Premises Liability & Specialty Cases
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning – Silent Killer Cases
Legal Help for Victims of Carbon Monoxide Exposure in Maryland & Washington, D.C.
As experienced carbon monoxide poisoning lawyers, we’ve seen how quickly this “silent killer” can turn lives upside down. Carbon monoxide (CO) is odorless, colorless, and deadly—often from preventable causes like poorly maintained furnaces or missing detectors. Across Maryland and Washington, D.C., tenants, homeowners, and workers have suffered serious injuries or lost loved ones because property owners failed to keep their spaces safe.
Why Carbon Monoxide Is So Dangerous
CO is produced by incomplete combustion—faulty gas furnaces, blocked chimneys, malfunctioning water heaters, and cars left running in enclosed garages. Without working detectors, victims can lose consciousness before realizing something’s wrong. Survivors may live with lifelong effects like memory loss, cognitive decline, and heart complications.
Common Sources of CO Leaks
Faulty HVAC systems
cracked heat exchangers or blocked vents.
Absent or broken CO detectors
a violation of safety requirements in many Maryland jurisdictions.
Vehicle exhaust
improper ventilation in attached garages or parking structures.
Portable generators/heaters
used indoors or too close to living spaces during power outages.
Who’s Liable in a CO Case?
Many claims involve landlords or property owners who ignored maintenance or failed to install required detectors. Others stem from negligent repair companies or defective product manufacturers. We evaluate every angle—sometimes multiple parties share responsibility.
Proving Negligence in CO Poisoning
We gather fire department and utility reports, building code requirements, and expert analysis from HVAC professionals. Medical records documenting elevated carboxyhemoglobin levels, along with neurological evaluations, show the true scope of the harm.
Compensation for Victims & Families
Damages often cover medical expenses, long-term care, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and wrongful death losses for surviving families. We pursue every category of recovery the law allows.
Free Case Evaluation
Free Consultation for CO Injury Claims
If you or a loved one suffered carbon monoxide poisoning due to negligence, contact us. We’ll investigate, determine who’s responsible, and fight for full compensation—with no fee unless we win.