Chicago Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Attorney

Seeking Justice for Carbon Monoxide Exposure Victims

The invention of keyless vehicles that can be remotely started with the simple push of a button has proven to be a serious health hazard. Unlike an ignition with a traditional key, keyless ignitions have upended the relationship between the driver and the vehicle. If someone accidentally starts their keyless vehicle while it is parked in their garage and they are in their home, the vehicle may leak lethal levels of carbon monoxide into the residence. Across the country throughout the last decade, there have been many reports of hospitalizations and deaths caused by these exact circumstances.

At McNabola & Associates, LLC, our Chicago personal injury and product liability lawyers have represented clients who lost loved ones due to defectively designed keyless vehicles. We are not afraid to go up against major automakers when it means fighting for fair compensation and a safer future for American families everywhere.

Accolades and accomplishments that make us stand out include:

• 60+ years of total legal experience
• 99% success rate in cases that we accept
• Voted “Top 100 Attorneys in Illinois”

Have you been harmed due to a defective vehicle or product that leaked carbon monoxide? Call our carbon monoxide lawsuit attorneys at (312) 888-8700 to request a free consultation.

Potential Household Sources of Carbon Monoxide Exposure

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are around 400 deaths, 4,000 hospitalizations, and 20,000 emergency room visits each year in America due to unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning. As dangerous as they are, keyless vehicles are not the source of the majority of these incidents. There are many other products in homes that can leak dangerous carbon monoxide.

Carbon monoxide may escape from detection:

• Fireplaces and chimneys
• Gas ranges, stoves, and ovens
• Furnaces, heaters, and central heating systems
• Gas lanterns or other gas lighting sources
• Emergency gas generators
• BBQs and grills

Remember: Install carbon monoxide detection alarms in your home and test them frequently. The moment you suspect carbon monoxide in your residence, evacuate all people and pets immediately. Call 911 if you need help evacuating or if someone is showing symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, which include headaches, nausea, and dizziness. Call the fire department after everyone is evacuated safely, and do not reenter the premises until told it is safe to do so.

Keyless Vehicle Dangers and Carbon Monoxide Lawsuits

Keyless ignition vehicles present hidden dangers that have caused tragic carbon monoxide poisoning incidents across Chicago. Unlike traditional keys, these systems allow cars to run indefinitely in garages, silently filling homes with lethal gas. Our carbon monoxide poisoning attorneys have handled numerous lawsuits against automakers who failed to install automatic shut-off features. Just last year, we secured an $11 million settlement in a keyless ignition case proving manufacturer negligence. 

If you've suffered carbon monoxide poisoning from a keyless car, you may have grounds for a product liability lawsuit. Symptoms like headaches, nausea, or dizziness after garage exposure could indicate poisoning. Document all medical treatments and preserve evidence like the vehicle and CO detectors. A skilled Chicago carbon monoxide lawyer can investigate whether the manufacturer violated safety standards and build your compensation claim. 

Beyond vehicles, defective household appliances cause many carbon monoxide poisoning cases. Furnaces, water heaters, and generators can leak CO when poorly maintained or installed. Landlords and property managers may be liable for failing to provide working detectors. Our attorneys meticulously trace leaks to their source, whether it's a rental property, hotel, or manufactured product. We've handled cases involving all common CO sources throughout Illinois. Time limits affect carbon monoxide poisoning lawsuits, so contact us immediately after diagnosis. 

Illinois generally allows two years from the discovery of injury to file claims. Our legal team works with medical experts to prove long-term effects like brain damage, which can significantly increase compensation amounts. Don't negotiate with insurers alone - let our experienced attorneys handle your case while you focus on recovery.

Let Us Be Your Voice – Call (312) 888-8700 Today

Our Chicago personal injury lawyers of McNabola & Associates, LLC are truly passionate about representing the wrongfully injured, as well as advocating for a safer tomorrow by holding negligent product manufacturers accountable for selling dangerous products. Whether you were harmed due to a keyless vehicle, a defective heater, or another household source of carbon monoxide gas, we want to be the team to represent you. Contact us today to see if you have a carbon monoxide poisoning claim, and it would be our privilege to help you.