Fresno Legionnaires' Disease Lawyer

Of all the diseases that can leave a person in incredible pain and unable to perform even the simplest of tasks, Legionnaires' disease is one of the worst. Legionnaires' disease is a particularly severe type of pneumonia that causes the lungs to become inflamed. The sickness is caused by the legionella bacteria and people become ill after they consume or inhale the bacteria. Once that has occurred, a person will start to experience symptoms between two and 10 days. In many cases, people become sick with Legionnaires' disease because another person was negligent, or careless. In these instances, it is usually a property owner that has failed to make sure the water source is clean and safe for people to consume. If you or someone you love has become ill, our Fresno Legionnaires' disease lawyer can help you determine who is liable for your losses and hold them fully accountable for paying the damages to which you are entitled.

Although the legionella bacteria can cause people to become quite ill, the good news is that the majority of people who are exposed to it do not suffer any symptoms at all. To feel the ill effects of the bacteria, it must be consumed by either drinking the water or inhaling water droplets. Water contaminated with legionella can be found in many different areas, but the most common of these include:

• Air conditioning units, particularly those found in larger buildings such as apartment complexes and office buildings
• Supermarkets, especially in the produce area and misters
• Water fountains found in public buildings, including schools
• Water sources in hospitals, hotels, and nursing homes
• Gym equipment
• Swimming pools, hot tubs, and whirlpools in hotels and public facilities
• Showers, including those found in gyms, hotel rooms, and other public spaces

Although legionella is most commonly found in water sources, soil can also contain the bacteria. Children can become sick after playing in contaminated soil or adults can contract Legionnaires' disease after working with soil. If you or someone you love has been impacted, reach out to a Legionnaires' disease attorney in Fresno today.

In the first few days after exposure, a person may start to feel certain symptoms. These include chills, muscle pains, cough, headaches, and a fever as high as 104 degrees. Starting on the third day, people may start to experience additional symptoms. These include shortness of breath, chest pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, mounting feelings of confusion, and a heavy cough that can produce blood or mucus.

Anyone who experiences the above symptoms should seek medical treatment right away. Seeing a doctor will not only make sure the condition does not become worse, but it will also document the condition, which is helpful when filing a lawsuit to recover damages.

If you have become sick after staying on someone else's property, our Fresno Legionnaires' disease attorney at Brod Law Firm can provide the sound legal advice you need. Call us now at (800) 427-7020 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with our experienced attorney and to learn more about how we can help.