Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak

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If your family has been affected by a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak, you need to act fast. This potentially deadly form of pneumonia has recently struck in North Carolina, and the number of reported cases is on the rise.

At Cory Watson Attorneys, we’ve represented people sickened or killed by outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease across the country, including victims in:

• Quincy, Illinois
• Bronx, New York
• Birmingham, Alabama
• Atlanta Georgia

If you or a loved one has been affected by Legionnaire’s disease, we want to help! We have years of experience representing clients in bacteria outbreaks from hotels, cruise ships, hospitals, nursing homes, and military installations.

Call Cory Watson Attorneys to get your case evaluation at (877) 562-0000 or fill out our free initial consultation form to get started now.

What Is Legionnaires’ Disease?

Legionnaires’ disease is a type of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria. Typically, infected patients are exposed after breathing in mist from water that contains the bacterium. Those over age 50, smokers or those who have a chronic lung disease or weakened immune system are much more likely to contract Legionnaires’ disease.

In some cases, Legionnaires’ disease can lead to fatal complications such as respiratory failure, kidney failure, or septic shock. Symptoms usually become present within 2-14 days of exposure and may include:

• High fever
• Chills
• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• Muscle aches
• Confusion
• Fatigue

• Diarrhea
• Chronic pain
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Chest pain
• Headaches

Where Do Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreaks Occur?

Legionella bacteria usually grow in warm, humid environments. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, outbreaks may be linked to water from faucets, showerheads, taps, pools, hot tubs, and industrial cooling towers in locations such as:

• Cruise ships
• Factories
• Hospitals
• Hotels
• Industrial facilities
• Refineries
• Residential buildings

Get Experienced Legal Help From Cory Watson Attorneys

Cory Watson Attorneys has represented hundreds of patients sickened as a result of contamination.

• Duke University Health System, Inc.
  Cory Watson Attorneys represented hospital patients who were injured after undergoing surgery performed using surgical instruments that were contaminated with dirty hydraulic fluid.
• Meds IV Pharmacy, IV Compounded Products Recall
  Cory Watson Attorneys represented the estate of a woman who died after receiving an IV contaminated with deadly bacteria. The Alabama Department of Public Health confirmed 19 cases in patients receiving TPN (total parenteral nutrition) in six hospitals. The contamination was traced to a compounding facility where the TPN was produced; medical authorities closed down the compounding facility.

Take Legal Action Now

Let our experience be your strength. If you were exposed to the Legionella bacterium, the experienced Legionnaires’ disease lawyers at Cory Watson Attorneys can help you determine your legal rights. If you have lost a loved one due to Legionnaires’ disease, you may be entitled to file a wrongful death claim.

We are a nationwide law firm that can help you no matter where you live. Give us a call at (877) 562-0000 or complete our free initial consultation form. Don’t wait to reach out – contact us today!