Who Is Liable if I Contract Legionnaires’ Disease from a Hot Tub?

A negligent property owner may be liable if you developed Legionnaires’ disease from bacterial growth in a hot tub or other water system. Property owners and managers are legally obligated to keep their premises safe, including ensuring hot tubs are adequately maintained.

A personal injury attorney with The Terry Law Firm can help you hold property owners accountable if negligent conditions in a hot tub or other facilities caused a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak that made you ill. You may qualify for compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain, suffering, and more.

Contact us online or call today to learn about your legal options in a free consultation.

Why You Need Us for a Claim Over Legionnaires’ Disease from a Hot Tub

For over 50 years, The Terry Law Firm has fought for individuals and families whose lives have been turned upside down by injuries and illnesses that weren’t their fault. If you contracted Legionnaires’ disease because of an improperly managed hot tub, we stand ready to help you build a robust premises liability claim.

From investigating your case to negotiating a settlement or trying your case in court, we are committed to achieving the most favorable outcome. We approach every case as a team, and our attorneys pool their knowledge and resources to propel your claim forward. At every stage, we put your needs first and support you with the compassion and dedication you deserve.

We want you to have the resources to recover from your illness and the time to focus on your health. Our personal injury lawyers can:

• Collect case evidence
• Identify liable parties
• Identify and aggressively pursue your losses, including medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering
• File an insurance claim or lawsuit
• Communicate with the insurance companies
• Negotiate for the maximum compensation possible
• Represent you at trial if necessary

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“They are totally honest and trustworthy. They tell it like it is. We will recommend them to everyone. Very affordable. Also very knowledgeable. Like to say thanks again for helping them out.” – C.S.

What Is Legionnaires’ Disease?

According to the Mayo Clinic, Legionnaires’ disease is a lung infection that is essentially an extreme form of pneumonia (lung inflammation). It is caused by the bacterium Legionella pneumophila. Symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease include:

When left untreated, Legionnaires’ disease can be fatal. Life-threatening complications include acute kidney failure, respiratory failure, and septic shock.

How Legionella Bacteria Spread in Hot Tubs

Most people catch Legionnaires’ disease by inhaling Legionella bacteria from soil or water. Can hot tubs cause Legionnaires’ disease? Legionella bacteria rarely cause infections outdoors, but indoors, they can multiply in human-made water systems, including hot tubs, whirlpools, and swimming pools.

According to Legionella Control, Legionnaires’ disease can be a serious problem in hot tubs because the temperature range (68 to 113 degrees) is ideal for Legionella bacteria growth. High temperatures also speed up the decay of disinfectants like chlorine. In addition, spas contain contaminants from the human body that feed bacteria, such as dirt and dead skin cells. Finally, the water agitation in a hot tub causes contaminated water droplets to form in the air, increasing the chance of inhalation.

How Common Is Legionnaires’ Disease in Hot Tubs?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states there is an association between hot tubs and Legionnaires’ disease. This risk may be especially high in public hot tubs with various users or a high rate of use. When managing a hot tub, property owners should do the following to ensure safety:

• Follow the hot tub’s manufacturer’s instructions, including regularly washing and replacing filters.
• Maintain and monitor disinfectant levels, including testing disinfectant levels and pH levels in public hot tubs at least twice daily.
• Routinely test water for bacteria, including Legionella.
• Drain, scrub, clean, and refill the hot tub as recommended by the manufacturer or required by the local health department.
• Keep hot tub maintenance and service records.

Potentially Liable Parties in a Hot Tub Legionnaires’ Disease Case

Potentially liable parties in a hot tub Legionnaires’ disease case may include public or private property owners or managers. Our law firm can handle claims involving contaminated hot tubs located at:

In some cases, liability could rest with a hot tub manufacturer or the maker of its parts. If a defective spa, filter, water line, or other component contributed to the presence of Legionella in the water, you may have a product liability claim.

Proving Liability for Legionnaires’ Disease Claims in Tennessee

Our law firm can hold liable parties responsible for Legionnaires’ disease and hot tubs. To win compensation, we must show that the hot tub’s owner or manager acted negligently when handling its cleaning, maintenance, or use.

Our premises liability attorneys can use evidence to prove that you have Legionnaires’ disease, that a hot tub caused your illness, and that the hot tub was improperly maintained. We can also establish that you have financial losses and have experienced pain and suffering due to your medical condition.

Evidence in a Legionnaires’ disease personal injury lawsuit or wrongful death claim may include:

• Medical records
• Hot tub maintenance records
• Water test results
• Medical and scientific research
• Eyewitness testimony
• Expert testimony
• Receipts, bills, pay stubs, and other proof of your current losses
• Estimates regarding your future medical expenses and other expected future losses

How Our Lawyers Help People with Legionnaires’ Disease from Hot Tubs

There is a link between Legionnaires’ disease and hot tubs. If you have Legionnaires’ disease and have recently used a hot tub, whirlpool, spa, or swimming pool, your condition could be due to contaminated water.

Our lawyers can investigate your illness and its cause and work to prove that a liable property owner or manager owes you compensation. We can handle every detail of your Legionnaires’ disease lawsuit while you focus on your health.

Contact The Terry Law Firm online or call today for a free consultation. We take cases on contingency, meaning you pay us no legal fees unless and until we secure money for you.