[JeffreyN]

I feel your pain but I dont think you have a recourse and I would be careful hiring a attorney unless it is on a contingency fee basis . I own and operate a athletic club and we provide both day and permament lockers and unfortunatley many times break ins have occured and we have been faced with members feeling similar to how you are right now . Legaly I do not believe you have a recourse as you did not place the mmoney in the care and custody of the hotel management or staff . While you were using the safe in the room the money was under your care and supervision not the hotels and you could of placed or cared for the money in any manner of your choosing. No bailment or custody relationship was established . While your situation is very unfortunate be careful not to compound the problem by paying legal fees.Good luck , I wish you the best but thought it might be benificial to provide you a different perspective........Jeff