If you have suffered carbon monoxide poisoning because of someone else, we're here for you
Carbon monoxide (CO) is produced when everyday fuels such as gas and petrol don't burn off properly and omit toxic vapours. As a by-product of burning fossil fuels, carbon monoxide is ever-present, but gas mains and oil suppliers need to take extra care when installing and servicing energy supply lines, to ensure no leaks happen. If they don't, you could be put at risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
As an odourless, tasteless and invisible gas, it's hard to detect when there's a carbon monoxide leak. Common causes of exposure include poorly installed, badly maintained, faulty or insufficiently ventilated appliances that run on toxic fossil fuels.
If you have been exposed to carbon monoxide, either at your home, or at work, and suffered the impacts of carbon monoxide poisoning as a result, we don't believe you should have to suffer the financial burden of your illness.
Our network of lawyers is here to help you claim carbon monoxide compensation. Geti in touch with one of our team today either by calling us directly on , or requesting a call back at a time that suits you.
What is carbon monoxide poisoning?
What is carbon monoxide poisoning?
Carbon monoxide poisoning occurs when a person is subjected to inhaling carbon monoxide over a sustained period of time, often in an enclosed and poorly ventilated space.
What are the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?
Carbon monoxide poisoning can often be difficult to detect at first, as its symptoms can be common in other conditions. It is important to be aware of the symptoms though, as early detection could save your life. Symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning include:
- Tension headache on both sides of the head
- Dizziness
- Feeling nauseous and/or vomiting
- A sense of confusion
- Extreme tiredness
- Shortness of breath or breathing difficulty
- Abdomen or stomach pain
Mild carbon monoxide poisoning often resembles the flu or food poisoning. The symptoms usually get worse with prolonged exposure to carbon monoxide yet will recede when you are away from the gas.
The long-term effects of carbon monoxide poisoning
Long-term exposure to carbon monoxide can have devastating effects to your overall health, with permanent side-effects that impact your daily life. These long-term effects include:
- Foggy mental state and personality changes
- Vertigo
- Ataxia
- Tachycardia
- Angina or heart attacks
- Muscle spasms and seizures
- Complete loss of consciousness
- Death
Children and the elderly are particularly vulnerable to carbon monoxide poisoning. At National Accident Law, we know how difficult it can be to see someone you love go through such a hard time or go through one yourself. That's where we can help by providing free, impartial advice and support - simply give us a call on or arrange a call back.
Types of carbon monoxide poisoning claim
There are two common types of carbon monoxide claim in the UK. Carbon monoxide at work and carbon monoxide in the home claims.
Carbon monoxide poisoning at work
Your employer has a duty of care to you during the course of your working hours. This includes ensuring all machinery and appliances are safe and meet stringent safety regulations and do not release carbon monoxide at work.
If your employer has been wilfully negligent in their duty to you, and you suffer carbon monoxide poisoning as a result, you could be eligible to claim.
Carbon monoxide poisoning at home
Carbon monoxide in the home is often caused by faulty gas mains or appliances leaking. In each circumstance, appliance manufacturers and energy suppliers should be ensuring that their products and services are maintained to a high standard. Otherwise, they could be making people ill through their negligence.
In rented accommodation, the maintenance of appliances is also the responsibility of your landlord if they are built in or your home is fully furnished. While you have the responsibility to report any damage or issues to your landlord, they must also perform regular tests and complete repair work in a timely fashion.
Many people ask us if their landlord should provide a carbon monoxide detector. Although this is not a legal requirement, requesting one is a good idea for both tenant and landlord.
Why should I claim compensation for carbon monoxide poisoning?
Why should I claim compensation for carbon monoxide poisoning?
Carbon monoxide poisoning, no matter how mild or severe, can have a huge and negative impact on the way you live your daily life. You may be left with a severe condition, such as vertigo or angina, lose out on earning through your inability to work. In some extreme circumstances, a loved one may have died as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning.
We don't believe you or your family should suffer any more than you may already have been from being poisoned due to someone else's negligence. Claiming carbon monoxide poisoning compensation could help you to recoup some or all of your losses, as well as funding to help as you recover.
Contact our team of carbon monoxide lawyers today to find out whether making a claim is right for you. We're available on during regular opening hours or you can request a call back to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation.
Making a no win no fee carbon monoxide claim
When you make a carbon monoxide poisoning compensation claim through National Accident Law, it will typically be made under a no win no fee arrangement. This is one of the most common and risk-averse ways of making a claim.
Simply, when you claim under no win no fee, you will not be liable for legal costs should your claim be unsuccessful. Of course, you'll need the correct legal insurance, but your carbon monoxide solicitor will help you organise this, should you decide to claim.
In the rare circumstance that you cannot make a no win no fee claim, your legal team will advise you beforehand, allowing you to decide whether to proceed or not with the additional financial burden.
