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Toxic Mold
Toxic mold is a growing problem that has been seen an increased amount of news exposure over the past few years. Although many household molds are completely harmless, there are certain varieties that can pose significant danger to humans. “Black mold”, or stachybotrys chartarum, like most molds, grows in warm, damp places and can be found indoors in
- Insulation
- Wood
- Carpeting
- Wallpaper
Outdoors, it can grow in
- Piles of wet leaves
- Grass
- Hay
- Other organic matter.
Toxic mold can cause a variety of health symptoms such as headaches, rashes, asthma attacks and other respiratory issues, and in some severe cases, brain damage or death. If you discover that your house has been contaminated, you should immediately contact both your insurance company and an experienced personal injury lawyer. You should also have the house inspected, which should be paid for by your insurance company.
Many insurance companies are now including exclusions for mold-related damages. If your insurance company is unwilling to cover the costs of the repairs, or if you believe that the mold damage is a result of negligence, you may have to take your case to court.
Be certain to take photographs during every step of the process, including your discovery of the mold, the inspection, the repair, and any items or structures damaged by the mold. Additionally, maintain copies of records and receipts for all mold-based damages, including medical expenses, repairs, inspections, and items that needed to be replaced.
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This article is not intended to serve as, or as a replacement for, legal advice. If you have any questions related to toxic mold lawsuits, contact the Philadelphia personal injury lawyer of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. today at 215-238-1130.