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When you receive treatment at a hospital, there are certain standards that you expect them to adhere to in order to ensure your safety: you expect doctors, nurses, and other medical staff to have the proper training and qualifications to administer your treatment; you expect the hospital to treat you with the most up-to-date technology available in order to reduce the risk of complications; you expect record-keeping and communication by staff members to facilitate more thorough care; you expect the hospital to maintain adequate staffing to handle the patient load; and you expect the hospital to maintain a sterile, safe environment in order to limit the risk of infection and other complications that may arise from exposure to bacteria, germs, mold, and dirt.

When a hospital fails to meet any of these standards and expectations, they are violating your trust and are guilty of medical malpractice.

It is quite common for a hospital to be under construction in one or more areas of the building. Renovations are a great way to ensure that hospitals are equipped to provide you with the highest quality care possible. However, it is important for the hospital to maintain a clean and safe environment during construction.

Frequently, hospital renovations will kick up dust and mold that can endanger the health of patients in other areas of the building. It is crucial for hospitals to take the necessary measures to adequately seal off these areas so that patients do not come into contact with toxic mold and dust particles.

A hospital in Tampa, Florida has just been sued for failing to properly seal off an area of the building under construction. As a result of their negligence, pathogenic fungi spread to the pediatric cancer wing, causing the wrongful death of three children being treated for acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Two of the three children were in remission and had a good prognosis for recovery.

The unsafe premises at the hospital directly led to the death of these three children and endangered the lives of many other patients. Before receiving treatment at a hospital, it is important to inquire about the cleanliness standards for the building. The stakes are too high to risk being exposed to toxic substances like mold or dust.

If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of an unsafe hospital environment, you deserve to receive compensation for your damages. Please contact the Cochran Firm today to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced premises liability attorneys.