Albuquerque Legionnaires’ Disease Lawyer

Legionnaires’ disease is a serious and preventable illness caused by exposure to Legionella bacteria in contaminated water systems. If you or a loved one in Albuquerque has been diagnosed, you may have a legal claim. Call (833) 330-3663 or contact us online for a free consultation.

Why Choose The Lange Law Firm, PLLC?

• We handle Legionnaires’ disease cases nationwide, including large multi-victim outbreaks.
• We guide each client through the legal process with compassion and a commitment to results.
• We work on a contingency fee basis. You do not pay unless we recover compensation.

Our Case Victories

• $4.6 Million: Secured for 11 people hospitalized in a Legionnaires’ outbreak.
• $1.5 Million: Settlement for an elderly woman exposed at a care facility.
• $1.5 Million: Recovered for the family of a man who died from Legionnaires’.

Please visit our case results page for more outcomes.

What Is Legionnaires’ Disease?

Legionnaires’ disease is a severe type of pneumonia contracted by inhaling small droplets of water contaminated with Legionella bacteria. These bacteria multiply in warm, stagnant water found in:

• Cooling towers connected to HVAC systems
• Hot tubs, spas, and decorative fountains
• Showerheads, faucets, and large plumbing systems
• Ice machines and commercial water dispensers

Symptoms typically appear 2 to 10 days after exposure and may include:

• Persistent cough and chest pain
• Fever, chills, and shortness of breath
• Muscle aches, fatigue, and confusion
• Nausea or vomiting

While treatable with antibiotics, many patients require hospitalization. People over 50, smokers, and those with compromised immune systems face the highest risks of complications or death.

Who Can Be Held Liable?

When Legionnaires’ disease results from a contaminated property or product, several parties may be liable:

• Property Owners or Managers: Responsible for routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of water systems.
• Hospitals, Hotels, and Nursing Homes: Must protect patients and guests by maintaining water safety protocols.
• Maintenance or HVAC Contractors: May be liable if poor servicing allowed bacteria to grow.
• Manufacturers: Can be held accountable for defective plumbing or equipment that contributed to bacterial growth.

New Mexico Laws That May Apply

Premises Liability

Under New Mexico law, property owners have a duty to maintain safe premises. Failing to manage a contaminated water system may constitute negligence.

Negligence

A party is negligent when it fails to act with reasonable care, resulting in foreseeable harm. This includes allowing Legionella bacteria to grow in public water systems.

Product Liability

If defective plumbing or water components allowed bacteria to thrive, the manufacturer may be liable under New Mexico’s product liability laws.

Statute of Limitations

New Mexico Statutes § 37-1-8 gives you three years from the date of illness or its discovery to file a personal injury claim.

How an Albuquerque Legionnaires’ Disease Lawyer Can Help

An experienced Albuquerque legionella lawyer will help you build a strong case by:

• Tracing the Source: Working with public health officials and experts to identify the origin of the Legionella exposure—such as a hotel, hospital, or apartment complex.
• Collecting Key Evidence: Obtaining water testing results, maintenance records, inspection logs, and medical documentation.
• Establishing Liability: Identifying the party or parties responsible for failing to prevent the outbreak.
• Handling Legal and Insurance Issues: Managing negotiations with insurers and opposing counsel, and filing court documents as needed.
• Pursuing Maximum Compensation: Seeking recovery for medical costs, lost income, long-term health effects, and emotional distress.
• Going to Trial if Necessary: If a fair settlement cannot be reached, your attorney will prepare a compelling case for court.

Contact an Albuquerque Legionnaires’ Disease Lawyer Today

If you were exposed to Legionella in Albuquerque, call (833) 330-3663 or contact The Lange Law Firm, PLLC online for a free consultation. We are here to help you recover and hold the responsible parties accountable.