How much compensation could I get for carbon monoxide poisoning?
How much compensation could I get for carbon monoxide poisoning?
Carbon monoxide poisoning compensation can vary greatly depending on the severity of the poisoning and the impact it has had on your life, which makes it difficult to estimate exactly how much compensation you might get.
However, the Judicial College, as overseen by the Ministry of Justice, does regularly update its compensation guidelines based on historical compensation data. As a general guide, our carbon monoxide lawyers refer to the 15th and most recent Judicial College Guidelines when estimating award amounts.
Once your legal team has a clearer idea of the details of your case, they will be able to make a more informed estimation of your potential carbon monoxide poisoning lawsuit settlement. It is important to remember that the final decision on any compensation settlement will sit with the court assessing your case.
Frequently asked questions...
Depending on the circumstances, you may be able to make a claim on behalf of a loved one. For instance, you can claim on behalf of your child if they were injured and under the age of 18.
You may also be able to claim on behalf of an injured person who's suffered head or brain trauma, or someone who has a pre-existing medical condition which means they are unable to make a decision themselves. The Mental Capacity Act 2005 is in place to protect vulnerable parties and help people establish when a person lacks capacity to make their own decision.
If you are claiming on behalf of a loved one, it is important you have all the details of their accident and medical treatment. A personal injury solicitor will be able to take you through this and explain how the compensation claim process works in these situations.
If your loved one has died due to an accident that wasn't their fault, we understand how difficult it can be to cope. While we can't take back what happened, we can help you to claim compensation which may relieve some of the financial pressure you're facing.
Yes, there is a time limit for making an injury claim. Under most circumstances, you will have three years from the date of the accident to make a compensation claim.
No win no fee means you will only pay your legal team if your claim is successful and you are awarded compensation.
If you win your claim, your solicitor will typically make the following deductions from the compensation you are awarded:
- A ‘success fee' for winning the claim.
- The other side will usually be required to make a payment towards your legal costs and expenses but any shortfall may also be deducted from your compensation.
- The cost of the premium for any legal protection insurance you may have needed to ensure your claim is risk free.
You keep the rest and this will always be the majority of the compensation awarded to you. The deductions we list above will only be made when your compensation is paid. There are no upfront costs and no hidden charges.
When you talk to one of our personal injury experts, we can determine if you have the right cover and help you organise insurance before you make a claim.
Why choose us for your carbon monoxide poisoning compensation claim?
Why choose us for your carbon monoxide poisoning compensation claim?
As one of the UK's leading personal injury law firms, we work in collaboration with some of the nation's top carbon monoxide solicitors. Each firm we connect with has a wealth of expertise and we'll ensure we connect you with the right carbon monoxide lawyer for your case.
If you were poisoned by carbon monoxide through no fault of your own, we don't think you should have to suffer the financial burden as well. We've helped thousands of people just like you make successful no win no fee compensation claims throughout the years - and we're here to help you too.
For more information on why you should choose National Accident Law for your carbon monoxide poisoning claim, call us on or request a call back at a time that suits you.
What is the carbon monoxide claims process?
What is the carbon monoxide claims process?
Here at National Accident Law, our aim is to make claiming for carbon monoxide poisoning compensation as simple as possible. The claims process generally follows the following steps:
- Contact us: When you're ready to discuss your case, contact us on . We'll listen to your story without prejudice, offer impartial advice and help you to determine whether you could claim.
- Connect with our lawyers: If you decide to proceed with your carbon monoxide poisoning claim, we'll connect you with the right carbon monoxide lawyer for your case. Our network is extensive, so we aim to connect you with the right representation as near to you as possible.
- Gather evidence: To support your claim, you will need to present evidence of your carbon monoxide poisoning and the effect it has had on your life. Don't worry, your legal team will be on hand to help, ensuring you collect the correct information for your claim.
- Your claim is submitted: When your claim is ready, your carbon monoxide solicitors will submit it to the courts for assessment.
- Receive a decision: The court will then deliver its decision on your claim. If you are successful, you should receive your carbon monoxide compensation settlement shortly afterwards.
If you have any further questions about how the claims process works or would like a more detailed run-through, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us on , by requesting a call back or you can even start your claim online today.
Talk to our carbon monoxide solicitors about your claim now
Carbon monoxide poisoning can have a devastating impact on your life - and may even be fatal in some instances. At National Accident Law, we understand what you've been through and how it has damaged the way you live your daily life. That's why our carbon monoxide lawyers are here to help. Regardless of where you are on your journey to recovery, with our legal expertise and support, you could get the carbon monoxide compensation you deserve.
Our network of carbon monoxide solicitors has the knowledge, commitment, and experience to help you on your road to recovery after suffering carbon monoxide poisoning. Contact us today on or request a call back to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation at a time that suits you.