With many experts in public health warning of a significant wave of bed bugs entering the UK we look at the legal position regulating bed bug claims.
The increased number of visitors travelling in and out of the UK means that bed bug infestation, already a problem on our shores, is likely to increase in this country. Bed bugs can easily travel in amongst luggage, clothing and personal effects, causing infestations in homes, hotels and even on public transportation systems. The result of this is a rise in the number of bed bug claims now being made.
Bed bugs, despite being small insects, can cause more than just minor discomfort. While their bites are not known to transmit diseases, they can cause itchy welts, allergic reactions, and secondary skin infections. Beyond physical discomfort, bed bug infestations can also cause psychological distress. And severe bites can also have a financial impact, with victims not only incurring medical expenses but also facing the costs of extermination and replacing infested belongings.
If you have suffered due to a bed bug infestation, you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injuries and your losses. Our firm is experienced in bringing bed bug compensation claims against landlords, hotels and package holiday providers and you can read here a case study of one of our successes.
Claiming compensation for bed bug bites involves understanding your legal rights. By using the services of specialist lawyers like ourselves we can help you to document the evidence that is necessary to prove your case and maximise the claim. And you shouldn’t let worries about legal costs put you off as we are able to work on a No Win – No Fee basis.
We operate a free legal helpline which you can contact by phone or email for guidance on starting you claim to recover the compensation you deserve.
