ANDREOZZI + FOOTE
HOTEL AND MOTEL SEXUAL ABUSE LAWYER
Reviewed by:
Benjamin D. Andreozzi, Esq.
- Last Updated: November 20, 2025
On This Page
- Why Choose Andreozzi + Foote
- How Hotels and Motels Enable Sexual Trafficking
- What Are Hotels and Motels Legally Required To Do To Protect You?
- How Survivors Can Seek Justice Against Negligent Hotels and Motels
- Evidence in Hotel and Motel Sex Trafficking Cases
- Compensation Available for Hotel and Motel Sex Trafficking Victims
- Time Limits for Filing a Hotel and Motel Sex Trafficking Lawsuit
- How To File a Hotel and Motel Sex Trafficking Lawsuit
- Contact Our Hotel and Motel Sexual Abuse Lawyers
Sexual abuse and trafficking often occur in places where the victims should feel safe, including hotels and motels, and harm often occurs due to negligence or overlooked warning signs. Survivors have the right to hold both the individuals who caused harm and the businesses that enabled it accountable. At Andreozzi + Foote, our trauma-informed attorneys provide guidance through civil lawsuits against hotels and motels, helping survivors seek justice and the compensation they need for their healing.
Why Choose Andreozzi + Foote
Andreozzi + Foote is a national law firm representing survivors of sexual abuse and trafficking. We have successfully litigated some of the most prominent sexual abuse cases in the last decade, including lawsuits against sex trafficking cases against several well-known hotel chains. Our trauma-informed attorneys are committed to achieving meaningful outcomes for survivors and their families. We approach each case with care, dedication, and thorough investigation to ensure every piece of available evidence is recovered and every victim is heard.
We provide comprehensive representation that includes the following:
- Free and confidential consultations for survivors of trafficking and sexual abuse
- Experienced and aggressive legal representation in civil cases against traffickers, the parties that enable it, and other responsible parties
- A trauma-informed approach focused on privacy, dignity, and control
- Nationwide representation with proven success in complex multi-state cases
You deserve justice and accountability. Our focused approach allows us to provide specialized strategies and insights that generalist firms often cannot.
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How Hotels and Motels Enable Sexual Trafficking
Hotels and motels are frequent settings for sex trafficking because they are easily accessible and located near major roads and cities. Trafficking can occur through direct complicity or negligence, such as a lack of awareness training or failure to respond to warning signs.
Warning signs that may indicate trafficking include:
- Guests pay in cash or prepaid credit cards for short stays.
- Multiple visitors enter a single room over brief periods.
- Guests appear frightened, malnourished, or underage.
- “Do Not Disturb” signs are posted frequently, or cleaning services are refused.
- Guests make excessive requests for items such as towels, linens, or condoms.
Hotels and motels share the responsibility of identifying and reporting these warning signs to law enforcement.
What Are Hotels and Motels Legally Required To Do To Protect You?
Premises liability law generally holds property owners and managers, including those of hotels and motels, responsible for maintaining safe conditions for their visitors. Thus, they can be liable if they fail to take reasonable steps to prevent foreseeable harm.
In sex trafficking cases, that responsibility can include training employees on recognizing the signs of trafficking and reporting concerns to law enforcement. Some states, such as California, require hotels and motels to provide regular training on human trafficking awareness to their staff.
Depending on the circumstances, hotels and motels may also face liability for failing to maintain adequate security, hiring qualified staff, or conducting background checks when these issues contribute to trafficking.
How Survivors Can Seek Justice Against Negligent Hotels and Motels
Survivors of sex trafficking may pursue civil lawsuits to hold hotels and motels accountable for negligence. Unlike criminal cases, which focus on prosecuting traffickers, civil cases allow survivors to seek compensation and hold businesses responsible. Although criminal and civil cases operate independently, both offer survivors avenues to pursue justice and can occur simultaneously.
In a sex trafficking case against a hotel or motel, you must establish the following:
- The business owner or staff knew or should have known about the trafficking activity.
- The business owner or its staff failed to take reasonable steps to prevent or stop the abuse.
- The hotel or motel’s negligence enabled the trafficking.
- The survivor suffered damages as a result, including pain and suffering, mental anguish, or loss of enjoyment of life.
