Connecticut Hospital Acquired Infection Attorney

You trust the hospital to be the safest place for you when you have injuries or need surgery. When their mistakes lead to even worse health complications, you have the right to take action. At Connolly Brennan Ralabate, PC, we offer the guidance you need in tough situations.

Reach out to our Connecticut hospital acquired infection attorney to learn what your rights are in these challenging situations. We offer free consultations with no risk to you.

Why Choose Us at Connolly Brennan Ralabate, PC?

At Connolly Brennan Ralabate, PC, we work closely with victims to get answers and solutions. We are highly selective in the cases we take, choosing those who may not receive attention from other attorneys. We then communicate directly with you, ensuring you always have a reliable resource by your side.

With over 30 years of experience in the area and having recovered millions of dollars in damages and settlements for our clients, our attorney is a reliable choice. Contact us for a free consultation.

Common Hospital-Acquired Infections in Connecticut

Hospitals should be clean and risk-free places. However, they can be breeding grounds for dangerous pathogens that increase infection risk. Some of the most common hospital-acquired infections we see include:

Pneumonia
Tuberculosis
Urinary tract infections
Gastroenteritis

There are always risks of superbugs in hospitals as well. Due to the higher level of more aggressive cleaning methods, ordinary bacteria can become dangerously powerful, putting you at risk. When hospitals fail to provide a safe environment and take steps to safeguard every patient, dangerous infections can occur, putting your life on the line.

Medical Procedures with Higher Infection Risks

Any exposure to pathogens in a hospital setting can lead to dangerous outcomes. However, certain procedures increase the likelihood of contracting these illnesses. That includes:

Improper use and management of IVs
Draining surgical wounds
Use of ventilators
Catheterization
Open wound care
Surgery
Bloodstream infections
Surgical site infections

These procedures increase the risk of exposure, especially when the skin’s natural barrier is broken. Mistakes with hygiene or sanitary device management put you at unnecessary risk. Hospital associated infections like this are a constant concern for facilities.

When Is a Connecticut Hospital Liable for an Infection?

The challenge in these types of incidents is proving that the hospital or medical providers are at fault for what happened to you. A Connecticut hospital could be liable in situations such as:

Contaminated equipment due to poor training, lack of maintenance, or improper disinfection processes between patients
Failure to operate with infection control best practices, such as not using sterile techniques or improper cleaning of rooms
Negligent treatment, such as not treating an infection properly or addressing concerns soon enough

To prove the hospital is at fault, we must show that they breached their duty of care to you, and that that breach caused the exposure and resulting infection. We then must show that the infection leads to pain, suffering, and financial loss.

Call Our Connecticut Hospital Acquired Infection Lawyers Today

Turn to our Connecticut hospital acquired infection attorney for a free consultation. Let us review your case to find out who is at fault. At Connolly Brennan Ralabate, PC, we prioritize helping you get the answers you need. We will fight for fair recovery of the losses you have suffered due to a hospital’s negligence.