Migliaccio & Rathod LLP is investigating the Green Rock Correctional Center in Chatham, Virginia, following reports that housing units become dangerously hot during warmer months, with limited air circulation and inadequate cooling measures.

Reported Issues:

Individuals report:

Housing units reaching excessively high temperatures during warmer months
A lack of air conditioning in the facility
Inadequate ventilation and poor air circulation
Restricted or inconsistent access to fans or other cooling devices
Limited availability of cold water during the extreme heat

Why Individuals Should Be Concerned:

Potential claims include:

Failure to maintain safe living conditions
Health and safety concerns
Violations of constitutional protections against cruel or unusual conditions of confinement

Signs You May Be Affected:

If you or a loved one has been incarcerated at Green Rock Correctional Center, or if you work at the facility, and you experienced:

Prolonged exposure to high indoor temperatures
Dehydration, rashes, dizziness, trouble breathing, headaches, nausea, or other heat-related illnesses
Worsening pre-existing medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease
Difficulty sleeping or performing daily activities due to extreme heat
Limited access to water, fans, or other cooling measures during periods of high temperatures

If you have encountered this issue, we would like to hear from you. Please complete the contact form on this page, send us an email at [email protected], or give us a call at (202) 470-3520