Evidence in Hotel and Motel Sex Trafficking Cases
Different types of evidence can be important in a sexual abuse case. In a hotel or motel sex trafficking lawsuit, you must show that the defendants knew, or should have known, about the sex trafficking and failed to take reasonable steps to prevent it or intervene. Evidence to support this may include:
- Prior complaints or incidents at the property
- Security camera footage
- Lack of sex trafficking awareness training
- Guest registry records showing patterns or cash payments
- Staff witness statements
- Police reports or investigations
If physical evidence is not available, do not be discouraged. Many sexual abuse and trafficking cases are built on other forms of proof. At Andreozzi + Foote, we conduct thorough investigations to uncover every piece of relevant evidence to support your case.
Compensation Available for Hotel and Motel Sex Trafficking Victims
Lawsuits allow survivors to seek justice and hold those responsible accountable. While criminal cases focus on the punishment of the abusers, civil cases seek to compensate survivors and hold both abusers and enabling institutions responsible. Compensation is a vital component of the recovery process, providing stability during both the short-term recovery and long-term healing phases.
Survivors may pursue compensation for various damages, including the following:
- Medical and therapy expenses: Past and future treatment costs for counseling, psychiatry, medication, and recovery programs
- Lost wages or reduced earnings: Missed work, employment challenges, or career changes resulting from trauma
- Other costs: Relocation, school changes, and other disruptions directly linked to the abuse
- Emotional distress, pain, and suffering: Physical and emotional trauma, including post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, and loss of life enjoyment
In certain cases, courts may award punitive damages. These are intended to penalize defendants for reckless or negligent conduct and prevent similar actions in the future.
Time Limits for Filing a Hotel and Motel Sex Trafficking Lawsuit
Sexual abuse statutes of limitations set deadlines for how long survivors have to take legal action. These deadlines vary by state and can differ depending on whether the survivor was a child or adult when the abuse occurred. In recent years, many states have extended or eliminated deadlines for sexual abuse cases. Some states have also created special filing periods for cases that would have otherwise been time-barred.
Because these rules are complex and evolving, survivors should consult an attorney regardless of when the abuse occurred. Acting promptly is important because evidence can become harder to gather over time. Early contact enables an attorney to thoroughly investigate the claim and gather evidence to strengthen the case.
Andreozzi + Foote has spent decades studying state laws, rules, and policies nationwide to provide survivors with the guidance and advocacy they deserve. Contact us for a free, confidential, no-obligation consultation about your legal options.
How To File a Hotel and Motel Sex Trafficking Lawsuit
A hotel sex trafficking lawsuit is a civil case against businesses that were negligent and enabled trafficking. Legal action can provide survivors with a sense of justice and restore control over their lives. For many, holding responsible parties accountable is an important step in reclaiming their voice and power.
Filing a sex trafficking lawsuit can be a complex process. A trauma-informed attorney with experience in these cases can guide survivors through the process with care and discretion, providing them with support and understanding. Key ways an attorney can support you:
- Case evaluation: We will review the details of your situation, determine your eligibility to file suit, advise you of your options, identify responsible parties, and develop an effective legal strategy tailored to your needs.
- Investigation and gathering evidence: We will conduct a thorough independent investigation and collect all evidence to build your case, including photos, videos, medical bills, and other documentation. We will also obtain difficult-to-access records such as hotel security footage, visitor logs, and witness statements.
- Filing the lawsuit: Prepare and submit your legal paperwork correctly and on time.
- Settlement negotiations: We will negotiate with the opposition for a full and fair settlement that compensates you for all your damages.
- Litigation and trial: We will represent you in court proceedings, litigate your case aggressively, and fight for you at trial, if necessary.
Contact Our Hotel and Motel Sexual Abuse Lawyers
At Andreozzi + Foote, our approach centers on each client’s individual needs, developing legal strategies that protect emotional well-being while seeking the strongest possible outcome. We connect clients with trauma-informed professionals and carefully structure settlements to reduce future stress, supporting you throughout the process.
If you are considering legal action, we are here to listen and support you. Your consultation is free, confidential, and without obligation. Everything you share will be treated with the highest care and respect.
Contact us online or call (866) 311-8640 to take the first step toward justice and healing.
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