Irwin Mitchell LLP is currently acting for 27 Claimants who are proceeding with claims following a holiday to the Riu Bachata Hotel in the Dominican Republic.
The clients booked all inclusive holidays with the tour operator TUI UK Limited and stayed at the Hotel between June and July 2006.
The clients have stated that parts of the Hotel were poorly maintained. Guests complained that window nets in bedrooms were covered in mould and the towels that were supplied were frequently dirty.
Guests also complained that the food served at the Hotel was left uncovered and consequently frequently covered in insects. Some meals were served undercooked or at the wrong temperature, and some items of food also appeared to be recycled and used in later meals.
After staying at the hotel the clients began to suffer from symptoms of stomach cramps, diarrhoea and vomiting. One client was later confirmed as suffering from Shigella.
Irwin Mitchell LLP have recently issued legal proceedings against the Defendant. They currently represent clients who stayed at the Riu Mambo, Riu Merengue and Riu Bachata Hotels (which are all part of the same complex) in 2005, 2006 and 2007.
Irwin Mitchell encourages anyone that has suffered with gastric illness at this hotel to contact them with further details.
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