Wrongful death lawsuit: Patient died after contracting Legionnaires’ disease at local hospital
A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against UPMC Mercy following the death of a patient who reportedly contracted Legionnaires’ disease at the hospital.
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A lawsuit alleges that a patient died after contracting Legionnaires’ disease while receiving care at UPMC Mercy. The legal action was initiated by the widow of the deceased patient.
Coverage from USA Today, TribLIVE.com, CBS News, and WTAE highlights the allegations of hospital-acquired infection. These reports confirm the suit names UPMC Mercy as the defendant in the wrongful death case.
Future developments will depend on court proceedings and any formal responses from the hospital. Coverage does not yet specify the timeline of the patient's stay or any internal findings regarding the facility's water systems.
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Quick answers
What is the basis of the lawsuit?
The lawsuit alleges that a patient contracted Legionnaires’ disease while at UPMC Mercy and subsequently died.
Who is the plaintiff?
The plaintiff is the widow of the deceased patient.
Which facility is named in the suit?
The lawsuit names UPMC Mercy.
Coverage (4)
- Lawsuit alleges patient caught Legionnaires' disease at UPMC Mercy USA Today · 4h ago
- Lawsuit: Patient died after contracting Legionnaires’ disease at UPMC Mercy hospital TribLIVE.com · 4h ago
- Widow sues UPMC Mercy over husband's death, saying he contracted Legionnaires' disease at the hospital CBS News · 4h ago
- Wrongful death lawsuit: Patient died after contracting Legionnaires’ disease at local hospital WTAE · 4h ago
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