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Compton Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Lawyer

According to the American Council on Health and Science, carbon monoxide poisoning kills more people in the United States than mass shootings and terrorism combined. This makes it the fourth-leading cause of death in the country. Any death from carbon monoxide is tragic, particularly because these deaths are entirely preventable. If you or a loved one has become sick or lost their life due to carbon monoxide poisoning, you may be able to file a legal claim against them to recover damages. Our Compton carbon monoxide poisoning lawyer can help you obtain the full settlement you deserve.

How Does Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Happen?

Carbon monoxide poisoning is considered a life-threatening emergency. It happens after a person inhales fumes of the poisonous gas. Within a few minutes of inhaling these fumes, a person can start to experience many symptoms, including headaches, nausea, and confusion. If a person is exposed to carbon monoxide for an extended period of time, they may become unconscious. In the worst of cases, they may not survive the exposure.

Carbon monoxide does not have a color, taste, or odor, so it is nearly impossible to determine when a person is being exposed. Some of the most common devices that expose people to carbon monoxide are as follows:

  • Boat engines
  • Gas barbecue grills, ceiling-mounted heating units, cabins, campers, and pool or spa heater
  • Defective gas clothes dryer
  • Wood-burning fireplaces and gas log burners
  • Defective water heaters
  • Defective oil, wood, gas, or coal furnaces
  • Clogged chimneys
  • Auto exhaust created by idling vehicles
  • Gas-powered or diesel generators
  • Tobacco smoke
  • Fires
  • Defective cooking appliances

If you suspect that you or a loved one has been exposed due to someone’s negligence reach out to a carbon monoxide posioning attorney in Compton today.

The Law on Carbon Monoxide Detectors in Compton

Due to the fact that carbon monoxide is virtually impossible for people to detect on their own, the Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act went into effect in California in 2010. Under the Act, property owners are required to install carbon monoxide detectors in all apartments, homes, hotels, and condominiums that contain fuel-burning appliances. Carbon monoxide detectors are also required in any structure that has a garage attached to it.

Unfortunately, many property owners want to save money, and so, they take shortcuts that put other people in jeopardy. Hotel owners may fail to install carbon monoxide detectors, or they may not inspect and test them regularly to make sure they are in good working order. Landlords may also try to save money and time by not installing carbon monoxide detectors in their rental units. Any time these parties fail to fulfill their legal duty, they can be held liable for any loss other people suffer.

Our Carbon Monoxide Lawyer in Compton Can Advise on Your Case

At Brod Law Firm, our Compton carbon monoxide attorney fully understands the devastating effects this poisonous gas has on families. We can conduct an investigation to determine who caused your harm and guide you through the process so you obtain the full and fair compensation that you deserve. Call us today at (800) 427-7020 or fill out our online form to schedule a free review of your case and to get the legal help you need.

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