Myrtle Beach Bed Bug Lawsuit Shakes Up Summer Memories
Myrtle Beach is known for its sunny skies, pristine beaches, and of course, fun family vacations. However, not all summer adventures turn out as planned. A recent incident involving a local resort on the south end of Myrtle Beach has raised some eyebrows and, quite frankly, caused a bit of a stir among vacationers.
Crown Reef Beach Resort Facing Lawsuit
The Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark, located at 2913 S. Ocean Blvd, is in hot water after a family from South Carolina decided to file a lawsuit citing bed bug bites during their stay in July 2023. The suit was officially filed on October 16, and it claims that Anthony Neal, Veronica Neal, and Elizabeth Traylor found themselves in a rather uncomfortable situation while enjoying their vacation.
The Neals and Traylor spent a week at the resort from July 15 to July 22, looking forward to some quality family time. But their joy was met with a huge slap of reality when they discovered bed bugs lurking in their room. The lawsuit states that the family spotted the creepy crawlies not just in the beds, but also in the carpeting. Talk about taking a vacation for a spin in the wrong direction!
Health Concerns and Medical Bills
Not only did the family have to deal with this nasty surprise, but they also had to seek medical attention, leading to hospital visits and unexpected medical bills. The lawsuit suggests that the resort should have known about this infestation and, at the very least, warned the Neals and Traylor before they settled in for their vacation. Sadly, there’s no mention of whether these uninvited guests made their way back home with them.
Multiple Claims Against the Resort
The lawsuit isn’t just about the bed bugs, though. It also includes claims of negligence, unfair trade practices, breach of contract, and premises liability. Essentially, the plaintiffs argue that the resort knowingly rented out a room that was infested. On top of that, they are also going after them for intentional infliction of emotional distress. Yikes!
While the exact amount of damages is still up in the air, the family is demanding compensation for their troubles, including covering the costs associated with this whole ordeal.
A History of Bed Bug Issues
This isn’t the first time bed bugs have made headlines in hotels. There have been numerous lawsuits against various hotels over the years claiming similar issues. Travelers generally expect a relaxing and enjoyable experience when they book their stays, and finding creepy-crawlies in their room is definitely not on the list of vacation must-haves!
A Call for Precautions
For locals and visitors alike, this incident serves as a reminder to always check reviews and perhaps do a quick inspection of your room upon arrival. If you see anything that raises a red flag, it’s best to alert the hotel staff immediately. After all, vacations are meant for creating beautiful memories, not dealing with pesky bed bug bites.
As this lawsuit unfolds, we’ll be keeping our ears open for any updates from Crown Reef Beach Resort. In the meantime, let’s hope all future summer trips to Myrtle Beach remain bug-free!
Author: STAFF HERE MYRTLE BEACH
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