Migliaccio & Rathod LLP is investigating the Osborn Correctional Institution in Somers, Connecticut, following reports that housing units become dangerously hot during warmer months, with limited air circulation, inadequate cooling measures, and inconsistent access to water and fans.

Reported Issues:

Individuals report:

Housing units reaching excessively high temperatures during warmer months, often exceeding 90°F
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 drinking water during the extreme heat
Difficulty sleeping due to high indoor temperatures
Dehydration, dizziness, headaches, and nausea
Worsening of pre-existing medical conditions as a result of the heat

Why Individuals Should Be Concerned:

Potential claims include:

Failure to maintain safe living conditions
Health and safety concerns
Civil rights violations
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 Osborn Correctional Institution, 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