of enjoyment of life, while holding a major Las Vegas resort accountable for unsafe conditions.
This outcome reflects Shook & Stone’s commitment to protecting guests affected by dangerous conditions in hotels and resorts and to seeking justice when negligence leads to permanent injuries.
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