Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: A Silent Killer
Carbon monoxide poisoning nearly killed Tulsan Eric Clark during the December 2007 ice storm. While he slept in his apartment, deadly carbon monoxide fumes crept into his home from the garage underneath. His landlord, attempting to keep his own house warm, had put a gas-powered generator in the detached garage and failed to warn Eric.
He was overcome by carbon monoxide and found motionless in his apartment by EMSA paramedics and Tulsa Fire Department responders. After spending four days in ICU in a local hospital, Eric was able to recover and fortunately suffered no permanent damage.
Eric sued his former landlord, saying that the landlord acted recklessly and negligently with regard to Eric’s safety. The case went to trial and the jury ruled in Eric’s favor, awarding him money for his injuries and damages, as well as penalizing the landlord by forcing him to pay additional money for his conduct.
“The jury saw right through the landlord’s attempt to avoid responsibility,” said Attorney Guy Thiessen. “They sent the right message — that safety is not negotiable.”
“I was very happy with the outcome,” said Eric. “My attorney, Guy Thiessen, was no stranger to the court room. I could tell he was very experienced, from jury selection to the actual trial.
“In addition to winning the case, he helped me deal with my medical providers seeking payment on the bills I incurred due to my injuries. And, because of what I received due to the jury’s decision, I was able to move to another home.”
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Chest pain
- Confusion
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