Toxic Mold
Toxic mold can grow in any cool, damp environment. The presence of specific molds known as "toxic molds" can trigger serious illness in humans who live or work in the infested building. Toxic mold has proven fatal in some cases--especially for infants or individuals with weakened immune systems. Toxic mold can be detected by smell if there are large infestations, although some varieties of toxic mold are virtually odorless. Frequently, toxic mold deposits are identified by sight, but since they often grow behind walls, homeowners may not see toxic mold unless they are investigating a related problem (such as water damage) or doing remodeling. Toxic mold investigators using specialized equipment can detect deposits of toxic mold in homes and businesses where infestations are suspected.
One of the first indicators that a toxic mold infestation may exist is the so-called "sick building syndrome." This term describes offices and homes containing toxic mold that cause inhabitants to become sick more frequently than normal. Symptoms of toxic mold exposure include memory loss, allergies, and breathing difficulties. Some individuals are more vulnerable to toxic mold related illness, such as asthmatics, infants, and the elderly. Those who are more susceptible to toxic mold may suffer fevers and mold infections in their lungs. Doctors often fail to relate toxic mold induced infections to the source of the problem: the mold itself. Patients with toxic mold related illnesses can become severely ill through continued exposure to toxic mold. Those who have severe health problems that may be related to a toxic mold infestation in their home or place of business should have the building investigated for toxic mold, and contact their doctor.
When a toxic mold injury or illness occurs, a thorough investigation and evaluation of the cause(s)--conducted by a personal injury attorney with direct experience handling toxic mold accidents--is always the best way to proceed. Once the cause and severity of the toxic mold injury is determined and liability established, a toxic mold injury lawyer and the victim can reach an informed decision about whether or not to pursue a lawsuit or other legal option.
The skilled personal injury lawyers and toxic mold accident attorneys at Schwartz Zweben LLP and its affiliate law firms have represented numerous toxic mold injury cases to successful conclusions. They understand the complexities of investigating, litigating, negotiating, and resolving toxic mold injury and "sick building syndrome" claims, and they are experts at effectively presenting environmental injury cases to insurance adjusters and juries. Our resources include a top-notch team of professional investigators and experts who can analyze the evidence and help our toxic mold injury lawyers obtain swift justice and maximum cash awards for injuries, medical bills, pain and suffering, loss of wages, and all other related costs and expenses.
If you have suffered a toxic mold injury, or if someone in your family died as the result of injuries sustained in a toxic mold accident, contact the law offices of Schwartz Zweben LLP. A toxic mold injury attorney on our team can offer you a free, confidential evaluation of your case and advise you of your rights.
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