Legionnaires' outbreak victims in Harlem sue NYC in wake of UES cluster
People in Harlem who got sick from Legionnaires' disease are suing New York City. The lawsuit was announced by attorney Ben Crump and Rev. Al Sharpton. This comes after a separate outbreak of the disease occurred on the Upper East Side.
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2 developments- Aug 6Only center coverage:Lawsuits announced against NYC over deadly 2025 Harlem Legionnaires' outbreak
- Aug 6Survivors and Families Sue NYC Over Deadly Legionnaires’ Outbreak in Harlem Last Year
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