Even though there are many laws and regulations that require building owners and businesses to protect people from carbon monoxide poisoning, there continues to be a need for a good carbon monoxide poisoning law firm Maryland community members can rely on.
Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning
Carbon monoxide is found in fumes that come from burning fuel in cars, trucks, trains and other forms of transportation, small engines, stoves, lanterns, grills, fireplaces, gas ranges, furnaces and heaters, other household appliances and equipment, pool and spa equipment, and gardening equipment, to name just a few of the many things that create CO. It is produced from burning fuels such as wood, oil, gasoline, natural gas, charcoal, and coal. Flames, engines and other combustible devices cause the release of carbon monoxide.
CO is odorless, tasteless,colorless, and cannot be seen by the human eye- and it is highly toxic.
Common Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
People who are exposed to carbon dioxide are not usually aware of the fact that they are breathing a potentially deadly gas. A person who is exposed to too much CO2 may seem to quietly fall asleep when in fact they have lost consciousness and there is a lack of oxygen going to their brain.
Common symptoms of CO poisoning include but are not limited to:
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Chest pain and/or irregular heart beat
- Upset stomach
- Vomiting
- Loss of consciousness
- Confusion
When someone breathes in too much carbon monoxide it can cause the above symptoms in addition to:
- Brain damage
- Death
Compensation For Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
If you or someone you love has suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning that is the result of someone else’s negligence, you or your loved one may be entitled to monetary compensation for injuries and damages that were caused by the negligent person or parties.This is typically done through a personal injury claim filed in a civil court with the help of a lawyer.
The laws for personal injury claims differ from state to state. Many people who may be entitled to compensation for carbon monoxide poisoning find it best to enlist the help of a lawyer who is licensed to practice personal injury law in the state where their injury occurred. If you or someone you love was injured in Maryland or in one of its surrounding states, it may be in your best interest to discuss your situation with a carbon monoxide poisoning law firm Maryland carbon monoxide poisoning victims and their families can depend on.
Common reasons people seek compensation for expenses related to carbon monoxide poisoning include but are not limited to:
- Emergency services
- Medical bills
- Hospitalizations
- Surgeries and other medical procedures and treatments
- Therapies
- Loss of income
- Loss of child care and/or household management
- Loss of health benefits
- Loss of abilities
- Pain and suffering
In the tragic event that a loved one dies as a result of CO poisoning, their surviving family members may be entitled to compensation for some of the same reasons above in addition to the following:
- Funeral and burial or cremation costs
- Pain and grieving
- Loss of consortium (spousal support)
- Loss of parental support and guidance
- Loss of retirement benefits
If you are looking for a law firm that can help you with problems that are the result of carbon monoxide poisoning, Cohen & Cohen has been successfully defending the rights of injured people and their families in Maryland and its surrounding communities for over 30 years.
For a carbon monoxide poisoning law firm Maryland community members recommend, contact Cohen & Cohen for a free case evaluation, any time of the day or night, 365 days a year.
