Person H was hurt due to fell on loose floorboard while walking down some steps. The hotel was aware of the danger because another guest also fallen in the step and reported to the desk worker on duty. The hotel does not take any precaution in order to warn this danger. Person H filed an action against the hotel regarding her injury. To discuss: Whether person H should recover.

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Person H was hurt due to fell on loose floorboard while walking down some steps. The hotel was aware of the danger because another guest also fallen in the step and reported to the desk worker on duty. The hotel does not take any precaution in order to warn this danger. Person H filed an action against the hotel regarding her injury.

To discuss: Whether person H should recover.

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