The Hidden Dangers of Legionnaires’ Disease

Negligent Property Owners’ Accountability and Legal Support

Legionnaires’ disease, a relatively uncommon type of pneumonia, is caused by an infection from the Legionella bacteria. The infection develops from potentially infected water systems like cooling towers, swimming pools, and even the cooling units within large facilities. If these systems are left unclean, it allows for the bacteria to grow which can get inhaled through mist and vapor and building users can develop the disease.

The Risks 

The threat of contracting Legionnaires’ disease  increases when building owners, property managers and individuals use a water system that is unregulated and poorly maintained. Some buildings may become clustered and lack the necessary maintenance, exposing people to the legionella bacteria. Those at greater risk include the elderly, people with poor health and those suffering from lung conditions.
Legionella bacteria cause legionnaires’ disease and its outbreaks mostly happen in places where control is highly required such as hotels, hospitals, and blocks of flats. Due to the complexity of the water systems, it becomes suitable habitats for the bacteria to develop. When there are problems of maintenance, serious problems follow. It could even lead to death. Hence, every property owner and company is obliged to protect the interior of their buildings and to combat Legionella bacteria as part of this duty.

Your Rights

If you came down with Legionnaires’ disease or related illness due to any facility’s negligence, you may have a legal case. Building owners and businesses are responsible for keeping their systems up to mitigate health risks. Otherwise, they may be liable for the damages caused by their actions or inactions.
Mr. Scott A. Harford of Harford P.C. / Legionnaires Disease Attorney is not only deeply concerned with personal injury claims of victims who have suffered from Legionnaires’ disease but also assists in achieving justice and financial settlement. Given Scott’s experience as a corporate and insurance defense lawyer, he knows how corporations will attempt to resolve the financial liability. He now harnesses that knowledge to practice and assist on behalf of victims, making sure that they are compensated for their medical bills, lost income and other damages they have suffered due to someone else’s neglect.
In contrast to the bigger legal companies whereby workload is transferred to junior lawyers or paralegals, each case is overseen by Scott Harford himself at Harford P.C. His bespoke, sequential practice approach enables him to strategize and deploy proper legal representation to the clients at hand within the given legal boundaries.

Achieving compensation and justice

Financial burden, long-term health effects and extended periods of medical treatment are some of the effects that an individual suffering from Legionnaires disease has to face. Taking steps to sue the responsible parties can be beneficial in recovering funds that the victims require to cover the expenses and get on with their lives.
Do not think twice to contact a legal expert if you or your family has been diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease. Harford P.C. provides free consultation to make you aware of your choices and the best path forward. 
Call today to speak to a seasoned Legionnaires’ disease attorney in New York who will be dedicated to looking out for your interests and helping you obtain what is justly yours.