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Contrary to popular belief, carbon monoxide poisoning can happen in all kinds of situations. Unlike other accidents, many gas poisoning victims are completely unaware that they are being poisoned until it is too late. Fortunately, there are many things that Colorado homeowners can do to prevent and protect themselves from being injured by carbon monoxide poisoning. It starts with contacting Colorado carbon monoxide poisoning lawyers.
After an accident involving carbon monoxide poisoning, many survivors choose to pursue a claim in court against the responsible party. Victims can usually seek compensation from a few different people, including property owners or product or fuel manufacturers. Choosing to pursue compensation can help victims recover more quickly after a CO poisoning incident.
If you or your loved one was injured in a carbon monoxide-related accident, call Zinda Law Group at (800) 863-5312 for a free case evaluation with a knowledgeable Colorado carbon monoxide lawyer.
DO I HAVE A CLAIM FOR MY COLORADO CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING ACCIDENT?
If you were injured in a carbon monoxide accident, you may be considering seeking compensation from the person responsible for the accident. To be able to recover compensation for your injuries, it is important to be able to identify who might be legally responsible for them; unfortunately, this is not always a simple process. Multiple parties can be responsible for a single incident, and even accident victims may be at least partially responsible.
In Colorado, most gas poisoning accident cases are governed by the theory of negligence. Colorado operates under a statute that is modeled after traditional theories of negligence and is similar to statutes in many other jurisdictions. According to Colorado law, a plaintiff must prove:
1. that the defendant owed a duty of care to the plaintiff,
2. that the defendant breached that duty of care,
3. that the defendant’s breach was the cause of the plaintiff’s injury; and
4. that the plaintiff sustained injuries that can be quantified in monetary damages.
In determining whether a party breached a duty of care, the jury will likely consider what a reasonable person would have done in the same situation. Depending on the specifics of your claim, you may be able to bring a case against the property owner, fuel manufacturer, equipment distributor, or other similarly responsible parties. Colorado courts commonly allow plaintiffs to bring many different defendants to court when seeking legal redress.
Establishing who was responsible for your accident is imperative for legal recovery. If you were injured in a carbon monoxide poisoning in Colorado and need help assessing the validity of your case, contact an injury attorney near you in Colorado as soon as possible. An accident attorney who lives and works in Colorado is the best candidate for helping you assess the facts of your case and applying them to Colorado law.
AM I IN DANGER OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING?
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas most commonly produced by burning gasoline, wood, propane, or charcoal. Improperly ventilated appliances and engines, particularly in tightly sealed or enclosed spaces, can allow carbon monoxide to accumulate to dangerous levels.
Carbon monoxide poisoning occurs when carbon monoxide builds up in your bloodstream. When too much carbon monoxide is in the air, your body inadvertently replaces the oxygen in your red blood cells with carbon monoxide. This can not only lead to serious tissue damage and/or injury, but also death.
Carbon monoxide poisoning can cause devastating injuries. Unfortunately, it can be difficult for a victim to tell whether or not they are being poisoned by the toxic gas, especially in the moment. According to health experts, there are some signs and symptoms that potential victims should look out for when around burning fuel; knowing these symptoms ahead of time can help you be more aware of your surroundings and protect your safety in the long-run.
The signs of carbon monoxide poisoning include the following:
- Dull headache
- Weakness
- Dizziness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Shortness of breath
- Confusion
- Blurred vision
- Loss of consciousness
Carbon monoxide poisoning can be particularly dangerous for people who are sleeping or intoxicated, for unconscious people will not be able to recognize the early signs of poisoning, which puts them at a greater risk of death or serious bodily injury. Exposure to carbon monoxide can be particularly dangerous for specific demographics. Unborn babies, children, older adults, and chronically ill individuals are more likely to suffer serious consequences from a poisoning incident.
It can be difficult to pinpoint the cause of a carbon monoxide accident. If you were injured in a carbon monoxide accident and need help gathering evidence to prove who or what was responsible, contact a carbon monoxide injury lawyer. Once hired, a knowledgeable injury lawyer will be able to help you assess your injuries accurately and file a claim accordingly.
