Summary
A lawsuit has been filed against a California hotel by the family of Terril Wade Johnson, Sr., who died from severe burns after taking a shower at the hotel. The lawsuit claims the water was dangerously hot and exceeded safety standards, leading to Johnson's death.
Key Facts
- Terril Wade Johnson, Sr., died from scalding burns at a hotel in California.
- His family has filed a lawsuit against the hotel and Marriott.
- The incident occurred after he took a shower with water heated above legal limits.
- The Santa Clara County Medical Examiner confirmed that burns covered 33.5% of Johnson's body.
- The lawsuit claims the water temperatures reached 134-136 degrees Fahrenheit.
- The family alleges wrongful death, premises liability, negligence, and emotional distress.
- They are seeking a jury trial and damages for financial and emotional losses.
- Johnson was celebrating his granddaughter's graduation when the incident happened.
