Toxic Mold

Toxic mold is scientifically classified as a fungusknown to inhabit both indoor and outdoor environments. Toxic mold, which is also known as its colloquial alias ‘black mold’, is regarded as an organism that causes adverse health effects, illnesses, and ailments in human beings upon exposure. Much like other funguses, toxic mold releases airborne spores; when released, these spores can be easily – and unknowingly - inhaled by human beings

Toxic Mold Exposure

The most common symptoms reported by individuals suffering from exposure to toxic mold include symptoms that mirror those of the flu, as well as a variety of dermatological signs. The following ailments can occur as a result of prolonged exposure to toxic mold:
•    An individual exposed to toxic mold can experience difficulty breathing, respiratory infections, and additional pulmonary illnesses
•    An individual exposed to toxic mold can experience a variety of skin rashes, legions, hives, and irritation that are observable on the victim’s skin
•    An individual exposed to toxic mold can experience ailments such as fevers, chills, a developed cough, as well as host of congestive and sinus-related illnesses
•    An individual exposed to toxic mold can experience fatigue and lethargy

What Causes Toxic Mold?

Homes and buildings that are susceptible to the presence of moisture - as a result of their construction includingold – or aging – wood - are prone to the absorption of moisture. Other environments that are conducive the presences of toxic mold are:
•    Basements that are dark and damp; areas which lack in sunlight perpetuate moist conditions
•    Absorbent surfaces and materials, such as carpet, upholstery, and furniture can retain moisture
•    Porous surfaces and materials, such as fabric, cloth, and foam

Toxic Mold Assistance

The procedure utilized to determineliability and establish fault with regard to the presence of toxic mold differ on a case by case basis, including individual role(s), actions(s), and protocol(s) undertaken within the scope of the toxic mold case in question; the satisfaction of all required documentation prior to the filing a toxic mold claim should be completed to the fullest extent - in a detailed fashion.

•    In the event that an individual experiences difficulty understanding the circumstances and procedures involved, they are encouraged to consult an attorney specializing in personal injury, real estate, property, recovery, and insurance.

•    Prior tothe sale of a piece property, the inspection performed is required to report the presence of toxic mold within the habitation; the failure to make mention of such details may result in future residents contracting illnesses, as well as current tenants experiencingsimilar ailments.


Toxic MoldClaims

In the event of a toxic mold claim, an individual is encouraged to obtain documentation reflecting any reports, evidence, and medical records documentation detailing the presence of toxic mold, and – if available – witness accounts and testimony. In the event that an agreement cannot be reached between all parties involved, the toxic mold case will be brought to trial before the applicable court; toxic mold claims are typically tried by the appropriate state court.