July 20th 2024.
A tragic incident at a motel in Erlanger, Kentucky has resulted in a hefty payout for the family of a 76-year-old man. Alex Chronis, who checked into the Econo Lodge Motel in November 2021, suffered severe burns after taking a shower with water that exceeded a scorching 150 degrees Fahrenheit. Despite undergoing multiple medical procedures and being in the hospital for over five months, Chronis sadly passed away in June 2022.
The jury in Kentucky's Kenton County Circuit Court awarded Chronis' estate a total of $2.06 million in damages, including coverage for medical expenses, pain and suffering, funeral costs, and punitive damages. Initially, the estate had filed a lawsuit in October 2022 seeking $7 million in damages for the tragedy.
According to reports, Chronis' nephew, who was staying at the motel with him, took pictures of the aftermath of the scalding shower. These photos revealed the extent of his uncle's injuries, including deep-tissue second and third-degree burns all over his legs. The shocking incident occurred just a day after Chronis had checked into the motel.
The lawsuit stated that the scalding water quickly knocked Chronis to the floor of the shower, where he continued to be scalded. He was rushed to the hospital and underwent surgical grafting for his wounds, but unfortunately, his injuries were too severe, and he ultimately passed away. His attorney, Jeffrey Blankenship, spoke to the media after the judgment was announced, explaining that Chronis had to endure painful skin grafting due to the dangerously hot water in the motel shower.
Chronis, who was not married and had no children, was survived by his niece, who filed the lawsuit on his behalf. His family will now receive a significant amount of compensation for the tragic loss of their loved one. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining safe and appropriate water temperatures, as even a seemingly mundane task like taking a shower can have devastating consequences.
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