Treasure Island and the Luxor are being sued by four separate people who say they have been attacked and bitten by bed bugs during their stays last summer.
Guests File Lawsuit Claiming Bed Bug Infestation
Three of the people, Stephen and Courtney Gully from Illinois, as well as Brianna McKenzie, filed a lawsuit against MGM Resorts International, which operates the Luxor, on April 21.
Meanwhile, Teresa Bruce, who stayed at Treasure Island, is the fourth guest who filed a lawsuit with the same complaint on the same day. The four plaintiffs are represented by the Las Vegas law firm Morris, Sullivan, Lemkul & Turtzo. In addition, Brian Virag from the California-based law firm My Bed Bug Lawyer is also listed as an attorney for Brice, alongside the previously mentioned Las Vegas law firm.
According to the lawsuit filed by the Gullys, after Courtney experienced a reaction to bed bugs and reported feeling like her throat was closing, Luxor sent staff and an EMT to her room. An ambulance reportedly transported her to the hospital, where she was treated in the parking lot for her bed bug-related symptoms and administered narcotics. The lawsuit also claims that Courtney had to pay for an Uber to return to the hotel, though Luxor did refund her the resort fee.
Meanwhile, McKenzie stayed at the Luxor from July 16 to 18, 2024, and began noticing bites that were swelling, turning red, and becoming increasingly itchy and painful. The lawsuit states that Luxor confirmed bed bugs were present in her room and provided her with bags to store her personal belongings.
Finally, in Bruce’s case against Treasure Island, the lawsuit states that the casino’s staff examined the room and confirmed the presence of bed bugs, after which she was moved to a different room. However, on June 22, Bruce reportedly discovered additional bites. Staff were then sent to inspect the new room, where the presence of bed bugs was once again confirmed.
What Do the Plaintiffs Want?
The four plaintiffs are pursuing legal action on five counts, including vicarious liability, negligence or gross negligence, negligence per se, fraud, and violations of deceptive trade practices. According to Vraig, the hotel operator is responsible for making sure that the room is bed bug-free.
He further stated that it doesn’t matter what the room’s pricing is, the host should keep the guests safe. In addition, all three lawsuits are seeking damages exceeding $15,000 for general medical and incidental costs, along with special damages. They also request compensation for past and future medical expenses, as well as general damages for pain and suffering, mental distress, emotional anguish, fear, loss of companionship and support, and diminished enjoyment of life, with the total amount to be determined at trial.
