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Bat Bite Lawsuit: Pilot Sues Denver Hotel for $100K
2 Jul
Summary
- Pilot suing hotel after alleged bat bite in room.
- Medical bills reportedly reached nearly $100,000.
- Lawsuit seeks damages for emotional distress and injuries.
A commercial pilot has filed a lawsuit against a downtown Denver hotel, alleging a bat bite resulted in medical bills nearing $100,000. The incident reportedly occurred in August 2025 while the pilot was staying on the hotel's 22nd floor. He claims he was awakened by bats in his room and later discovered a bite on his foot.
Despite the bat testing negative for rabies, the pilot underwent a full course of post-exposure treatment due to the disease's severity. The lawsuit seeks compensation for medical expenses, emotional distress, and legal costs. The pilot's attorney stated the hotel's response was inadequate and the incident was preventable.
The alleged encounter has had a lasting psychological effect, causing the pilot anxiety during subsequent hotel stays. The hotel's parent company, Marriott International, has been contacted for comment.
