New York City Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Lawyer
Click For Your Free ConsulationNew York City residents would like to believe they are safe in their homes, but carbon monoxide is known as a silent killer. Unfortunately, carbon monoxide is not as uncommon as you might think, especially carbon monoxide poisoning cases in New York City where property owners sometimes cut corners or fail to adequately maintain their buildings and appliances.
If you or a loved one suffered injuries from carbon monoxide poisoning in New York City, it’s important to know your legal rights from an NYC premises liability lawyer.
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Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas produced as a by-product of combustible materials that contain carbon. It is a neurotoxin that binds to the blood’s hemoglobin in place of oxygen, resulting in oxygen deprivation to the brain and other organs. Carbon monoxide poisoning can quickly cause unconsciousness, leaving victims unable to remove themselves from the danger in time to prevent brain injury or death.
Appliances and equipment that produce carbon monoxide are equipped with safety devices and ventilation measures to prevent the emission of this dangerous gas.
New York apartment building owners and office building managers have a legal duty of care to take all reasonable measures to avoid causing those lawfully on their property to suffer a preventable injury, including carbon monoxide poisoning caused by improperly maintained equipment. The most common causes of New York City carbon monoxide poisoning cases include the following:
Blocked exhaust and ventilation systems, incomplete combustion, and poorly maintained appliances and heating equipment are the most common negligence-related causes of carbon monoxide poisoning. Unfortunately, these unsafe conditions are not uncommon in New York City apartment buildings, workplaces, and other buildings — a New York City personal injury lawyer will fight for your due financial compensation.
Tragically, some cases of carbon monoxide poisoning happen at night when residents are sleeping and unable to detect warning signs. However, fast action during a daytime carbon monoxide leak can save your life or the lives of your family members. symptoms include the following:
If you notice the above signs of carbon monoxide poisoning, you must act quickly to remove yourself and your family from danger by exiting the building and entering the fresh air.
Property owners have a legal duty of care to those who are lawfully on their property, including renters, employees, patrons, and customers. This duty of care requires them to maintain their property and quickly repair safety hazards. Vigilant attention to appliances that produce carbon monoxide is critical to a property owner’s duty of care. If a property owner is aware of a potential risk or repair problem and neglects to take prompt action, they are liable for the injury victim’s damages.
If a negligent property owner caused you or your loved one to suffer injuries from carbon monoxide poisoning, you have a right to recover compensation for damages such as the following:
If you lost a loved one due to carbon monoxide poisoning, a wrongful death claim could recover compensation for damages like funeral and burial costs, loss of a provider’s income and benefits, and compensation for grief and anguish.
Injury or death by carbon monoxide poisoning is entirely preventable. If you or a loved one suffered from the terrifying impacts of this silent killer, reach out to the experienced attorneys at The Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Attorneys at Law to learn about your right to compensation.
Call (212) 564-2800 or contact us online to learn more.
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